弾薬の市場規模、シェア、動向、予測：製品、口径、ガイド、致死性、用途、地域別、2025年～2033年

弾薬の世界市場規模は、2024年に258億米ドルとなりました。今後、IMARC Groupは、2033年には361億米ドルに達し、2025年から2033年までのCAGRは3.44%になると予測しています。政府機関による護身術への投資の拡大が、市場の成長に拍車をかけています。現在、北米が最大の市場シェアを占め、2024年には41%以上の市場シェアを占めるが、これは軍事投資の大幅な急増と弾薬メーカーの強固な存在感によるものです。

弾薬とは、銃器、大砲、その他の発射装置で使用するために設計された消耗資源の集合体を指します。弾薬は、弾丸、砲弾、ペレットなどの発射体を必要な威力と精度で推進するために必要な部品を提供することで、近代兵器において重要な役割を果たしています。弾薬は通常、薬きょう、プライマー、推進薬、発射薬など、いくつかの重要な要素で構成されています。カートリッジまたは薬莢は、他の構成要素を収容し、構造的な支持を提供し、弾薬の効率的な装填と発射を支援します。弾薬は、信頼性、安全性、特定の銃器モデルとの互換性を確保するために精密に製造されます。弾薬は、軍事史において極めて重要な役割を果たし、現在も、護身用、スポーツ射撃用、狩猟用、法執行用など、軍用・民間用銃器の基本的な構成要素となっています。

世界市場は主に弾薬の市場の拡大によって牽引されています。さまざまな国の政府機関が火力能力を強化し、安全・安心を確保するために行っている投資の活発化が成長を支えています。さらに、9mm口径の適応性能の高さを背景に、先進的な9mm口径の受け入れが拡大していることも、市場の追い風となっています。また、弾薬技術の進歩、特に軽量ポリマー・ベース弾丸の開発が市場を加速させています。こうした技術革新が市場の拡大に寄与しています。さらに、世界的に護身用弾薬の普及が進んでいることも市場を後押ししています。このような個人の間での動向の高まりは、市場成長の大きな促進要因となっています。さらに、弾薬需要の増加は、世界の麻薬密売の深刻化と密接に関連しており、これが市場の拡大にさらに拍車をかけています。

弾薬の市場動向／促進要因：

国防の近代化と地政学的緊張

進化する安全保障上の課題に対処するために各国が軍事力の強化を図るなか、最新の銃器や兵器システムの性能に適合する高度な弾薬に対する需要が高まっています。国防の近代化構想には、国の防衛態勢を支えるための銃器や弾薬を含む最新鋭装備の取得が含まれます。この動向は、安全保障上の持続的脅威に直面している新興経済国や地域で特に顕著です。さらに、誘導弾、精密誘導弾、スマート弾など、弾薬における新技術の絶え間ない開発と配備は、この原動力に直結しています。さらに、世界のさまざまな地域で地政学的緊張が高まっているため、潜在的な紛争に対する抑止力と備えとして各国が弾薬を備蓄しています。

法執行とテロ対策への取り組み

テロや組織犯罪の脅威が絶えない時代において、法執行機関は治安を維持し、安全保障上の脅威に効果的に対応するために弾薬の安定供給を必要としています。法執行機関の職員が遭遇する可能性のあるシナリオの多様性を考えると、この要素は特に不可欠であり、特定の状況に合わせた様々な種類の弾薬が必要となります。さらに、訓練や技能維持プログラムは、法執行機関による弾薬の継続的な需要に貢献しています。巻き添え被害を最小限に抑え、命中精度を最大限に高めることを重視するあまり、都市環境、人質救出活動、近接戦闘で使用する特殊な弾薬が開発されてきました。法執行機関が職員に最良の道具を装備させようとする中、弾薬の市場はこれらの重要な役割に特有の要求に応える革新的な製品を提供することで対応しています。

