Byrna - Non Lethal Defence

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About Byrna

Pronounced bur-nah, Byrna Launchers are incredibly powerful and effective non-lethal devices that can be used for having fun in the garden and more importantly, for self-defence. They are powered by compressed air (Co2) that fire self-defence and training projectiles.

Byrna currently have five models available in SA:

Byrna is not classified as a firearm, therefore no license is required to purchase or own one. Byrna allows you the freedom to fire projectiles at your assailant without the consequences of a fatal outcome. They are lightweight and easy to use with no recoil making it easy for men and woman of all ages to use.

Self-Defence projectiles contain a highly potent blend of chemical irritants that includes Pepper Spray, Tear Gas and PAVA (synthetic pepper spray) in each shot. With an effective range of 19m for Byrna SD pistol and 54m for the Mission 4 rifle, they explode upon impact and immediately incapacitates assailants allowing one time to react or get away. 

The assailant will experience severe difficulty in breathing, pain with a burning sensation as well as temporary blindness however they will make a full recovery between 5 to 60 minutes. Various training projectiles are available for practice or having fun in the garden.

The lightweight, no-recoil and easy-to-use design of the Byrna launcher makes it easy to learn, fun to shoot and one of the best self-defence products for men and women of all ages and abilities. 

Pronounced bur-nah, Byrna Launchers are incredibly powerful and effective non-lethal devices that can be used for having fun in the garden and more importantly, for self-defence. They are powered by compressed air (Co2) that fire self-defence and training projectiles.

Byrna currently have five models available in SA:

Byrna is not classified as a firearm, therefore no license is required to purchase or own one. Byrna allows you the freedom to fire projectiles at your assailant without the consequences of a fatal outcome. They are lightweight and easy to use with no recoil making it easy for men and woman of all ages to use.

Self-Defence projectiles contain a highly potent blend of chemical irritants that includes Pepper Spray, Tear Gas and PAVA (synthetic pepper spray) in each shot. With an effective range of 19m for Byrna SD pistol and 54m for the Mission 4 rifle, they explode upon impact and immediately incapacitates assailants allowing one time to react or get away. 

The lightweight, no-recoil and easy-to-use design of the Byrna launcher makes it easy to learn, fun to shoot and one of the best self-defence products for men and women of all ages and abilities. 

How Byrna Works in 30 Seconds

How Byrna Works in 30 Seconds

Byrna CL Launcher Product Overview

The Byrna CL (Compact) Launcher is the smallest launcher in the Byrna range, designed for discreet carry while delivering performance well beyond its size. Powered by 8-gram CO₂ cartridges, the Byrna CL fires .61 calibre projectiles at speeds of up to approximately 122 metres per second, with an effective engagement distance of up to 18 metres.

Despite its compact form, the Byrna CL is engineered to deliver approximately 40% more power than the Byrna SD, while matching the performance of the significantly larger Byrna LE platform. This makes the CL a unique option for users seeking full-power performance in a highly compact launcher.

The CL features Byrna’s patented pull-pierce CO₂ system, keeping the cartridge unpierced until the first trigger pull. This ensures consistent output and avoids unnecessary CO₂ loss during storage.

Any unused CO₂ will leak out over time therefore only leave unpierced cartridges installed when the launcher is not in use. When ready to use, switching to fire mode pierces the CO₂ cartridge and fires the first projectile simultaneously.

Byrna CL (compact launcher) is available in 2 colours (Black | Orange).

  • Powered by 8-gram CO₂ cartridges
  • Fires .61 calibre projectiles at up to ≈ 122 m/s
  • Effective engagement distance of up to 18 m
  • Delivers approximately 40% more power than the Byrna SD
  • Matches the performance of the larger Byrna LE platform
  • Compact, lightweight launcher design
  • 5-round magazine capacity
  • Improved sight system for faster target acquisition
  • Integrated accessory rail
  • Ambidextrous safe / fire selector for left- and right-handed users
Byrna CL Product Breakdown Video

Byrna SD Launcher Product Overview

The Byrna SD (Self-Defence) Launcher is a compact, CO₂-powered less-lethal launcher designed for personal safety and defence. It uses 8-gram CO₂ cartridges and fires .68 calibre projectiles using Byrna’s patented pull-pierce system, where the CO₂ cartridge remains sealed until the first trigger pull.

