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Barnes .5 400gr Buster 30672

.500 S&W · 400 grain · Buster

Actual proportions (scaled)
0.5" dia · 400 grains
Weight
400gr
Diameter
0.5"
BC (G1)
0.22
BC (G7)
Sect. Density
0.229
SKU
30672

Estimates

Performance.

1180fps
Velocity
1236.5ft-lbs
Energy
100yds
Eff. Range
0.22BC G1
Ballistic Coeff.

TheBarnes .5 400gr Buster 30672is a pistol projectile manufactured byBarnes. With a bullet diameter of 0.5 inches and weight of 400 grains, this projectile is designed for pistol revolver applications.

Key Specifications

SpecificationValue
ManufacturerBarnes
Product LineBuster
SKU30672
TypePistol
Diameter0.5"
Weight400 grains
Ballistic Coefficient (G1)0.22
Ballistic Coefficient (G7)N/A
Sectional Density0.229

Performance Estimates

Based on typical load data for .500 S&W:

MetricEstimate
Muzzle Velocity~1180 fps
Muzzle Energy~1236.5 ft-lbs
Effective Range~100 yards

Suitable Applications

This projectile is commonly used for: hunting, dangerous game.

About the Ballistic Coefficient

The G1 ballistic coefficient of0.22indicates how well this projectile retains velocity in flight. A higher BC means better wind resistance and less drop at distance.

Sectional Density

With a sectional density of0.229, this projectile provides good penetration for medium game.

Suitability

Suitable game.

HuntingDangerous Game

Compatibility

Compatible cartridges.

.500 S&W Mag

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