個人防衛とスポーツ射撃に対する市民の需要

個人の安全に対する関心が高まるにつれ、護身用に銃器に投資する人が増えています。このため、拳銃から散弾銃やライフル銃まで、さまざまな銃器に適合する弾薬の需要が高まっています。さらに、レクリエーションとしてのスポーツ射撃の人気が、射撃練習や競合射撃競技に適した弾薬の安定した市場需要を促進しています。また、IPSC（国際プラクティカル・シューティング連盟）やIDPA（国際ディフェンシブ・ピストル協会）などの射撃スポーツの台頭も、この動向をさらに後押ししています。ハンターもまた、さまざまな狩猟種や狩猟環境に最適化された特殊弾薬の需要に貢献しています。弾薬メーカーは技術革新を続けながら、こうした多様な消費者層の嗜好に対応し、性能、精度、手頃な価格のバランスが取れた選択肢を開発しています。

目次

第1章 序文

第2章 調査範囲と調査手法

• 調査の目的
• ステークホルダー
• データソース
  • 一次情報
  • 二次情報
• 市場推定
  • ボトムアップアプローチ
  • トップダウンアプローチ
• 調査手法

第3章 エグゼクティブサマリー

第4章 イントロダクション

• 概要
• 主要業界動向

第5章 世界の弾薬市場

• 市場概要
• 市場実績
• COVID-19の影響
• 市場予測

第6章 市場内訳：製品別

• 弾丸
  • 市場動向
  • 市場予測
• 航空爆弾
  • 市場動向
  • 市場予測
• 手榴弾
  • 市場動向
  • 市場予測
• 迫撃砲
  • 市場動向
  • 市場予測
• 砲弾
  • 市場動向
  • 市場予測
• その他
  • 市場動向
  • 市場予測

第7章 市場内訳：口径

• 小型
  • 市場動向
  • 市場予測
• 中型
  • 市場動向
  • 市場予測
• 大型
  • 市場動向
  • 市場予測

第8章 市場内訳：ガイド別

• ガイド付き
  • 市場動向
  • 市場予測
• ガイドなし
  • 市場動向
  • 市場予測

第9章 市場内訳：致死性別

• 非致死
  • 市場動向
  • 市場予測
• 致死
  • 市場動向
  • 市場予測

第10章 市場内訳：用途別

• 防衛
  • 市場動向
  • 主要セグメント
    • 軍隊
    • 国土安全保障省
  • 市場予測
• 民事および商業
  • 市場動向
  • 主要セグメント
    • スポーツ
    • 狩猟
    • 自己防衛
    • その他
  • 市場予測

第11章 市場内訳：地域別

• 北米
  • 米国
  • カナダ
• アジア太平洋地域
  • 中国
  • 日本
  • インド
  • 韓国
  • オーストラリア
  • インドネシア
  • その他
• 欧州
  • ドイツ
  • フランス
  • 英国
  • イタリア
  • スペイン
  • ロシア
  • その他
• ラテンアメリカ
  • ブラジル
  • メキシコ
  • その他
• 中東・アフリカ
  • 市場動向
  • 市場内訳：国別
  • 市場予測

第12章 促進要因・抑制要因・機会

• 概要
• 促進要因
• 抑制要因
• 機会

第13章 バリューチェーン分析

第14章 ポーターのファイブフォース分析

• 概要
• 買い手の交渉力
• 供給企業の交渉力
• 競合の程度
• 新規参入業者の脅威
• 代替品の脅威

第15章 価格分析

第16章 競合情勢

• 市場構造
• 主要企業
• 主要企業のプロファイル
  • Ammo Inc.
  • Arsenal 2000 AD
  • BAE Systems PLC
  • CBC Ammo LLC
  • Denel SOC Ltd
  • Hanwha Corporation
  • Herstal Group
  • Hornady Manufacturing Company
  • Nammo AS
  • Nexter group KNDS
  • Northrop Grumman Corporation
  • Nosler Inc.
  • Remington Outdoor Company Inc
  • Rheinmetall AG
  • Sierra Bullets（Clarus Corporation）