The SD is capable of delivering consistent performance across multiple projectiles per cartridge with an effective engagement distance of up to 18 m and an average muzzle velocity of ≈ 85 m/s (≈ 280 feet per second).

Fitting a Byrna SD Boost adapter allows the use of 12-gram CO₂ cartridges, which increases both shot capacity and muzzle velocity, making the SD adaptable for longer sessions without frequent cartridge changes.

Any unused CO₂ will leak out over time; therefore only leave unpierced cartridges in the BYRNA SD when not in use. When ready to use, switch to fire mode and the patented mechanism pierces the CO₂ cartridge and fires the first projectile simultaneously.

Byrna SD is available in 3 colours (Black | Tan | Orange)

  • Powered by 8-gram CO₂ cartridges (Boost adapter allows 12 g)
  • Fires .68 calibre projectiles with an average muzzle velocity of ≈ 85 m/s (≈ 280 fps)
  • Effective engagement distance of up to 18 m (≈ 60 ft)
  • Magazine capacity: 5 rounds
  • Shot capacity per 8 g CO₂ cartridge: ≈ 20–22 shots
  • Patented pull-pierce CO₂ system for on-demand readiness
  • Ergonomic grip design for improved control
  • Improved sight system for faster target acquisition
  • Straight trigger with smooth press action
  • Ambidextrous safe / fire selector for both left- and right-hand use
Byrna SD Product Breakdown Video

Byrna LE Launcher Product Overview

The Byrna LE (Law Enforcement) Launcher is a mid-sized, CO₂-powered less-lethal launcher designed to offer enhanced performance and control compared with the standard Byrna SD. Powered by 12-gram CO₂ cartridges, the LE fires .68 calibre projectiles at an average muzzle velocity of about 104 metres per second (≈ 340 feet per second), with an effective engagement distance of up to 24 metres (≈ 80 ft).

Featuring Byrna’s patented pull-pierce CO₂ system, the launcher keeps the CO₂ unpierced until first use, ensuring readiness without unnecessary gas loss during storage. The LE’s redesigned trigger and valve assembly provide a smoother trigger pull, while the upgraded high-contrast white-dot sights help support faster target alignment under stress.

Compared with the Byrna SD, the LE delivers higher projectile velocity, increased shot capacity per CO₂ cartridge and improved overall performance for users seeking a more capable less-lethal launcher.

Any unused CO₂ will leak out over time; therefore leave only unpierced cartridges in the Byrna LE when not in use. When ready to use, switch to fire mode and the patented mechanism pierces the CO₂ cartridge and fires the first projectile simultaneously.

Byrna LE is available in 2 colours (Black | Orange).

  • Powered by 12-gram CO₂ cartridges
  • Fires .68 calibre projectiles at ~104 m/s average muzzle velocity (≈ 340 fps)
  • Effective engagement distance of up to 24 m (≈ 80 ft)
  • Magazine capacity: 5 rounds
  • Shot capacity per 12 g CO₂ cartridge: up to ~ 30 shots
  • Redesigned trigger and valve assembly for smoother operation
  • Upgraded high-contrast sight system for faster target acquisition
  • Picatinny accessory rail for lights/optics
  • Ambidextrous safe / fire selector for left- and right-handed users
Byrna LE Product Breakdown Video

Byrna CL Launcher Product Overview

The Byrna CL (Compact) Launcher is the smallest launcher in the Byrna range, designed for discreet carry while delivering performance well beyond its size. Powered by 8-gram CO₂ cartridges, the Byrna CL fires .61 calibre projectiles at speeds of up to approximately 122 metres per second, with an effective engagement distance of up to 18 metres.

Despite its compact form, the Byrna CL is engineered to deliver approximately 40% more power than the Byrna SD, while matching the performance of the significantly larger Byrna LE platform. This makes the CL a unique option for users seeking full-power performance in a highly compact launcher.

The CL features Byrna’s patented pull-pierce CO₂ system, keeping the cartridge unpierced until the first trigger pull. This ensures consistent output and avoids unnecessary CO₂ loss during storage.

