Magtech is the commercial export brand of CBC (Companhia Brasileira de Cartuchos), which was established in 1926 in São Paulo by Italian brothers Gianicola and Costabile Matarazzo. CBC spent decades providing for the Brazilian military before becoming a global power in the ammunition market.
A key to Magtech’s success is full vertical integration. Unlike many manufacturers who source components from third parties, CBC produces its own brass, primers, projectiles, and propellants in-house. This allows for extreme quality control across the entire manufacturing chain.
Today, CBC Global Ammunition is a massive conglomerate that includes Magtech USA, MEN Germany, and Sellier & Bellot. Together, they produce nearly 2 billion rounds of ammunition per year, powering shooting ranges and tactical units on every continent.
In South Africa, Magtech is synonymous with the "High-Volume Range Session." Known for being competitively priced and exceptionally reliable, it is one of the top three most purchased brands for sport shooters and training enthusiasts.
The 115gr FMJ variant is particularly popular in Gauteng and Western Cape ranges, where bulk purchasing options make it the go-to choice for weekend training.
Magtech ammunition is primarily manufactured at CBC’s state-of-the-art facility in Ribeirão Pires, São Paulo, Brazil.
Yes. Magtech brass is highly regarded by the South African reloading community for its durability and consistent primer pockets.
They are sister brands. Both are owned by CBC Global Ammunition, but they maintain distinct manufacturing facilities and brand identities.