Rifle
150 grain
30 THOMPSON CENTER Ballistics
BC: 0.415 · deer, elk, medium-large game
Key Performance Data
Muzzle Velocity
Muzzle Energy
Ballistic Coefficient
Bullet Drop
Velocity & Energy at Distance
Muzzle
100 yds
200 yds
Muzzle
100 yds
200 yds
30 THOMPSON CENTER Overview
The30 THOMPSON CENTERis a rifle cartridge firing a 150 grain bullet with a ballistic coefficient of 0.415. At the muzzle, it produces 2920 fps velocity and 2840 ft-lbs of energy.
Ballistics Table
| Distance | Velocity (fps) | Energy (ft-lbs) | Bullet Drop (in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 2920 | 2840 | 0.0 |
| 100 yards | 2696 | 2421 | -1 |
| 200 yards | 2483 | 2054 | -3.3 |
Performance Analysis
With a muzzle velocity of2920 fpsand muzzle energy of2840 ft-lbs, the 30 THOMPSON CENTER is a powerful cartridge suitable for large game at reasonable distances.
The ballistic coefficient of0.415indicates excellent aerodynamic efficiency for long-range shooting.
Suitable Applications
This cartridge is commonly used for: deer, elk, medium-large game.
Velocity Retention
From muzzle to 200 yards, the 30 THOMPSON CENTER retains 85.0% of its initial velocity and 72.3% of its muzzle energy.
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