List of Figures

• Figure 1: Global: Ammunition Market: Major Drivers and Challenges
• Figure 2: Global: Ammunition Market: Sales Value (in Billion USD), 2019-2024
• Figure 3: Global: Ammunition Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Billion USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 4: Global: Ammunition Market: Breakup by Product Type (in %), 2024
• Figure 5: Global: Ammunition Market: Breakup by Caliber (in %), 2024
• Figure 6: Global: Ammunition Market: Breakup by Guidance (in %), 2024
• Figure 7: Global: Ammunition Market: Breakup by Lethality (in %), 2024
• Figure 8: Global: Ammunition Market: Breakup by Application (in %), 2024
• Figure 9: Global: Ammunition Market: Breakup by Region (in %), 2024
• Figure 10: Global: Ammunition (Bullets) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 11: Global: Ammunition (Bullets) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 12: Global: Ammunition (Aerial Bombs) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 13: Global: Ammunition (Aerial Bombs) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 14: Global: Ammunition (Grenades) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 15: Global: Ammunition (Grenades) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 16: Global: Ammunition (Mortars) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 17: Global: Ammunition (Mortars) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 18: Global: Ammunition (Artillery Shells) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 19: Global: Ammunition (Artillery Shells) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 20: Global: Ammunition (Other Product Types) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 21: Global: Ammunition (Other Product Types) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 22: Global: Ammunition (Small) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 23: Global: Ammunition (Small) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 24: Global: Ammunition (Medium) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 25: Global: Ammunition (Medium) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 26: Global: Ammunition (Large) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 27: Global: Ammunition (Large) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 28: Global: Ammunition (Guided) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 29: Global: Ammunition (Guided) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 30: Global: Ammunition (Non-Guided) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 31: Global: Ammunition (Non-Guided) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 32: Global: Ammunition (Less-Lethal) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 33: Global: Ammunition (Less-Lethal) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 34: Global: Ammunition (Lethal) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 35: Global: Ammunition (Lethal) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 36: Global: Ammunition (Defense) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 37: Global: Ammunition (Defense) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 38: Global: Ammunition (Civil and Commercial) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 39: Global: Ammunition (Civil and Commercial) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 40: North America: Ammunition Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 41: North America: Ammunition Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 42: United States: Ammunition Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 43: United States: Ammunition Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 44: Canada: Ammunition Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 45: Canada: Ammunition Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 46: Asia-Pacific: Ammunition Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 47: Asia-Pacific: Ammunition Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 48: China: Ammunition Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 49: China: Ammunition Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 50: Japan: Ammunition Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 51: Japan: Ammunition Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 52: India: Ammunition Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 53: India: Ammunition Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 54: South Korea: Ammunition Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 55: South Korea: Ammunition Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 56: Australia: Ammunition Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 57: Australia: Ammunition Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 58: Indonesia: Ammunition Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 59: Indonesia: Ammunition Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 60: Others: Ammunition Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 61: Others: Ammunition Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 62: Europe: Ammunition Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 63: Europe: Ammunition Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 64: Germany: Ammunition Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 65: Germany: Ammunition Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 66: France: Ammunition Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 67: France: Ammunition Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 68: United Kingdom: Ammunition Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 69: United Kingdom: Ammunition Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 70: Italy: Ammunition Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 71: Italy: Ammunition Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 72: Spain: Ammunition Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 73: Spain: Ammunition Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 74: Russia: Ammunition Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 75: Russia: Ammunition Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 76: Others: Ammunition Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 77: Others: Ammunition Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 78: Latin America: Ammunition Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 79: Latin America: Ammunition Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 80: Brazil: Ammunition Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 81: Brazil: Ammunition Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 82: Mexico: Ammunition Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 83: Mexico: Ammunition Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 84: Others: Ammunition Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 85: Others: Ammunition Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 86: Middle East and Africa: Ammunition Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 87: Middle East and Africa: Ammunition Market: Breakup by Country (in %), 2024
• Figure 88: Middle East and Africa: Ammunition Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 89: Global: Ammunition Industry: Drivers, Restraints, and Opportunities
• Figure 90: Global: Ammunition Industry: Value Chain Analysis
• Figure 91: Global: Ammunition Industry: Porter's Five Forces Analysis

