TraumaSim Gunshot Wound 5.56mm Entry Multi

• Self-Adhesive Silicone Gunshot Wound 5.56mm Entry Multi
• User Guide

• Multiple 5.56mm ballistic entry wounds on a single prosthetic: Presents complex multi-hit penetrating trauma from the most widely issued NATO service rifle calibre in current ADF and allied military use.
• Calibre-specific wound profile: Tighter, higher-velocity entry margin distinct from 7.62mm wound presentation — supports calibre-specific wound recognition and ballistic literacy training.
• High-threat scenario capability: Reflects rapid or repeated 5.56mm impact from automatic or semi-automatic fire — relevant to current operational threat environments.
• Forces advanced clinical decision-making: Multiple penetrating injuries require simultaneous assessment, prioritisation, and intervention sequencing under pressure.
• Self-adhesive silicone construction: Applies directly to skin, manikin surfaces, or clothing without additional adhesives.
• Tapered edges: Blend naturally into the surrounding surface for seamless multi-wound presentation.
• Hand finished: Each unit is individually trimmed — minor variation in appearance and exact dimensions may occur.
• Durable and reusable: Washable silicone construction designed for repeated training use.
• 11 skin tones available: Commonly requested tones held in stock; others manufactured to order.

What injury does this simulate?
Multiple 5.56mm ballistic entry wounds on a single body region — reflecting rapid or repeated projectile impact from automatic or semi-automatic 5.56mm fire. The 5.56mm is the standard NATO service rifle calibre and the most widely issued round across ADF, allied military, and tactical law enforcement platforms.

How does this differ from the 7.62mm Entry Multi?
The wound profile reflects the calibre-specific entry characteristics of each round. The 5.56mm produces a smaller, tighter entry wound with higher-velocity wound characteristics. The 7.62mm produces a larger, heavier-calibre entry profile with different tissue disruption characteristics. Having both variants available allows programs to train calibre-specific wound recognition — a genuine clinical skill in military and tactical medical contexts.

Why is calibre-specific wound recognition training important?
Entry wound profile informs clinical assessment — wound size, shape, and margin characteristics provide information about the projectile, likely internal damage pathway, and anticipated severity. Trainees who can recognise and differentiate calibre-specific wound presentations make more informed triage and management decisions, particularly in military and tactical contexts where the threat environment and weapon systems in use are known factors.

What scenarios is this suited to?
Military, ADF, tactical law enforcement, TCCC, TECC, pre-hospital care, and any training program where 5.56mm ballistic wound assessment and multi-hit trauma management are relevant scenario profiles. Particularly suited to programs training against current operational threat environments where 5.56mm platforms are the primary threat weapon.

Should I pair this with exit wound prosthetics?
For complete through-and-through ballistic presentations, yes — apply corresponding exit wounds on the opposite body surface aligned with the entry wound positions. The exit wound size and profile will vary by round and tissue traversed; the Small, Medium, or Large exit wound variants can be selected to reflect the appropriate exit wound severity for the scenario.

Is this a wearable wound or a task trainer?
Neither. This is a self-adhesive silicone wound prosthetic — applied to skin, manikin surfaces, or clothing. It has no internal function or strapping system.

Does it include bleeding capacity?
No. This is a static wound prosthetic. To add bleeding effects, apply Ben Nye Stage Blood and Fresh Scab across the wound field during scenario setup.

How do I apply it?
Peel and apply directly to clean, dry skin, a manikin surface, or clothing. The self-adhesive backing holds without additional adhesive. Tapered edges blend naturally into the surrounding surface across the full wound field.

Will the wound look exactly as shown?
Each unit is hand painted and individually hand finished — minor variation in appearance and exact wound dimensions should be expected.

Is it reusable?
Yes. All TraumaSim silicone wounds are washable and reusable. Clean gently after each use, allow to dry fully, and store flat to maintain the adhesive backing and wound profile between sessions.

What skin tones are available?
11 tones are available: 00 Porcelain, 01 Light, 02 Medium, 03 Olive, 04 Medium Olive, 05 Rosy, 06 Warm Rosy, 07 Warm Tan, 08 Tan, 09 Dark Tan, and 10 Dark. Commonly requested tones are held in standard stock. Other tones are manufactured to order — contact TacMed Australia before placing your order to confirm availability and lead times.

What are the packaging dimensions and weight?
Packaging dimensions are 30 cm x 25 cm x 2 cm. Weight is 1 kg. Note that listed dimensions refer to packaging only — product dimensions vary as each unit is individually hand finished.

Can I purchase this as part of a kit?
Yes. TraumaSim silicone wounds are available individually and in kit configurations. Contact TacMed Australia for details on kits that include this wound.