Any unused CO₂ will leak out over time therefore only leave unpierced cartridges installed when the launcher is not in use. When ready to use, switching to fire mode pierces the CO₂ cartridge and fires the first projectile simultaneously.

Byrna CL (compact launcher) is available in 2 colours (Black | Orange).

  • Powered by 8-gram CO₂ cartridges
  • Fires .61 calibre projectiles at up to ≈ 122 m/s
  • Effective engagement distance of up to 18 m
  • Delivers approximately 40% more power than the Byrna SD
  • Matches the performance of the larger Byrna LE platform
  • Compact, lightweight launcher design
  • 5-round magazine capacity
  • Improved sight system for faster target acquisition
  • Integrated accessory rail
  • Ambidextrous safe / fire selector for left- and right-handed users
Byrna CL Product Breakdown Video

Byrna SD Launcher Product Overview

The Byrna SD (Self-Defence) Launcher is a compact, CO₂-powered less-lethal launcher designed for personal safety and defence. It uses 8-gram CO₂ cartridges and fires .68 calibre projectiles using Byrna’s patented pull-pierce system, where the CO₂ cartridge remains sealed until the first trigger pull.

The SD is capable of delivering consistent performance across multiple projectiles per cartridge with an effective engagement distance of up to 18 m and an average muzzle velocity of ≈ 85 m/s (≈ 280 feet per second).

Fitting a Byrna SD Boost adapter allows the use of 12-gram CO₂ cartridges, which increases both shot capacity and muzzle velocity, making the SD adaptable for longer sessions without frequent cartridge changes.

Any unused CO₂ will leak out over time; therefore only leave unpierced cartridges in the BYRNA SD when not in use. When ready to use, switch to fire mode and the patented mechanism pierces the CO₂ cartridge and fires the first projectile simultaneously.

Byrna SD is available in 3 colours (Black | Tan | Orange)

  • Powered by 8-gram CO₂ cartridges (Boost adapter allows 12 g)
  • Fires .68 calibre projectiles with an average muzzle velocity of ≈ 85 m/s (≈ 280 fps)
  • Effective engagement distance of up to 18 m (≈ 60 ft)
  • Magazine capacity: 5 rounds
  • Shot capacity per 8 g CO₂ cartridge: ≈ 20–22 shots
  • Patented pull-pierce CO₂ system for on-demand readiness
  • Ergonomic grip design for improved control
  • Improved sight system for faster target acquisition
  • Straight trigger with smooth press action
  • Ambidextrous safe / fire selector for both left- and right-hand use
Byrna SD Product Breakdown Video

Byrna LE Launcher Product Overview

The Byrna LE (Law Enforcement) Launcher is a mid-sized, CO₂-powered less-lethal launcher designed to offer enhanced performance and control compared with the standard Byrna SD. Powered by 12-gram CO₂ cartridges, the LE fires .68 calibre projectiles at an average muzzle velocity of about 104 metres per second (≈ 340 feet per second), with an effective engagement distance of up to 24 metres (≈ 80 ft).

Featuring Byrna’s patented pull-pierce CO₂ system, the launcher keeps the CO₂ unpierced until first use, ensuring readiness without unnecessary gas loss during storage. The LE’s redesigned trigger and valve assembly provide a smoother trigger pull, while the upgraded high-contrast white-dot sights help support faster target alignment under stress.

Compared with the Byrna SD, the LE delivers higher projectile velocity, increased shot capacity per CO₂ cartridge and improved overall performance for users seeking a more capable less-lethal launcher.

Any unused CO₂ will leak out over time; therefore leave only unpierced cartridges in the Byrna LE when not in use. When ready to use, switch to fire mode and the patented mechanism pierces the CO₂ cartridge and fires the first projectile simultaneously.

Byrna LE is available in 2 colours (Black | Orange).

  • Powered by 12-gram CO₂ cartridges
  • Fires .68 calibre projectiles at ~104 m/s average muzzle velocity (≈ 340 fps)
  • Effective engagement distance of up to 24 m (≈ 80 ft)
  • Magazine capacity: 5 rounds
  • Shot capacity per 12 g CO₂ cartridge: up to ~ 30 shots
  • Redesigned trigger and valve assembly for smoother operation
  • Upgraded high-contrast sight system for faster target acquisition
  • Picatinny accessory rail for lights/optics
  • Ambidextrous safe / fire selector for left- and right-handed users
Byrna LE Product Breakdown Video

Byrna Mission 4

Introducing the next level of home-defence badassery. Previously available only to international law enforcement agencies, the re-engineered Byrna Mission 4 is the ultimate high-capacity solution to defend your property or just having fun in the back garden.