List of Tables

• Table 1: Global: Ammunition Market: Key Industry Highlights, 2024 & 2033
• Table 2: Global: Ammunition Market Forecast: Breakup by Product Type (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Table 3: Global: Ammunition Market Forecast: Breakup by Caliber (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Table 4: Global: Ammunition Market Forecast: Breakup by Guidance (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Table 5: Global: Ammunition Market Forecast: Breakup by Lethality (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Table 6: Global: Ammunition Market Forecast: Breakup by Application (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Table 7: Global: Ammunition Market Forecast: Breakup by Region (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Table 8: Global: Ammunition Market: Competitive Structure
• Table 9: Global: Ammunition Market: Key Players

The global ammunition market size was valued at USD 25.8 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group estimates the market to reach USD 36.1 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a CAGR of 3.44% from 2025-2033. The growing investments by government bodies in self-defense are fueling the market growth. At present, North America holds the largest market share, accounting for over 41% market share in 2024, owing to a significant surge in military investments and a robust presence of ammunition manufacturers.

Ammunition refers to a collection of consumable resources designed for use in firearms, cannons, and other projectile-launching devices. It plays a crucial role in modern weaponry by providing the necessary components for propelling projectiles, such as bullets, shells, or pellets, with the required force and accuracy. Ammunition is typically comprised of several essential elements, including the cartridge or shell casing, primer, propellant, and projectile. The cartridge or casing houses the other components, offering structural support and aiding in the efficient loading and firing of the ammunition. Ammunition is manufactured with precision to ensure reliability, safety, and compatibility with specific firearm models. It has played a pivotal role in military history and continues to be a fundamental component of both military and civilian firearm usage, encompassing self-defense, sport shooting, hunting, and law enforcement activities.

The global market is primarily driven by the expansion of the ammunition market. Heightened investments made by governmental bodies across various nations to enhance their firepower capabilities and ensure safety and security are supporting the growth. Furthermore, the market is experiencing a favorable boost from the escalating acceptance of the advanced 9 mm caliber, attributed to its adaptable performance attributes. Also, ongoing advancements in ammunition technology, particularly the development of lightweight polymer-based bullets are accelerating the market. These innovations are contributing to the market's expansion. Additionally, the market is receiving a substantial push from the increasing global adoption of ammunition for personal self-defense purposes. This growing trend among individuals is acting as a significant driver for market growth. Furthermore, the rise in demand for ammunition is closely linked to the escalating instances of drug trafficking worldwide, which is further fueling the expansion of the market.

Ammunition Market Trends/Drivers:

Defense Modernization and Geopolitical Tensions

As nations seek to enhance their military capabilities to address evolving security challenges, there is a growing demand for advanced ammunition that aligns with the capabilities of modern firearms and weapon systems. Defense modernization initiatives involve the acquisition of state-of-the-art equipment, including firearms and ammunition, to support a country's defense readiness. This trend is particularly prominent in emerging economies and regions facing persistent security threats. Moreover, the constant development and deployment of new technologies in ammunition, such as guided munitions, precision-guided projectiles, and smart ammunition, are directly linked to this driver. Furthermore, the escalation of geopolitical tensions across various parts of the world drives countries to stockpile ammunition as a deterrent and preparation for potential conflicts.

Law Enforcement and Counter-Terrorism Efforts

In an era marked by the persistent threat of terrorism and organized crime, law enforcement entities require a steady supply of ammunition to maintain public safety and respond effectively to security threats. This factor is especially vital given the diversity of scenarios that law enforcement personnel might encounter, necessitating various ammunition types tailored to specific situations. Additionally, training exercises and skill maintenance programs contribute to a continuous demand for ammunition by law enforcement agencies. The focus on minimizing collateral damage and maximizing accuracy has led to the development of specialized ammunition for use in urban environments, hostage rescue operations, and close-quarters combat. As law enforcement agencies seek to equip their personnel with the best tools available, the ammunition market responds by offering innovations that cater to the unique demands of these critical roles.

