Development History
The FN 303 is based on a proof of concept project originated by the Monterey Bay Corporation and designated the XM303 by that company. The development team consisted of designers and researchers from two paintball related design and manufacturing firms—Airgun Designs and Gun F/X Tactical Development, a division of Pro-Team Products.
The proof of concept prototype was named the UBTPS, Under Barrel Tactical Paintball System.
The design could be attached to an M16 rifle and was conceived as a less-than-lethal weapon system coupled with a lethal weapon system, providing a wide range of response capabilities that were immediately available. A stand-alone version was also developed.
The UBTPS also featured a rotating barrel magazine, allowing for a wide range of different projectiles to be available and selectable without the need to change magazines.
Monterey Bay Corporation and specifically Gun F/X Tactical Development also developed the bismuth-weighted projectile to provide the necessary mass, allowing the UTPBS to achieve the engagement range requirements.
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