{"product_id":"byrna-le-short-barrel-launcher-basic","title":"Byrna LE Short Barrel Launcher Basic","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eByrna LE Short Barrel Launcher\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact less-lethal defense platform, carrying over the upgraded trigger and valve assembly from the full-size LE into a shorter, more maneuverable frame. It fires .68 caliber projectiles at speeds up to 294 fps, giving it real stopping power in a size built for easy carry and handling. Because this Basic Kit ships without chemical projectiles, it's legal to purchase in all 50 states, making it a straightforward entry point into the LE platform — add CO2 and .68 caliber projectiles separately once you're ready to load it up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a launcher-only Basic Kit — the bare essentials to get started on the LE Short Barrel platform:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) Byrna Short Barrel LE Launcher\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) 5-round Magazine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) Launcher Card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.discountpaintball.com\/products\/byrna-8-gram-co2-cartridges-w-oiler-10-pack\"\u003eCO2 cylinders\u003c\/a\u003e and .68 caliber projectiles are sold separately. This launcher is compatible with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.discountpaintball.com\/products\/byrna-pepper-projectiles-5-pack\"\u003eByrna Pepper rounds\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.discountpaintball.com\/products\/byrna-max-pepper-projectiles-5-pack\"\u003eByrna MAX rounds\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.discountpaintball.com\/products\/byrna-kinetic-projectiles-95-pack\"\u003eByrna Kinetic rounds\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.discountpaintball.com\/products\/byrna-eco-kinetic-projectiles-95-pack\"\u003eByrna Eco Kinetic rounds\u003c\/a\u003e, all in .68 caliber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSame LE Internals, Shorter Frame\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Short Barrel isn't a stripped-down version of the LE — it's the same upgraded trigger and valve assembly in a more compact package. If you want the LE's performance with a shorter overall length for easier handling or storage, this is that variant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePull-Pierce CO2 Technology:\u003c\/strong\u003e The CO2 cartridge stays sealed inside the launcher until your first trigger pull. That pull punctures the cartridge and fires the first round simultaneously, so there's no standby pressure loss while it sits loaded.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRed Dot \u0026amp; Laser Ready:\u003c\/strong\u003e An updated top slide and Picatinny rail let you mount a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.discountpaintball.com\/products\/byrna-cl-red-dot-pro-sight\"\u003eByrna Red Dot Pro Sight\u003c\/a\u003e for faster target acquisition. The Byrna laser sight also fits this rail and is available in either \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.discountpaintball.com\/products\/byrna-red-laser-sight\"\u003ered\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.discountpaintball.com\/products\/byrna-green-laser-sight\"\u003egreen\u003c\/a\u003e. All sold separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Contrast White Dot Sights:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright white sights built in for quicker visual pickup without an optic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHoneycomb Overmolded Grip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Textured grip pattern for a more secure hold in hand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAmbidextrous Safety:\u003c\/strong\u003e The safe\/fire switch toggles easily for both left- and right-handed shooters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStraight Trigger:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–6 lb. pull weight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e.68 Caliber \/ 8-gram CO2:\u003c\/strong\u003e Runs standard .68 caliber projectiles powered by 8-gram CO2 cartridges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable id=\"specs-byrna-le-sb-basic\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCaliber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e.68 caliber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMuzzle Velocity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 294 fps (avg. first 10 shots)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnergy Density\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e33.1 J\/in²\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMagazine Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 rounds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShots per CO2 Cartridge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~16 shots (at room temperature)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandoff \/ Effective Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 60 ft.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCO2 Cartridge Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 gram\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrame Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMid-size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrigger Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStraight trigger\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrigger Pull Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–6 lb.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSafety\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAmbidextrous safe\/fire switch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptic Mount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePicatinny rail, Red Dot \u0026amp; laser sight compatible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatible Accessories\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rail on the LE Short Barrel is ready for an optic right out of the box. Popular add-ons include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.discountpaintball.com\/products\/byrna-cl-red-dot-pro-sight\"\u003eByrna Red Dot Pro Sight\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.discountpaintball.com\/products\/byrna-red-laser-sight\"\u003eByrna Red Laser Sight\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.discountpaintball.com\/products\/byrna-green-laser-sight\"\u003eByrna Green Laser Sight\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n.so-tab { position: relative; width: 100%; overflow: hidden; margin: 12px 0; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 6px; }\n.so-tab label { position: relative; display: block; padding: 16px 45px 16px 20px; font-weight: 600; font-size: 1em; cursor: pointer; line-height: normal; margin: 0; }\n.so-tab input { position: absolute; opacity: 0; z-index: -1; }\n.so-tab-content { max-height: 0; overflow: hidden; transition: max-height .35s; }\n.so-tab input:checked ~ .so-tab-content { max-height: 600px; }\n.so-tab label::after { content: \"+\"; position: absolute; right: 20px; top: 50%; transform: translateY(-50%); font-size: 1.4em; font-weight: 300; transition: all .35s; }\n.so-tab input:checked + label::after { transform: translateY(-50%) rotate(45deg); }\n.so-tab-content p { margin: 0; padding: 0 20px 16px; line-height: 1.6; }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"so-tab\"\u003e\n\u003cinput id=\"faq-byrna-le-sb-basic-1\" type=\"checkbox\" name=\"faq-byrna-le-sb-basic\"\u003e \u003clabel for=\"faq-byrna-le-sb-basic-1\"\u003eDoes the Basic Kit come with CO2 or projectiles?