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Q: Why is a handgun round becomes less effective than a rifle bullet over long distances?
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Can you fire a 44 caliber handgun with a 45 bullet?

In most circumstances, no. The bullet is too large to chamber in the handgun.


Why does a handgun round become less effective than a rifle bullet over a long distance?

Handgun projectiles are fired through shorter barrels which lead to a reduced production of muzzle energy.


What is a six letter word for handgun?

Pistol.


Can a 22 bullet fire from a 380 handgun?

No, it cannot.


Can you shoot a 380 bullet from a 38 handgun?

No, you cannot.


Why does a handgun round bocome less effective than a rifle bullet over a long distance?

Generally, they travel at a slower speed, and have a shape that is subject to higher drag.


What is the maximum effective range and maximum range for the Ruger P95?

The maximum effective range for a typical 9mm Parabellum handgun is about 50 meters. The bullet can be driven to a maximum range of over 1000 meters- when fired at a 45 degree angle. This will have no accuracy, and can only guarantee the bullet will hit the earth- somewhere.


What causes a bullet to spin from a rifle or handgun?

The grooves in the barrel.


How far is the firing distance range of Beretta caliber 9mm bullet?

A bullet from a handgun can travel, on average, about a mile.


Can you fire a 38 bullet from a 380 handgun?

No. You cannot fire anything other than a .380 ACP cartridge out of a .380 handgun.


What is pistol caliber?

Its the size of the bullet that the gun is made for. its the caliber that a handgun uses


What causes the spinning of a bullet from a rifle or handgun?

Grooves in the barrel. That is called rifling.