The ammunition market in Latin America is expected to reach a projected revenue of US$ 811.5 million by 2036. A compound annual growth rate of 1.1% is expected of Latin America ammunition market from 2026 to 2036.
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Latin America ammunition market highlights
The Latin America ammunition market generated a revenue of USD 703.1 million in 2025.
The market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 1.1% from 2026 to 2036.
In terms of segment, small caliber was the largest revenue generating caliber in 2025.
Rockets & Missiles is the most lucrative caliber segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.
Country-wise, Argentina is expected to register the highest CAGR from 2026 to 2036.
Latin America data book summary
Market revenue in 2025
USD 703.1 million
Market revenue in 2036
USD 811.5 million
Growth rate
1.1% (CAGR from 2026 to 2036)
Largest segment
Small caliber
Fastest growing segment
Rockets & Missiles
Historical data covered
2021 - 2024
Base year for estimation
2025
Forecast period covered
2026 - 2036
Quantitative units
Revenue in USD million
Market segmentation
Small Caliber, Medium Caliber, Large Caliber, Rockets & Missiles
Key market players worldwide
Northrop Grumman Corp, Olin Corp, General Dynamics Corp, BAE Systems PLC, Rheinmetall AG, Hanwha, Temasek Holdings, Vista Outdoor Inc, FN Herstal, Nexaer, Remington Arms Company
Other key industry trends
In terms of revenue, Latin America region accounted for 0.9% of the global ammunition market in 2025.
Globally, Asia Pacific is projected to lead the regional market in terms of revenue in 2036.
MEA is the fastest growing regional market and is projected to reach USD 3,408.8 million by 2036.
Central & South America imports most of its arms and ammunition for military and civilians use from the U.S. In recent times. The region has emerged as a new producer of arms and ammunitions. Most of the gun related crimes are reported in countries like Brazil. The main cause of the rise in these gun related crimes is due to relaxed law regulations and other societal norms.
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Small Caliber was the largest segment with a revenue share of 56.86% in 2025.
Horizon Databook has segmented the Latin America ammunition market based on small caliber, medium caliber, large caliber, rockets & missiles covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2021 to 2036.
Central & South America imports most of its arms and ammunition for military and civilians use from the U.S. In recent times. The region has emerged as a new producer of arms and ammunitions. Most of the gun related crimes are reported in countries like Brazil. The main cause of the rise in these gun related crimes is due to relaxed law regulations and other societal norms.
Latin America Ammunition Market Caliber Outlook (Revenue, USD Million , 2021-2036)
Small Caliber
Medium Caliber
Large Caliber
Rockets & Missiles
Latin America Ammunition Market Application Outlook (Revenue, USD Million , 2021-2036)
Civil & Commercial
Defense
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