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Ammunition
Ammunition comes in many different forms and sizes. It may be purchased retail or loaded at home. The type of ammunition used in the same firearm can vary greatly depending on the purpose.
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How fast is a 50 caliber sniper bullet?
853 meters per second (which translates to approximately 2800 feet per second).
There'll be some variation based on barrel length, charge used in the round, etc.
How much time does a bullet takes to come out of Barrel?
Time taken by a bullet to leave barrel is 10-3 Seconds.
Why are higher grain ammo more powerful than lower grain ammo?
I don't remember the formula for it, specifically, but in layman's terms, the force of the round on impact will be determined by a combination of weight and velocity. The more you have of either, the more force you'll have on impact.
Well, my answer did not get here quite as fast as the previous statements. It was long, so I'll try and make it quick...higher grain ammo does NOT mean that it is more powerful. All it means is that it has more weight to the bullet, but there are MANY factors that make a bullet more or less "powerful" such as bullet and case design, type of gun powder and primer, etc. Plus, in what context do you mean "power"? Power could be penetration, superior ballistics, lethality...etc. Good, but complicated question.
Mauser7.65 cal what type of ammo dose this gun use?
Two types of 7.65 pistols were manufactured.. depending on the date of manufacture, it would either be the 7.65x21 Parabellum (which was replaced in German service by the 9x19 Parabellum), or it may be 7.65x17SR (which is sold commercially as the .32 ACP). Mauser manufactured pistols in both calibers.
If you're referring to the Mauser rifles, what you have is probably one of the Argentine Mausers (they made a number of different models, with the Modelo 1909 being most common). These were manufactured in Germany for the Argentinians, and fire a 7.65x54 cartridge. Surplus ammunition for this rifle is a bit uncommon, but still can be found if you search in the right places.
There are dozens of brands of .32 S&W cartridges, but I would strongly suggest that you have your revolver examined by a gunsmith that has knowledge of older revolvers before shooting ANYTHING in it. Early .32 revolvers (including some of the Forehand & Wadsworth guns) were made for BLACK POWDER cartridges- and while the .32 S&W is not a powerhouse of a cartridge, some of the older revolvers were not meant to use modern ammunition which is loaded with smokeless powder, and has much higher pressures.
What is the difference in a 380 and a 40 caliber bullet?
The .380 ACP has an actual bullet diameter of .355 inches, versus the .4005 inch diameter of the .40 S&W bullet. Additionally, the cartridge length of the .40 is considerably longer - 22mm, versus the 17mm cartridge length of the .380 ACP. The .40 is a considerably more powerful round, and typically requires a delayed blowback system of operation, whereas most .380 pistols are unlocked breech direct blowback pistols.
What is the thing that holds the bullets outside of a gun called?
Hand, bullet loop on a holster, bandoleer, clip, magazine,
How many bullets are in a belt of bullets for a machine gun?
Depends on what type of machine gun. For most Western/NATO machine guns, the belts come packaged in 100 rounds on M13 disintegrating steel links, and these can be linked together to form as long a belt as one wishes. The linked ammunition for the FN Minimi/M249 SAW typically comes in 100 or 200 round linked increments. For your heavy 12.7mm/.50 machine guns, it's usually 100 rounds linked per box of ammo.
What extracts an empty shell from lorcin 380 handgun?
The extractor, which is part of the bolt. It clamps around the shell casing and has a ridge which locks into the cannelure of the shell casing (small indentation near the base of the cartridge which goes completely around the casing).
What is the difference between the grain of a bullet?
Grain is the weight of the bullet. They are measured in grains as opposed to grams or ounces. I'm sorry I can't tell you where that started.
Powder is also measured in grains.
Where do you buy 3240 cal rifle bullets?
Cabela's and CCC Ammo both list it as being in stock. Any dedicated gun store, if they don't have it in stock, should be able to get it for you, as well.
17 grains - ballistic tiped or 20grain in hollow point
How many rounds or ammunition does a A-10 magizine hold?
The A-10 Thunderbolt carries 1,174 rounds of linked 30x173mm ammunition for its primary weapon, the GAU-8/A Avenger rotary cannon.
Does a short barrel or a long barrel kick harder?
The longer the barrel the more time the powder has to fully burn inside the barrel, which in turn increases the pressure inside the barrel and the muzzle velocity of the bullet. This generally results in greater recoil. (though not necessarily greater "kick") Though other factors must be considered as well.
For many small caliber rounds like the .17 and .22 you're not going to see any noticeable increase in recoil going from a 18" to 22" barrel.
Another much greater factor is the ammunition. Cheaper ammunition, such as typical store brought ammunition, has a less powerful powder or simply less powder all together than brands or custom loads. Lets take a .308 for example. A .308 cheap bullet isn't going to have any noticeable difference going from a 20" barrel to a 24" barrel. However, change the ammunition to (just for a good example) Double Tap Ammunition, and now there is more likely to be a noticeable difference from even a 22" to 24" barrel.
Next up is the grain of the bullet itself. A heavier grain is going to generally have more recoil. (the heavier the bullet.. the harder it is to move.. the more energy from the expansion of gasses is transferred back into your shoulder.)
Another important factor is the action of the gun. Bolt, sing-shot, break-over, pump, etc. have greater recoil than auto / semi-auto (gas or mechanical). since none of the energy is being absorbed to chamber the next round. (Also with gas operated barrels the size of the gas port can also change the recoil of the weapon, though typically not enough to be noticeable)
Now lets get back into the question. Does a short barrel or long barrel kick harder. The energy being transferred back into your shoulder is generally greater the longer the barrel, but often feels less 'instant' and more as a shove.
EXCEPTION! - In general, a longer bull barrel will have less recoil than a shorter standard hunting barrel, since the bull barrel weighs more. (heavier the gun the more energy required to move the gun the less recoil)
Are injuries from falling bullets ommon?
They can be- in areas where a lot of people fire guns in the air for celebrations. Depending on the size of the bullet, it can fall with enough speed to cause injuries or death.
What size caliber bullets do you use in a Berreta model 84?
Most are in .380 ACP caliber. Sometimes called 9mm Short in Europe (or 9mm Corto or 9mm Kurz) What is marked on yours?
Why were women who worked in the World War 1 munitions factories often called Canaries?
because the TNT they worked with was harmful and the toxic powders involved in making it turned their skin yellow, over 400 'canaries'died from overexposure to TNT.
