🦌 Ballistics Calculator
Calculate bullet penetration factors and hunting efficacy
Step 1: Bullet Penetration Factor
Caliber Diameter (inches):
e.g., .308, .243, .30-06
Bullet Weight (grains):
e.g., 165, 150, 180
Velocity (fps):
e.g., 2400, 2700, 3000
Expansion Factor:
e.g., 2.4x, 1.5x, 2.0x
Weight Retention (%):
e.g., 70%, 85%, 95%
Calculate Bullet Factors
Bullet Results
Expanded Diameter:
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Sectional Area:
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Retained Weight:
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Penetration Factor:
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Kinetic Energy:
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Step 2: Animal Penetration Analysis
Animal Weight (lbs):
e.g., Whitetail: 150-300, Elk: 500-800, Moose: 800-1200
Bullet Penetration Factor:
From Step 1 calculation
Calculate Hunting Efficacy
Hunting Analysis
Animal Cross Section:
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Required Penetration Factor:
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Penetration Efficacy:
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Recommendation:
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