Handgun
180 grain
40 S&W Ballistics
BC: 0 · self-defense, target, plinking
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
40 S&W Overview
The40 S&Wis a handgun cartridge firing a 180 grain bullet with a ballistic coefficient of . At the muzzle, it produces 950 fps velocity and 361 ft-lbs of energy.
Ballistics Table
| Distance | Velocity (fps) | Energy (ft-lbs) | Bullet Drop (in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 950 | 361 | 0.0 |
| 100 yards | 862 | 297 | 13.3 |
| 200 yards |
Performance Analysis
With a muzzle velocity of950 fpsand muzzle energy of361 ft-lbs, the 40 S&W is best suited for small game and target shooting.
The ballistic coefficient of **** is typical for this class of cartridge.
Suitable Applications
This cartridge is commonly used for: self-defense, target, plinking.
Velocity Retention
From muzzle to 200 yards, the 40 S&W retains 0.0% of its initial velocity and 0.0% of its muzzle energy.
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