Muzzle Velocity
2,321
fps
Muzzle Energy
897
ft-lbs
Ballistic Coefficient
0.230 G1
G1
Sectional Density
0.214
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 | 2,321fps | 897ft-lbs | -1.5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 100 yd | 1,969fps | 646ft-lbs | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.14 |
| 200 yd | 1,653fps | 455ft-lbs | -7.6 | -3.6 | 8.5 | 0.307 |
| 300 yd | 1,382fps | 318ft-lbs | -28 | -8.9 | 20.7 | 0.506 |
| 400 yd | 1,172fps | 229ft-lbs | -66.8 | -15.9 | 39.6 | 0.742 |
| 500 yd | 1,036fps | 179ft-lbs | -130.8 | -25 | 65 | 1.016 |
| 600 yd | 948fps | 150ft-lbs | -227.3 | -36.2 | 95.7 | 1.319 |
| 700 yd | 882fps | 129ft-lbs | -362.4 | -49.4 | 130.8 | 1.648 |
| 800 yd | 827fps | 114ft-lbs | -542.3 | -64.7 | 170 | 2 |
| 900 yd | 779fps | 101ft-lbs | -773.2 | -82 | 213.2 | 2.375 |
| 1000 yd | 736fps | 90ft-lbs | -1061.7 | -101.4 | 260.4 | 2.772 |
Bullet Information
ManufacturerHornady
Bullet75gr InterLock
Diameter0.224" (5.56mm)
ConstructionSoft Point
BC (G1)0.230 G1
Sectional Density0.214
Load Information
Cartridge5.56×45mm NATO
ManufacturerHornady
Product LineHornady Black
CategorySelf_defense
Test Barrel11.5"
SKU81296
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