Rifle
140 grain
357 MAGNUM Ballistics
BC: 0.169 · deer, antelope, medium 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
357 MAGNUM Overview
The357 MAGNUMis a rifle cartridge firing a 140 grain bullet with a ballistic coefficient of 0.169. At the muzzle, it produces 1850 fps velocity and 1064 ft-lbs of energy.
Ballistics Table
| Distance | Velocity (fps) | Energy (ft-lbs) | Bullet Drop (in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 1850 | 1064 | 0.0 |
| 100 yards | 1458 | 660 | -5 |
| 200 yards | 1165 | 422 | -15.1 |
Performance Analysis
With a muzzle velocity of1850 fpsand muzzle energy of1064 ft-lbs, the 357 MAGNUM provides adequate energy for its intended applications.
The ballistic coefficient of0.169is typical for this class of cartridge.
Suitable Applications
This cartridge is commonly used for: deer, antelope, medium game.
Velocity Retention
From muzzle to 200 yards, the 357 MAGNUM retains 63.0% of its initial velocity and 39.7% of its muzzle energy.
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