Subsonic means "slower than the speed of sound" so a subsonic bullet is any bullet that travels slower than the speed of sound.
Sonic if at a distance...
It is a bullet for a .22 caliber rifle which is very quiet as the bullet travels slower than the speed of sound
A wadcutter is a special-purpose bullet designed for shooting paper targets, usually at close range and subsonic velocity.
Depends on the range at which the rifle is zeroed.
They are actually quieter than supersonic bullets. When a gun is fired, noise comes from 3 sources- the main one being the sudden blast of gasses that are released from the muzzle as the bullet leaves. That still exists with subsonic bullets- they are just traveling slower than the speed of sound (ABOUT 1200 feet per second) The second part of the noise is from the bullet breaking the sound barrier- a high pitched CRACK sound. Subsonics do not do that. Third part of the sound is from the action of the firearm extracting the fired cartridge, and loading a new one.
It depends on a couple of factors, but it can range from none (on a subsonic round) to a couple of grains.
The antonym for subsonic is supersonic.
Yes, an airplane travels faster than a bullet. The average speed of a commercial airplane is around 550-600 mph, while the speed of a bullet can range from 1,700 mph to over 3,000 mph depending on the type and caliber.
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A subsonic .22 caliber round typically travels between 1,000 to 1,500 feet (approximately 300 to 450 meters) before losing significant velocity and energy. Factors such as barrel length, bullet design, and environmental conditions can influence this distance. While subsonic rounds are designed to be quieter, they still pose a risk and can be lethal at relatively close ranges. Always prioritize safety and follow local regulations regarding firearm use.
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