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barrel length increases accuracy not range.
It increases range also.
not it doesnt, it allow for different bullets which may contain more gun powder but it you fired the same bullet from a regular M-16 and a short barrel M-16 they will both travel the same distance as the bullet is subject to the same thrust, friction and gravity forces which ultimatly determine the max range. however the longer barrel contains more coils giving the bullet more spin enhancing accuracy. to increase range you need more thrust or reduced friction or mass of the bullet none of which has anything to do with barrel lengh
==Actual Answer== Please do not speak if you do not know what you are talking about. It is a well known fact that barrel length increases range, that is a big reason they use them on sniper rifles. Seriously, it is laughable that you would try to speak against it when you have not even tried to research it, everyone in the firearms world would laugh. The longer barrel allows for the expanding gases to have more time to accelerate the bullet down the barrel, and increases the muzzle velocity, which in turn allows the bullet to travel farther. I hope I don't have to describe why a faster muzzle velocity increases the range as well.
Now as for accuracy, I have not read anything yet that really gives me a good reason besides "it should." I'm going to leave it up for grabs for now to be interpreted either way, but as of now, I have not found sufficient evidence that barrel length greatly affects accuracy. If anything, a longer barrel will allow for more vibration which can slightly lower accuracy. Most of accuracy is up to other factors in the gun, like rifling for example.
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What factors determine the length of a gun barrel?
Barrel length is measured from the bolt face to the end of the barrel.
What is the barrel length of a Model 12 riot gun?
The one I have has a 20 inch barrel.
Does ading a longer barrel to a gun increase velocity of the fired projectiles?
Yes, but there is a point where the round reaches the max velocity it can achieve, and any extra barrel length past that point is a bit useless.
Is it dangerous to shorten a gun barrel?
It can be, depending on the action the gun uses. It can also be illegal if you cut the barrel length below the legal limit. In the US, a Title 1 rifle must have a minimum barrel length of 16 inches, and a Title I shotgun must have a minimum barrel length of 18 inches.
What are the main specifications of the Type 100 submachine gun?
The main specifications of the Type 100 Submachine Guns include weight length and barrel length. The weight of the gun empty is 7.5 pounds, loaded is 9.7 pounds. The length of the gun is 35.4 inches. The barrel length is 9.1 inches.
What is barrel of a gun also known as?
The barrel of a gun is also known as the "tube," as it is the elongated part through which the bullet is fired. It can also be referred to as the "bore," which describes the interior diameter of the barrel. The design and length of the barrel significantly influence the gun's accuracy and velocity.
How does the length of a barrel affect the accuracy of the gun?
It may or may not depending on the projectile and velocity.
How long was the tiger tanks nose canon?
The Tiger I tank, used by Germany during World War II, was equipped with an 88mm KwK 36 L/56 gun. The "L" designation refers to the length of the gun in calibers, meaning the barrel was 56 times the diameter of the shell, resulting in a barrel length of approximately 4.9 meters (16 feet). This long barrel contributed to the tank's effectiveness in long-range engagements.
How Long must a shotgun barrel be?
The legal minimum length of a non-rifled gun barrel in the united states is 7 inches.
What are some features of the Tippmann A5?
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How far can a hand gun can fire?
it depends on the brand of the gun. The range of a projectile depends on all of the following to some extent - caliber, case length, powder type, powder charge, barrel length, degree of angle the muzzle is at, temperature, humidity and a few I'm sure I forgot. thnx. mxm_rox63@yahoo.com
What are the specifications of a Ruger GP100?
The weight of a Ruger GP100 must be 2.2 pounds, 76mm barrel length, and is double action. It has a range of 55-110 yards, and can be a 6-shot or 7-shot gun.
