Nosler
NoslerCustom
.221 Remington Fireball · 40gr · Ballistic Tip Varmint
Muzzle Velocity
3,100
fps
Muzzle Energy
853
ft-lbs
Ballistic Coefficient
0.221 G1
G1
Sectional Density
0.114
Bullet Drop (inches)
Ballistic Trajectory
100yd zero, sea level, 59°F, 10 mph crosswind
| Range | Velocity | Energy | Drop (in) | Drop (MOA) | Wind (in) | TOF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 yd | 3,100fps | 853ft-lbs | -1.5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 100 yd | 2,665fps | 631ft-lbs | 0 | 0 | 1.3 | 0.104 |
| 200 yd | 2,269fps | 457ft-lbs | -3.4 | -1.6 | 5.8 | 0.226 |
| 300 yd | 1,909fps | 323ft-lbs | -13.7 | -4.4 | 14.1 | 0.371 |
| 400 yd | 1,588fps | 224ft-lbs | -33.6 | -8 | 27.5 | 0.543 |
| 500 yd | 1,320fps | 155ft-lbs | -67.5 | -12.9 | 47 | 0.751 |
| 600 yd | 1,123fps | 112ft-lbs | -121.5 | -19.3 | 73.5 | 0.998 |
| 700 yd | 1,002fps | 89ft-lbs | -202.9 | -27.7 | 106.5 | 1.282 |
| 800 yd | 920fps | 75ft-lbs | -319 | -38.1 | 144.6 | 1.596 |
| 900 yd | 857fps | 65ft-lbs | -476.2 | -50.5 | 187.1 | 1.934 |
| 1000 yd | 804fps | 57ft-lbs | -680.7 | -65 | 233.8 | 2.296 |
Bullet Information
ManufacturerNosler
Bullet40gr Ballistic Tip Varmint
Diameter0.224" (5.56mm)
ConstructionHollow Point
BC (G1)0.221 G1
Sectional Density0.114
Load Information
Cartridge.221 Remington Fireball
ManufacturerNosler
Product LineNoslerCustom
CategoryHunting
Test Barrel24"
SKU04016
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