Civilian Demand for Personal Defense and Sport Shooting

As concerns about personal safety continue to rise, more individuals are investing in firearms for self-defense purposes. This has led to an increased demand for ammunition compatible with a wide range of firearms, from handguns to shotguns and rifles. Additionally, the popularity of sport shooting as a recreational activity has fueled a consistent market demand for ammunition suitable for target practice and competitive shooting events. Also, the rise of shooting sports such as IPSC (International Practical Shooting Confederation) and IDPA (International Defensive Pistol Association) has further propelled this trend. Hunters also contribute to the demand for specialized ammunition optimized for various game species and hunting environments. As ammunition manufacturers continue to innovate, they cater to the preferences of these diverse consumer segments, developing options that balance performance, accuracy, and affordability.

Ammunition Industry Segmentation:

Breakup by Product:

Bullets

Aerial Bombs

Grenades

Mortars

Artillery Shells

Others

Bullets dominates the market

Bullets are small, cylindrical projectiles that are designed to be fired from firearms, delivering kinetic energy to a target upon impact. In military contexts, bullets are not only integral to standard-issue firearms but also find use in specialized ammunition types designed for specific combat scenarios. The diversity of bullet designs, including full metal jacket (FMJ), hollow point (HP), armor-piercing (AP), and incendiary rounds, showcases their adaptability to varying combat situations. Moreover, advancements in bullet technology, such as aerodynamic enhancements and improved terminal ballistics, have further expanded their effectiveness in the field. This continuous development fuels the demand for bullets, ensuring their leading role in military arsenals. In the civilian sphere, bullets are sought after by a diverse demographic of firearm enthusiasts, hunters, and sport shooters.

Breakup by Caliber:

Small

Medium

Large

Small caliber dominates the market

Small caliber firearms gained prominence due to their lightweight and portable nature, making them suitable for a range of applications such as personal defense, law enforcement, and covert operations. This historical trend has persisted as small caliber firearms continue to be favored for their maneuverability and ease of use. Technological advancements in bullet and propellant design have enabled small caliber ammunition to offer improved performance, accuracy, and terminal ballistics, further enhancing their appeal across various domains. Small caliber ammunition excels in addressing a wide array of scenarios while offering manageable recoil and affordability. These factors have contributed to their popularity among civilian firearm enthusiasts, sports shooters, and individuals seeking self-defense options.

Breakup by Guidance:

Guided

Non-Guided

Non- guided dominates the market

The simplicity of non-guided munitions contributes to their prevalence, as they can be manufactured at a lower cost compared to guided counterparts. This cost-effectiveness is especially crucial when large quantities of ammunition are required for military operations or training exercises. Additionally, the straightforward design of non-guided munitions allows for ease of maintenance, storage, and deployment. Non-guided munitions find application in a wide range of scenarios, from suppressive fire to area-denial tactics. They are particularly useful in situations where precision targeting is not essential, or when engaging multiple targets over a large area. This adaptability is especially pertinent in conflicts that involve irregular warfare or asymmetric threats, where varied engagement conditions demand a versatile approach to ammunition usage.

Breakup by Lethality:

Less-Lethal

Lethal

Lethal dominates the market

The lethal category encompasses ammunition designed to cause significant physical harm, ensuring that the intended target is incapacitated with a high degree of certainty. This category includes bullets and projectiles engineered for optimal terminal ballistics, ensuring they deliver maximum kinetic energy upon impact and effectively disrupt the target's vital systems. In military contexts, where the stakes can involve national security and strategic objectives, ammunition designed for maximum lethality is essential to gain tactical advantage and ensure mission success. Similarly, law enforcement agencies require ammunition that can quickly incapacitate armed suspects while minimizing the risk to officers and bystanders. The civilian sector also values ammunition with a lethal profile for self-defense purposes, where the ability to stop a threat effectively is paramount.

