Muzzle Velocity
3,806
fps
Muzzle Energy
1,286
ft-lbs
Ballistic Coefficient
0.275
G1
Sectional Density
0.137
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 | 3,806fps | 1,286ft-lbs | -1.5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 100 yd | 3,391fps | 1,021ft-lbs | 0 | 0 | 0.8 | 0.084 |
| 200 yd | 3,013fps | 806ft-lbs | -1.5 | -0.7 | 3.5 | 0.177 |
| 300 yd | 2,667fps | 632ft-lbs | -6.9 | -2.2 | 8.2 | 0.283 |
| 400 yd | 2,346fps | 489ft-lbs | -17.2 | -4.1 | 15.5 | 0.403 |
| 500 yd | 2,048fps | 372ft-lbs | -33.9 | -6.5 | 25.7 | 0.54 |
| 600 yd | 1,773fps | 279ft-lbs | -58.9 | -9.4 | 39.5 | 0.698 |
| 700 yd | 1,527fps | 207ft-lbs | -95 | -13 | 57.8 | 0.88 |
| 800 yd | 1,317fps | 154ft-lbs | -146.2 | -17.5 | 81.2 | 1.092 |
| 900 yd | 1,153fps | 118ft-lbs | -217.5 | -23.1 | 110.3 | 1.336 |
| 1000 yd | 1,041fps | 96ft-lbs | -314.9 | -30.1 | 144.8 | 1.611 |
Bullet Information
ManufacturerHornady
Bullet40gr V-MAX
Diameter0.204" (5mm)
ConstructionHollow Point
BC (G1)0.275 G1
Sectional Density0.137
Load Information
Cartridge.204 Ruger
ManufacturerNorma
Product LineHornady V-MAX
CategoryHunting
Test Barrel24"
SKU20156502
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