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50 BMG Ballistics Charts

Hornady

Match 750 Grain A-MAX



PMC Bronze 660 Grain FMJBT



X-TAC Match 740 Grain Solid Brass



Prvi Partizan Rangemaster 625 Grain FMJ



Administrative Note: The information above is provided by ammo manufacturers. Actual ballistics obtained with your firearm can vary considerably from advertised ballistics. Also, ballistics can vary from lot to lot with the same brand and type. When manufacturers' ballistic data were unavailable, they were calculated using a ballistic calculator.

50 BMG Trajectory Chart

A bullet's trajectory is its flight path. Shooters measure trajectory in inches of bullet drop, milliradians (MIL), or minute of angle (MOA). In this article, we use inches of bullet drop.

A flat trajectory is preferred for long-range (and extreme long-distance) shooting because the shooter requires fewer adjustments to compensate for bullet drop. The 50 BMG offers long-distance shooters a very flat trajectory. When zeroed in at 200 yards, a 750 grain bullet will only drop about -35.6" at 500 yards.

Here is a sample 50 BMG bullet drop chart to give you a general idea of the cartridge's trajectory.



Note: The preceding chart is an example of one 50 BMG load. Actual ballistic performance varies depending on bullet weight, lot, barrel length, and environmental conditions.

50 BMG Velocity

Muzzle velocity is the rate at which a bullet leaves the barrel, measured in feet per second (fps). Typically, a longer barrel produces a higher muzzle velocity, as the extra length gives exploding propellant more time to exert its energy against the base of the projectile.

You can expect 50 BMG muzzle velocity to vary from about 2,727 fps to 2,950 fps, depending on bullet weight and barrel length. The 50 BMG's high muzzle velocities contribute to its flat trajectory and powerful striking energy.

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