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Kimbercommander · October 26, 2013, 12:52 PM

The question is does anyone know how to figure out muzzle velocity without using a Chrono? I have a 26" barrel but all the data i have found for a .300 win mag is with a 24" test barrel. I just picked up some factory ammo that is shooting really well for me and im trying to figure out the speed without breaking my bank for a Chrono. The round is a the Federal Fusion 180 grain. Has a B.C. of .485 and the info i have for it is 2960 for a average muzzle velocity. The reason im asking is i was shooting right at a half inch with this load. This REALLY suprised me but when i started looking for info on this round i couldnt find much. Thanks for any help and or info. All is welcome.

October 26, 2013, 12:52 PM	#1
Kimbercommander Member Join Date: September 23, 2013 Location: Oregon Posts: 52	Test Barrels VS Real barrels? The question is does anyone know how to figure out muzzle velocity without using a Chrono? I have a 26" barrel but all the data i have found for a .300 win mag is with a 24" test barrel. I just picked up some factory ammo that is shooting really well for me and im trying to figure out the speed without breaking my bank for a Chrono. The round is a the Federal Fusion 180 grain. Has a B.C. of .485 and the info i have for it is 2960 for a average muzzle velocity. The reason im asking is i was shooting right at a half inch with this load. This REALLY suprised me but when i started looking for info on this round i couldnt find much. Thanks for any help and or info. All is welcome.