Breakup by Application:

Defense

Military

Homeland Security

Civil and Commercial

Sporting

Hunting

Self-Defense

Others

Defense dominates the market

In the realm of defense, ammunition serves as a crucial element of a nation's military preparedness. Armed forces rely on ammunition to arm infantry, armor, artillery, and other combat units, ensuring their ability to engage effectively on the battlefield. The diversity of ammunition types tailored to different combat situations and roles underscores its significance in enhancing operational flexibility and effectiveness. Whether it's high-powered armor-piercing rounds for anti-tank engagements or precision-guided munitions for surgical strikes, the ammunition used by defense forces is meticulously designed to match specific combat requirements. Geopolitical tensions, regional conflicts, and evolving security threats drive defense forces to invest in ammunition systems that can adapt to various challenges.

Breakup by Region:

North America

United States

Canada

Asia Pacific

China

Japan

India

South Korea

Australia

Indonesia

Others

Europe

Germany

France

United Kingdom

Italy

Spain

Russia

Others

Latin America

Brazil

Mexico

Others

Middle East and Africa

North America exhibits a clear dominance, accounting for the largest ammunition market share

The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include North America (the United States and Canada), Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, Indonesia, and others), Europe (Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Russia, and others), Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, and others), and the Middle East and Africa. According to the report, North America accounted for the largest market share.

North America's emphasis on maintaining military readiness, particularly in the face of evolving global security challenges, augments the demand for advanced ammunition systems. Additionally, North America boasts a vibrant civilian firearms and ammunition market, fueled by a combination of historical and cultural factors. The tradition of gun ownership and sport shooting, as well as the high regard for individual rights, contributes to a strong demand for a wide variety of ammunition types. Moreover, the concentration of major ammunition manufacturers, research facilities, and defense contractors within North America further solidifies its dominant position. These entities drive technological advancements, develop state-of-the-art ammunition solutions, and maintain a competitive edge in the global market.

Competitive Landscape:

Ammunition manufacturers are heavily investing in research and development to innovate and improve their products. This includes enhancing bullet designs, developing new propellant technologies, and creating advanced guidance systems for guided munitions. R&D efforts are aimed at improving accuracy, terminal ballistics, lethality, and compatibility with modern firearms. Moreover, companies are integrating cutting-edge technologies into ammunition systems. This involves developing smart ammunition with embedded sensors and microelectronics to enhance accuracy, enable programmable effects, and provide real-time data to users. Additionally, leading players are streamlining their supply chains to ensure timely delivery of ammunition to defense forces, law enforcement agencies, and civilian markets. This involves efficient production processes, inventory management, and distribution strategies.

The market research report has provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape in the market. Detailed profiles of all major companies have also been provided. Some of the key players in the market include:

Ammo Inc.

Arsenal 2000 AD

BAE Systems PLC

CBC Ammo LLC

Denel SOC Ltd

Hanwha Corporation

Herstal Group

Hornady Manufacturing Company

Nammo AS

Nexter group KNDS

Northrop Grumman Corporation

Nosler Inc.

Remington Outdoor Company Inc

Rheinmetall AG

Sierra Bullets (Clarus Corporation)

Key Questions Answered in This Report

• 1. How is ammunition defined in the report?
• 2. How big is the global ammunition market?
• 3. What is the expected growth rate of the global ammunition market during 2025-2033?
• 4. What are the key factors driving the global ammunition market?
• 5. What is the leading segment of the global ammunition market based on product?
• 6. What is the leading segment of the global ammunition market based on caliber?
• 7. What is the leading segment of the global ammunition market based on guidance?
• 8. What is the leading segment of the global ammunition market based on lethality?
• 9. What is the leading segment of the global ammunition market based on application?
• 10. What are the key regions in the global ammunition market?
• 11. Who are the key players/companies in the global ammunition market?

