FS Painballs | 0.68 Calibre | 3.4g–9.03g | 5 Count | Dye-Hard Paintball

The Dye-Hard FS Painballs are shaped 0.68 calibre projectiles with a finned rear section.

Unlike a normal round paintball or nylon ball, these projectiles use a shaped body with rifled fins.

The finned design is intended to help keep the projectile stable as it travels through the air. This gives the FS Painballs a very different design from a standard round ball.

Each pack contains five projectiles.

Several designs are available, and each design has a different weight. This allows you to choose a projectile that suits your launcher, magazine and preferred setup.

Product Features

• 0.68 calibre
• Shaped projectile design
• Rifled rear fins
• Epoxy resin fin material
• Precisely sized to approx. 17.5mm
• 5 projectiles per pack
• Three designs available
• Different projectile weight for each design
• Made for suitable shaped-projectile launchers and magazines
• Dye-Hard Paintball branded product

Specifications

• Brand: Dye-Hard Paintball
• Product type: Finned Shaped Projectile
• Calibre: 0.68 Calibre
• Bore diameter: Approx. 17.5mm
• Quantity: 5
• Fin material: Epoxy Resin
• Fin design: Rifled
• Fill type: To be confirmed
• Reusable: To be confirmed
• Country of manufacture: To be confirmed

Available Designs and Weights

The FS Painballs are not all the same weight.

Choose your design carefully:

• Candy Skulls: Approx. 3.4g
• Silver / Rose Gold Studs: Approx. 6.33g
• Marble Theme: Approx. 9.03g

This is a large difference in projectile mass.

For that reason, each version may feel and perform differently in the same launcher.

Always check that the selected projectile weight is suitable for your equipment.

What Makes an FS Painball Different?

A standard paintball is round.

The Dye-Hard FS Painball has a shaped front section and a finned rear section.

The fins are designed to help stabilise the projectile during flight.

This type of design can help the projectile hold its orientation better than a normal round ball.

The Dye-Hard product data states that the rifled fins are designed to help with accuracy and distance.

Actual results will still depend on the launcher and setup.

Why Does Projectile Weight Matter?

Weight can make a big difference.

The lightest Candy Skulls version weighs about 3.4g.

The Marble Theme version weighs about 9.03g.

That is a major change in projectile mass.

A heavier projectile may behave differently from a lighter one when fired from the same launcher.

Factors that can affect the result include:

• Projectile weight
• Launcher output
• Gas pressure
• Barrel condition
• Magazine fit
• Temperature
• Projectile condition

Do not assume that all three versions will have the same point of impact or flight behaviour.

If you change from one design to another, test your setup again.

Rifled Fin Design

The rear section uses a rifled fin design.

These fins help guide the projectile during flight.

They also make the projectile different from a normal spherical 0.68 calibre ball.

The current Dye-Hard specification lists the fin material as epoxy resin.

Check the fins before use.

Do not load a projectile if the fins are cracked, bent or badly damaged.

First Strike-Ready Magazine Compatibility

The current Dye-Hard product data lists these projectiles for use with:

• Umarex HDR68
• Umarex HDS68
• Valken M17
• FS T15
• Suitable First Strike-ready magazines

Compatibility should always be checked before loading.

The launcher being 0.68 calibre does not automatically mean that it can feed a shaped projectile.

Magazine-fed systems need enough room for the longer projectile body.

Compatible Dye-Hard Launchers

The Umarex HDR68 16 Joule + FREE Punch Button 0.68 Caliber Black + 2-pack Magazine is listed by Dye-Hard as a compatible HDR68 platform.

The Umarex T4E HDS68 16 Joules 0.68 Caliber Black is another launcher listed in the FS Painball compatibility data.

For magazine-fed paintball setups, you can also view the Valken M17 A2 0.68 Caliber Black.

The M17 uses a feed system designed around shaped projectiles.

The First Strike Tiberius Arms T15 0.68 Caliber Black is another shaped-projectile-ready platform.

Always confirm your exact magazine and launcher setup before use.

Choosing the Right Version

Do not choose only by appearance.

The three designs have very different weights.

If you want the lightest version, choose Candy Skulls at about 3.4g.

The Silver / Rose Gold Studs version weighs about 6.33g.

The Marble Theme version is the heaviest at about 9.03g.

Your launcher may behave differently with each one.

Choose a version that is suitable for the launcher, magazine and intended use.

Check Before Use

Inspect every projectile before loading it.

Look for:

• Damaged fins
• Cracks
• Chips
• Deformation
• Dirt or grit

Do not use a damaged projectile.

Also make sure the projectile feeds freely through the correct magazine.

Never force a shaped projectile into a magazine or chamber.

More 0.68 Calibre Projectiles

Want to compare these with other 0.68 calibre projectiles?

Browse the 0.68 Calibre Defense Projectiles range at Dye-Hard Paintball.

You can compare different weights, shapes and materials before choosing an option for your launcher.

About Dye-Hard Paintball

The FS Painballs are sold under the Dye-Hard Paintball brand.

Visit Dye-Hard Paintball for more projectiles, launchers, paintball gear and accessories.

Conclusion

The Dye-Hard FS Painballs give you a very different projectile option from a normal round 0.68 calibre ball.

Their shaped body and rifled fins are designed to help stabilise the projectile during flight.

Each pack contains five projectiles.

The three available designs range from about 3.4g to 9.03g, so it is important to choose the correct version for your setup.

Always check launcher and magazine compatibility before use, especially when using a shaped projectile.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many FS Painballs are in a pack?

Each pack contains 5 projectiles.

Are all FS Painballs the same weight?

No. The current options range from about 3.4g to 9.03g, depending on the selected design.

Are these genuine First Strike branded rounds?

The product is sold under the Dye-Hard Paintball brand. The page lists compatibility with First Strike-ready magazines, but the Brand is not First Strike.

What launchers can use the FS Painballs?

The current Dye-Hard data lists the Umarex HDR68, HDS68, Valken M17, FS T15 and suitable First Strike-ready magazine systems.

Why do the projectiles have fins?

The rifled fins are designed to help stabilise the shaped projectile during flight.

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