![]() Terminal performance describes a projectile’s performance when it hits a target, and its’ ability to damage the target. Terminal performance is exactly what it sounds like, the performance of the bullet when it strikes its’ target. This means that a faster velocity also will hold a straighter trajectory of said bullet. Less time in flight equals less time for external factors such as wind and gravity to affect the bullet. Because the bullet will be flying at faster speeds, a higher muzzle velocity also will reduce the time of flight. AccuracyĪ Bullet traveling at a higher velocity will drop less over longer distances which is an important factor to the accuracy of the bullet. One way we believe is best to determine the best ammunition to shoot through your weapon is a basic understanding of ballistics, but the best way will always be shooting different types of ammunition through your weapon to see what the weapon will perform best while using! Knowing your ammunition and weapon will help you consistently put shots exactly where you want them to go. No matter if you are shooting a 9mm pistol or an AR-15 rifle, muzzle velocity will be a beneficial bit of knowledge to know. It is very important to know how your bullet will behave at different distances. There are many reasons why muzzle velocity is important to shooters. The pressure of the explosion caused by the propellant increases the muzzle velocity of the bullet. More propellant in the cartridge, the greater the explosive force behind the bullet as it exits the muzzle. ![]() Propellant is the powder that ignites when the striker hits the primer. Longer barrels increase the dwell time, allowing more pressure to expel the bullet which is necessary for longer ranges. Length of the barrel is important for knowing the distance your weapon can consistently land shots on target. The longer the bullet is in the barrel, the more force behind the bullet, increasing acceleration. When the cartridge fires, the explosive force of the propellant propels the round out of the weapon. Barrel Lengthīarrel length of your firearm comes into play when determining muzzle velocity as well. Lighter bullets are faster, heavier bullets are slower, but less affected by environmental factors, such as wind. For example, most 9mm bullets are usually between 115 grain to 124 grain. Bullet weight refers to the bullet’s mass and weight. Bullet Weightīullet weight is what you will see on the side of a box of ammo, where it will give you the grain of the bullet itself. There are many variables to consider when looking at muzzle velocity, but let’s focus on the main three. ![]() Shooting requires putting thought into a lot of different factors including ballistics and muzzle velocity is the beginning of determining bullet ballistics. Factors that can affect muzzle velocity include: Bullet grain, cartridge power, and barrel length. This is usually measured in feet-per-second (fps) and determines the power of the gun. The definition of muzzle velocity is the speed of a projectile the moment it leaves the barrel after being fired. Is muzzle velocity actually an important thing to consider when choosing the right ammo for your gun though? Read on to find out! What is Muzzle Velocity? We’ve all heard about muzzle velocity in the shooting world - especially when choosing which ammo to buy. ![]()
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