Ridsdale Range

Business Munitions
Based in the Northumberland, Ridsdale Range is our principal location for the test and evaluation of munitions.
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Overview

The facility holds ISO9001, 14001, 45001 as part of the LUK accreditation, ensuring all processes are rigorously reviewed and maintained. The site is approximately 960 acres and offers the testing and proof firing of all types of munitions. Services include:

  • Direct fire ranges of 50m, 100m and 200m
  • Three test pads for static warheads and Insensitive Munitions testing
  • An aerobutt facility used for the firing of mortar ammunition
  • A 300m firing range, including a steel cell for the testing of mortar ammunition
  • Gas gun capable of launching heavy munitions
  • A number of storage magazines
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