Table of Contents

1 Preface

2 Scope and Methodology

• 2.1 Objectives of the Study
• 2.2 Stakeholders
• 2.3 Data Sources
  • 2.3.1 Primary Sources
  • 2.3.2 Secondary Sources
• 2.4 Market Estimation
  • 2.4.1 Bottom-Up Approach
  • 2.4.2 Top-Down Approach
• 2.5 Forecasting Methodology

3 Executive Summary

4 Introduction

• 4.1 Overview
• 4.2 Key Industry Trends

5 Global Ammunition Market

• 5.1 Market Overview
• 5.2 Market Performance
• 5.3 Impact of COVID-19
• 5.4 Market Forecast

6 Market Breakup by Product

• 6.1 Bullets
  • 6.1.1 Market Trends
  • 6.1.2 Market Forecast
• 6.2 Aerial Bombs
  • 6.2.1 Market Trends
  • 6.2.2 Market Forecast
• 6.3 Grenades
  • 6.3.1 Market Trends
  • 6.3.2 Market Forecast
• 6.4 Mortars
  • 6.4.1 Market Trends
  • 6.4.2 Market Forecast
• 6.5 Artillery Shells
  • 6.5.1 Market Trends
  • 6.5.2 Market Forecast
• 6.6 Others
  • 6.6.1 Market Trends
  • 6.6.2 Market Forecast

7 Market Breakup by Caliber

• 7.1 Small
  • 7.1.1 Market Trends
  • 7.1.2 Market Forecast
• 7.2 Medium
  • 7.2.1 Market Trends
  • 7.2.2 Market Forecast
• 7.3 Large
  • 7.3.1 Market Trends
  • 7.3.2 Market Forecast

8 Market Breakup by Guidance

• 8.1 Guided
  • 8.1.1 Market Trends
  • 8.1.2 Market Forecast
• 8.2 Non-Guided
  • 8.2.1 Market Trends
  • 8.2.2 Market Forecast

9 Market Breakup by Lethality

• 9.1 Less-Lethal
  • 9.1.1 Market Trends
  • 9.1.2 Market Forecast
• 9.2 Lethal
  • 9.2.1 Market Trends
  • 9.2.2 Market Forecast

10 Market Breakup by Application

• 10.1 Defense
  • 10.1.1 Market Trends
  • 10.1.2 Key Segments
    • 10.1.2.1 Military
    • 10.1.2.2 Homeland Security
  • 10.1.3 Market Forecast
• 10.2 Civil and Commercial
  • 10.2.1 Market Trends
  • 10.2.2 Key Segments
    • 10.2.2.1 Sporting
    • 10.2.2.2 Hunting
    • 10.2.2.3 Self-Defense
    • 10.2.2.4 Others
  • 10.2.3 Market Forecast

11 Market Breakup by Region

• 11.1 North America
  • 11.1.1 United States
    • 11.1.1.1 Market Trends
    • 11.1.1.2 Market Forecast
  • 11.1.2 Canada
    • 11.1.2.1 Market Trends
    • 11.1.2.2 Market Forecast
• 11.2 Asia-Pacific
  • 11.2.1 China
    • 11.2.1.1 Market Trends
    • 11.2.1.2 Market Forecast
  • 11.2.2 Japan
    • 11.2.2.1 Market Trends
    • 11.2.2.2 Market Forecast
  • 11.2.3 India
    • 11.2.3.1 Market Trends
    • 11.2.3.2 Market Forecast
  • 11.2.4 South Korea
    • 11.2.4.1 Market Trends
    • 11.2.4.2 Market Forecast
  • 11.2.5 Australia
    • 11.2.5.1 Market Trends
    • 11.2.5.2 Market Forecast
  • 11.2.6 Indonesia
    • 11.2.6.1 Market Trends
    • 11.2.6.2 Market Forecast
  • 11.2.7 Others
    • 11.2.7.1 Market Trends
    • 11.2.7.2 Market Forecast
• 11.3 Europe
  • 11.3.1 Germany
    • 11.3.1.1 Market Trends
    • 11.3.1.2 Market Forecast
  • 11.3.2 France
    • 11.3.2.1 Market Trends
    • 11.3.2.2 Market Forecast
  • 11.3.3 United Kingdom
    • 11.3.3.1 Market Trends
    • 11.3.3.2 Market Forecast
  • 11.3.4 Italy
    • 11.3.4.1 Market Trends
    • 11.3.4.2 Market Forecast
  • 11.3.5 Spain
    • 11.3.5.1 Market Trends
    • 11.3.5.2 Market Forecast
  • 11.3.6 Russia
    • 11.3.6.1 Market Trends
    • 11.3.6.2 Market Forecast
  • 11.3.7 Others
    • 11.3.7.1 Market Trends
    • 11.3.7.2 Market Forecast
• 11.4 Latin America
  • 11.4.1 Brazil
    • 11.4.1.1 Market Trends
    • 11.4.1.2 Market Forecast
  • 11.4.2 Mexico
    • 11.4.2.1 Market Trends
    • 11.4.2.2 Market Forecast
  • 11.4.3 Others
    • 11.4.3.1 Market Trends
    • 11.4.3.2 Market Forecast
• 11.5 Middle East and Africa
  • 11.5.1 Market Trends
  • 11.5.2 Market Breakup by Country
  • 11.5.3 Market Forecast

