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UK Police Cleared to Deploy Axon T10 Taser With Longer Range

Approval follows extensive testing after medical review, with rollouts proceeding through local force decisions.

Overview

  • Around 20 forces have signed up or begun introducing the device following a public demonstration by the policing minister and national leads.
  • The T10 extends effective range to about 45ft and can deploy up to ten individually targeted probes with faster firing than the Taser 7.
  • Two probes must make contact to deliver a charge, and officers can issue an audible warning, use a strobe and laser, and select probe placement for precision.
  • Drawing the T10 from its holster triggers body‑worn cameras and logs deployment data for live monitoring and evidence capture, supported by an NPCCCollege of Policing implementation plan and VR training.
  • Reported costs are roughly £5,000 per unit over five years, while campaign groups warn of disproportionate use on people of colour and children and officials stress accountability features and de‑escalation.