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MILITARY EQUIPMENT USE REPORT 2024 <br /> <br />25 <br />Launcher & Munitions <br /> <br />Equipment Name: FN 303 Less-Than-Lethal Launcher <br />Quantity Owned/Sought: 25 Owned Lifespan: Unknown <br />Equipment Capabilities: Capable of launching .68 caliber impact, marking and pava projectiles. <br />Manufactured Product Description: The FN 303 is a less lethal technology that bridges the gap between <br />firearms and traditional impact, chemical and electro-muscular disruption devices. This launcher is <br />constructed from durable lightweight polymer with comfortable ergonomics and easy to operate safely. <br />It is equipped with both flip-up iron sights and an integrated MIL-STD-1913 top mounting rail for optical <br />or electronic sights or other accessories. The lightweight polymer magazine holds 15 projectiles and <br />offers a clear rear cover to allow the operator to instantly verify both the payload and the number of <br />projectiles remaining. <br />Purpose/Authorized Uses: The less-than-lethal shotguns provide alternative levels of force to overcome <br />resistance when reasonably necessary in accordance with policy and law. <br />Fiscal Impacts: The FN 303 launchers were initially purchased in 2018 at a cost of $57,000. $12,000 of <br />the original purchase was made with COPS grant funding. Projectiles cost between $865 and $1,054 per <br />150 rounds. Most projectiles purchased are clear impact rounds. <br />Annual Maintenance: $300, General Fund <br />Personnel Cost: Approximately $22,000. This cost reflects a year of required training for personnel <br />authorized to deploy a less lethal shotgun. <br />Legal/Procedural Rules Governing Use: All use of force application is governed by state law (including <br />Penal Code section 13652) and Pleasanton PD Policy Sections 300 and 308. <br />Training Required: Only officers who have been trained and have passed a qualification course on the <br />FN 303 launchers may deploy them. Officers receive initial training upon hire and at least every two <br />years thereafter. <br />Other Notes: In January 2025, Pleasanton PD has discontinued the use of the FN303 for patrol use. It is <br />still being used on the East County Tactical Team with the Pava rounds. <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br />Page 108 of 249