12 Drivers, Restraints, and Opportunities

• 12.1 Overview
• 12.2 Drivers
• 12.3 Restraints
• 12.4 Opportunities

13 Value Chain Analysis

14 Porters Five Forces Analysis

• 14.1 Overview
• 14.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
• 14.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
• 14.4 Degree of Competition
• 14.5 Threat of New Entrants
• 14.6 Threat of Substitutes

15 Price Analysis

16 Competitive Landscape

• 16.1 Market Structure
• 16.2 Key Players
• 16.3 Profiles of Key Players
  • 16.3.1 Ammo Inc.
    • 16.3.1.1 Company Overview
    • 16.3.1.2 Product Portfolio
    • 16.3.1.3 Financials
  • 16.3.2 Arsenal 2000 AD
    • 16.3.2.1 Company Overview
    • 16.3.2.2 Product Portfolio
  • 16.3.3 BAE Systems PLC
    • 16.3.3.1 Company Overview
    • 16.3.3.2 Product Portfolio
    • 16.3.3.3 Financials
    • 16.3.3.4 SWOT Analysis
  • 16.3.4 CBC Ammo LLC
    • 16.3.4.1 Company Overview
    • 16.3.4.2 Product Portfolio
  • 16.3.5 Denel SOC Ltd
    • 16.3.5.1 Company Overview
    • 16.3.5.2 Product Portfolio
  • 16.3.6 Hanwha Corporation
    • 16.3.6.1 Company Overview
    • 16.3.6.2 Product Portfolio
    • 16.3.6.3 Financials
    • 16.3.6.4 SWOT Analysis
  • 16.3.7 Herstal Group
    • 16.3.7.1 Company Overview
    • 16.3.7.2 Product Portfolio
  • 16.3.8 Hornady Manufacturing Company
    • 16.3.8.1 Company Overview
    • 16.3.8.2 Product Portfolio
  • 16.3.9 Nammo AS
    • 16.3.9.1 Company Overview
    • 16.3.9.2 Product Portfolio
  • 16.3.10 Nexter group KNDS
    • 16.3.10.1 Company Overview
    • 16.3.10.2 Product Portfolio
  • 16.3.11 Northrop Grumman Corporation
    • 16.3.11.1 Company Overview
    • 16.3.11.2 Product Portfolio
    • 16.3.11.3 Financials
    • 16.3.11.4 SWOT Analysis
  • 16.3.12 Nosler Inc.
    • 16.3.12.1 Company Overview
    • 16.3.12.2 Product Portfolio
  • 16.3.16 Remington Outdoor Company Inc
    • 16.3.16.1 Company Overview
    • 16.3.16.2 Product Portfolio
  • 16.3.14 Rheinmetall AG
    • 16.3.14.1 Company Overview
    • 16.3.14.2 Product Portfolio
    • 16.3.14.3 Financials
  • 16.3.15 Sierra Bullets (Clarus Corporation)
    • 16.3.15.1 Company Overview
    • 16.3.15.2 Product Portfolio

Kindly note that this only represents a partial list of companies, and the complete list has been provided in the report.