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A .357 Magnum bullet can travel approximately 1.5 to 2 miles under optimal conditions, such as a flat trajectory and minimal air resistance. However, the effective range for accuracy and impact is much shorter, typically around 100 to 150 yards for practical shooting. Factors like bullet design, barrel length, and environmental conditions can also influence its range.
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What is the distance a 357 magnum bullet will travel?
The distance a .357 Magnum bullet can travel depends on factors such as the specific load, barrel length, and angle of fire. On average, a .357 Magnum bullet can travel up to 1 to 1.5 miles if fired horizontally. However, it will lose velocity and energy over distance, decreasing its lethality.
What does 357 magnum mean?
The .357 part of the name means that the bullet diameter .357 inches. I do not know what the "Magnum" means in the name.
How far will a 357 bullet travel?
1.5 miles. which dwarfs the .44 mags .6 miles
What caliber is a 357 magnum?
The actual bullet diameter (as well as that of the .38 Special) is .357.
Which has a bigger bullet A Smith and Wesson .32 revolver and a Colt .357 Magnum?
colt 357
How does a 357 magnum campare to a 9mm?
The .357 Magnum is a larger cartridge, can fire a heavier bullet, and has about twice the energy of a 9mm Parabellum cartridge.
What is the most damaging bullet for a 357 Magnum?
For most uses, a jacketed hollowpoint.
How far can 357 magnum shoot?
There are too many factors that determine how far a bullet can travel to say with any accuracy how any one particular bullet will travel. For pistol bullets, most people say the average is about a mile.
What does 357 gun stand for?
357- as in .357 magnum, is the diameter of the bullets fired in fractions of an inch. It uses a bullet that is 0.357 inches wide.
Can you shoot 357 mag rounds in a 38 pistol?
No. However, .38 Special ammo CAN be safely fired in a .357 Magnum firearm. Both cartridges use a bullet that is .357 in diameter- but the .357 magnum is longer, and more powerful.
Can you shoot 38 Smith and Wesson not special in a 357 magnum?
No. It is a fatter diameter than .357, and will not fit. The bullet diameter is .361, instead of .357.
How far will a 357 magnum travel?
The effective range of a .357 Magnum can vary based on factors like bullet type and shooting conditions, but it generally has an effective range of around 100 to 150 yards for accurate shooting. However, the bullet can travel much farther, with estimates of up to 1,000 yards or more in ideal conditions. It's important to note that while the bullet can travel that distance, its stopping power and accuracy diminish significantly beyond its effective range. Always ensure safe shooting practices and be aware of your surroundings.
