Description
The Byrna SD is the self-defense launcher a lot of folks reach for when they want serious peace of mind without carrying a firearm. This tan Kinetic Kit is the successor to the popular Byrna HD, re-engineered with better ergonomics, taller sights, and a smoother trigger. It runs on compressed CO2 and sends .68 caliber kinetic projectiles downrange at up to 300 feet per second, giving you the ability to deter a threat from as far as 60 feet away. Everything you need to start is in the zippered case, so you aren't hunting down extra parts on day one.
What the Byrna SD Kinetic Kit Brings to the Table
This one is built around kinetic rounds, which are hard solid polymer projectiles that deliver a serious punch without breaking on impact. The kit pairs those defensive rounds with eco-kinetic practice projectiles, which are water-soluble and wash away after a training session so there's no cleanup in the yard. The two 5-round magazines let you reload fast, and each 8-gram CO2 cartridge gets you roughly 22 shots. A real upside here is the patented Pull-Pierce design, which keeps the CO2 sealed and unpunctured until your first trigger pull, so the launcher stays charged and ready to go.
Handling and Controls on the Tan SD Launcher
The honeycomb over-molded grip gives you solid traction even when your hands are sweaty or cold, and the ambidextrous safe/fire switch means lefties and righties both get an intuitive setup. The straight trigger has a cleaner press, and the improved iron sights make getting on target quicker. There's also a Picatinny rail under the barrel if you want to add a light or laser for low-light situations.
Who the SD Kinetic Kit Fits
At roughly the footprint of a compact pistol, the SD works well for home defense, keeping one in the vehicle, or tossing it in a pack on the trail. It's a popular pick for people who want a real deterrent that's approachable and easy to train with, and the cheap eco-kinetic rounds make regular practice painless. Pick up a tan one if you want your gear to stand out from the black crowd.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Byrna Technologies
- Manufacturer Part Number: SK68300_TAN_KINETIC
- UPC: 810042110885
- Action: CO2 Powered
- Caliber: .68 Caliber
- Capacity: 5 + 1
- Muzzle Velocity: Up to 300 FPS
- Effective Range: Up to 60 feet
- CO2 Cartridge Size: 8 Gram
- Shots Per CO2: Approximately 22
- Number of Magazines: 2 (5 rd.)
- Sights: Black Fixed Sights
- Grip: Honeycomb Over-Molded
- Color/Finish: Tan
- Length: 12 in
- Product Type: Non-Lethal Launcher
What’s Included
- One (1) Byrna SD Launcher (Tan)
- Two (2) 5-Round Magazines
- Two (2) Byrna 8-Gram CO2 Cartridges
- Two (2) 5-Round Tubes of Byrna Kinetic Projectiles
- One (1) 5-Round Tube of Byrna Eco-Kinetic Projectiles
- One (1) #byrnanation Medallion
- Zippered Carrying Case
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the kinetic and eco-kinetic rounds in the Byrna SD Kinetic Kit?
Kinetic projectiles are hard, solid polymer rounds that don't break on impact, making them the primary defensive load and reusable for practice. Eco-kinetic rounds are water-soluble and biodegradable, designed mostly for training so they dissolve and wash away with no cleanup. Both are inside this kit, so you get defensive rounds plus practice ammo right out of the box.
How far and how fast does the Byrna SD shoot?
The Byrna SD fires .68 caliber projectiles at up to 300 feet per second. It's effective at deterring a threat from as far as 60 feet away. With practice and the improved sights, most users can stay consistent on target through that range.
How many shots do I get per CO2 cartridge?
Each 8-gram CO2 cartridge gives you roughly 22 shots before you need to swap it out, and the kit comes with two cartridges to get started. Thanks to the patented Pull-Pierce design, the CO2 stays sealed and unpunctured until your first trigger pull, so the launcher stays charged and ready between uses. Keeping a fresh cartridge installed means it's always good to go.
Can I mount a light or laser on the Byrna SD Kinetic Kit?
Yes, the SD has a Picatinny rail under the barrel that accepts standard accessories like flashlights or lasers. That makes it a solid option for low-light situations around the home. The launcher ships with fixed iron sights, and the rail gives you room to add gear as you go.




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