Handgun
185 grain
45 Auto 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
45 Auto Overview
The45 Autois a handgun cartridge firing a 185 grain bullet with a ballistic coefficient of . At the muzzle, it produces 970 fps velocity and 386 ft-lbs of energy.
Ballistics Table
| Distance | Velocity (fps) | Energy (ft-lbs) | Bullet Drop (in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 970 | 386 | 0.0 |
| 100 yards | 860 | 304 | 12.7 |
| 200 yards |
Performance Analysis
With a muzzle velocity of970 fpsand muzzle energy of386 ft-lbs, the 45 Auto 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 45 Auto retains 0.0% of its initial velocity and 0.0% of its muzzle energy.
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