The Fine-Line-"Nine"

Posted Sunday, June 5, 2011, at 8:29 PM
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  • Alright, don't know how technical I should get, but there's actually an algebraic formula to figure out the kinetic energy of a bullet. It is velocity squared, divide by 450,000 times the bullet weight in grains. That is the formula for every bullet. Basic algebra shows that if you change one of the variables slightly, the result is also only going to change slightly.

    The biggest difference between a .45 ACP and a 9mm is 115 grains. There are 437.5 grains per ounce, so you have barely more than 1/4 of an ounce difference and therefore barely any difference in the kinetic energy.

    Most in the know will tell you it's not the caliber of the bullet that you're firing, it's the placement of your shots. Most shooters can handle a 9mm quite a bit better than a .40 S&W or .45 ACP. I see plenty of bad shooters with those calibers every day I work at a public range and have for several years.

    -- Posted by Tackleberry on Sat, Jun 18, 2011, at 10:59 PM
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