Sub-calibre
Translation of "sub-calibre" into Russian
sub-calibre
AdjectiveTechnical adjective used chiefly in military contexts; typically attributive.
воен., техн.; о снарядах, боеприпасах и элементах меньшего калибра, чем ствол оружия
The tank fired a sub-calibre round during the exercise.
Танк выпустил подкалиберный снаряд во время учений.
Additional translations
спец.; более терминологический вариант
Definitions
sub-calibre
Adjectivedesignating a projectile, round, or other component that is smaller in diameter than the calibre of the gun or weapon from which it is fired
The tank fired a sub-calibre round during the exercise.