  • Fully Pneumatic Operation, does not use batteries or electronics
  • High Performance In-Line Bolt System
  • Durable Magnesium ReceiverAR-15 Style M-LOK Shroud with 4 Sided Picatinny Rails
  • Integrated Sling Mounts
  • Flip-Up Adjustable Front and Rear Sights
  • Vertical Fore Grip
  • Two Position External Selector Switch: Safe or Firing Mode
  • Includes one Orange and one Black 19rd Magazines with Magazine Coupler, perfect to run Byrna Kinetic in the black mag and Byrna Pepper in the orange mag
  • Uses either an 88g or 90g CO2 Cartridge, allows the unit to always be ready without concern for high pressure air tanks leaking or needing to get them refilled
  • High Visibility Less Lethal Orange Coloration for easy identification
  • Anodised Orange Fully Aluminium Charging Handle
  • High Performance Anodized Orange Barrel with Muzzle Brake
  • Gas On/Off Slide Valve allows the user to disconnect the CO2 source from the launcher

Byrna TCR .68 Calibre Rifle

The new Tactical Compact Rifle or TCR, is designed as a versatile and reliable magfed launcher for home defence and recreational use. Designed to deliver a compact military, realistic look that is easy to customize / upgrade via the standard four Picatinny rails.

  • Capacity: 7 and 12 round Magazine
  • Power Source: 12-gram Co2
  • Shots Per Fill: 17+
  • Range: Up to 38m
  • Muzzle Velocity: 92m/s (metres per second)
  • Kinetic Energy: 12.5 Joules
  • Action: Semi-Auto
  • Safety: Cross Bolt
  • Colours: Black + Orange
  • Sights: Flip-Up
  • Weight: 2 kg
  • Length: 53 cm
  • Height: 21.6 cm
  • Made in the USA

Byrna Projectiles (0.61 | 0.68 Calibre)

Various projectiles are available for both training and self-defence. Byrna MAX and Byrna Pepper are chemical filled projectiles that explode upon impact creating a cloud of pepper and tear gas. Exposure will induce temporary blindness, respiratory distress and a burning sensation on any exposed skin.

This reaction lasts between 5-minutes and 1-hour allowing enough time to react and giving you and your family ample time to get out of harm’s way.

Byrna Max projectile

Byrna MAX (Defence)

Byrna MAX is the most powerful projectile filled with a blend of pepper and tear gas OC, CS all in one shot

Byrna Pepper (Defence)

The extremely powerful all natural real Pepper blend contains 1% OC and 4% PAVA

Byrna Inert training projectile

Byrna Inert (Training)

Filled with inert powder to imitate the dispersion of the Byrna Chemical Irritant projectiles

Byrna Kinetic solid projectile

Byrna Kinetic / Solid (Training & Defence)

Solid plastic for training and deliver a kinetic payload that can discourage, deter, and delay an attacker

Byrna Eco Kinetic projectile

Byrna ECO Kinetic (Training)

A game changing water-soluble projectile for training and recreation, leaves no remnants of plastic shells

Byrna Max projectile

Byrna MAX (Defence)

Byrna MAX is the most powerful projectile filled with a blend of pepper and tear gas OC, CS all in one shot

Byrna Pepper (Defence)

The extremely powerful all natural real Pepper blend contains 1% OC and 4% PAVA

Byrna Inert training projectile

Byrna Inert (Training)

Filled with inert powder to imitate the dispersion of the Byrna Chemical Irritant projectiles

Byrna Kinetic solid projectile

Byrna Kinetic / Solid (Training & Defence)

Solid plastic for training and deliver a kinetic payload that can discourage, deter, and delay an attacker

Byrna Eco Kinetic projectile

Byrna ECO Kinetic (Training)

A game changing water-soluble projectile for training and recreation, leaves no remnants of plastic shells

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