\u003c\/label\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"so-tab-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This Basic Kit includes the launcher, one 5-round magazine, and a launcher card only. 8-gram CO2 cartridges and .68 caliber projectiles are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"so-tab\"\u003e\n\u003cinput id=\"faq-byrna-le-sb-basic-2\" type=\"checkbox\" name=\"faq-byrna-le-sb-basic\"\u003e \u003clabel for=\"faq-byrna-le-sb-basic-2\"\u003eIs the Byrna LE Short Barrel legal to buy in my state?\u003c\/label\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"so-tab-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Because this Basic Kit contains no chemical projectiles, it's legal to purchase in all 50 states. Some local municipalities may have additional restrictions, so it's worth checking local regulations if you're unsure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"so-tab\"\u003e\n\u003cinput id=\"faq-byrna-le-sb-basic-3\" type=\"checkbox\" name=\"faq-byrna-le-sb-basic\"\u003e \u003clabel for=\"faq-byrna-le-sb-basic-3\"\u003eCan I mount a red dot or laser sight on this launcher?\u003c\/label\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"so-tab-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The updated top slide and Picatinny rail are compatible with the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.discountpaintball.com\/products\/byrna-cl-red-dot-pro-sight\"\u003eByrna Red Dot Pro Sight\u003c\/a\u003e as well as the Byrna laser sight, available in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.discountpaintball.com\/products\/byrna-red-laser-sight\"\u003ered\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.discountpaintball.com\/products\/byrna-green-laser-sight\"\u003egreen\u003c\/a\u003e. All are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"so-tab\"\u003e\n\u003cinput id=\"faq-byrna-le-sb-basic-4\" type=\"checkbox\" name=\"faq-byrna-le-sb-basic\"\u003e \u003clabel for=\"faq-byrna-le-sb-basic-4\"\u003eHow is the Short Barrel different from the standard Byrna LE?\u003c\/label\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"so-tab-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt shares the same upgraded trigger and valve assembly as the standard LE, just in a shorter barrel and frame for a more compact, maneuverable size. Performance specs like velocity and range are the same as the standard LE.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"so-tab\"\u003e\n\u003cinput id=\"faq-byrna-le-sb-basic-5\" type=\"checkbox\" name=\"faq-byrna-le-sb-basic\"\u003e \u003clabel for=\"faq-byrna-le-sb-basic-5\"\u003eHow many shots can I get from one CO2 cartridge?\u003c\/label\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"so-tab-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout 16 shots per 8-gram CO2 cartridge at room temperature. Actual shot count can vary with temperature and use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"so-tab\"\u003e\n\u003cinput id=\"faq-byrna-le-sb-basic-6\" type=\"checkbox\" name=\"faq-byrna-le-sb-basic\"\u003e \u003clabel for=\"faq-byrna-le-sb-basic-6\"\u003eIs this launcher suitable for left- or right-handed shooters?\u003c\/label\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"so-tab-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The ambidextrous safe\/fire switch toggles easily for either left- or right-handed use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"so-tab\"\u003e\n\u003cinput id=\"faq-byrna-le-sb-basic-7\" type=\"checkbox\" name=\"faq-byrna-le-sb-basic\"\u003e \u003clabel for=\"faq-byrna-le-sb-basic-7\"\u003eDo Byrna launchers actually work as self-defense tools?\u003c\/label\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"so-tab-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eByrna launchers are purpose-built non-lethal self-defense devices, and they've earned a strong reputation as one of the safer, more reliable options in that category when used properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"so-tab\"\u003e\n\u003cinput id=\"faq-byrna-le-sb-basic-8\" type=\"checkbox\" name=\"faq-byrna-le-sb-basic\"\u003e \u003clabel for=\"faq-byrna-le-sb-basic-8\"\u003eIs a Byrna launcher legal to carry, and how should it be used?\u003c\/label\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"so-tab-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eByrna launchers aren't classified as firearms, but they're not toys either — they're genuine less-lethal weapons and should be treated with the same care and legal responsibility as any self-defense tool. They're legal to carry in all 50 states* and are intended strictly for lawful use, including self-defense. As with any weapon, it should never be brandished or used to threaten someone except when necessary to defend yourself or others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"so-tab\"\u003e\n\u003cinput id=\"faq-byrna-le-sb-basic-9\" type=\"checkbox\" name=\"faq-byrna-le-sb-basic\"\u003e \u003clabel for=\"faq-byrna-le-sb-basic-9\"\u003eIs a Byrna launcher considered a firearm?\u003c\/label\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"so-tab-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Byrna launchers are powered by compressed CO2 cartridges, the same way a paintball or airsoft gun works, rather than a firearm's propellant and ignition system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003e*Legal in all 50 states does not guarantee legality in every local jurisdiction. Some cities and counties have additional restrictions on less-lethal launchers, so check your local municipal and county regulations before purchasing or carrying.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- FAQPage JSON-LD - kept in sync with visible FAQ text above --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Byrna","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41797409669253,"sku":"010-105-16184","price":424.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0042\/7347\/1606\/files\/byrna-le-short-barrel-launcher-basic-010-105-16184.jpg?v=1786129099","url":"https:\/\/www.discountpaintball.com\/products\/byrna-le-short-barrel-launcher-basic","provider":"Discount Paintball","version":"1.0","type":"link"}