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Armor-piercing incendiary (API) is a type of ammunition designed to penetrate armor and set the target ablaze. It combines the armor-piercing capabilities of armor-piercing (AP) ammunition with the incendiary effect of incendiary (IF) ammunition. The primary goal of API ammunition is to breach the armor of a target vehicle or structure and ignite any combustible materials within, causing significant damage and potentially setting the target on fire.

API ammunition typically consists of a core made of a dense material, such as tungsten or depleted uranium, surrounded by a casing that contains the incendiary agent. The core is designed to penetrate the armor of the target, while the incendiary agent is intended to ignite any fuel or other combustible materials within the target. The casing may also contain a small charge of explosive material to enhance the penetration capabilities of the projectile.

The use of API ammunition is often regulated due to its potential for causing excessive damage and collateral effects. Its effectiveness is highly dependent on the type and thickness of the armor being penetrated, as well as the composition and quantity of the incendiary agent. API ammunition is commonly used in military operations against armored vehicles, fortifications, and other targets that are expected to contain combustible materials.