What are the two types of cartridges?

Rimfire and centerfire.

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  1. Brass and plastic
  2. Long and short
  3. Rimfire and centerfire ✔

Why: Cartridges are classified as rimfire or centerfire based on where the primer is located.

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Answer: Rimfire and centerfire. Cartridges are classified as rimfire or centerfire based on where the primer is located.

  1. Scouting America: Rifle Shooting www.scouting.org/merit-badges/rifle-shooting
    Identify the two types of cartridges, their parts, and how they function
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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