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15 February 2010, 06:08
trigger
Ballistics Software
Just checking

Do you guys know of any free or inexpensive software that provides trajectory and energy calculations for rifle cartridges?

I have been using loads from a disk for years, but recently upgraded my computer and cannot find the disk. I only use the external ballistics part of it anyway. Don't want to purchase again if I can find something suitable for less money or free.

Thanks
15 February 2010, 06:31
Kelly Gill
I've not used the Hornady program off of its web site, but you might take a look at it:

http://www.hornady.com/ballist...allistics-calculator

Most of these programs work basically the same and take similar input data. They are worlds ahead of the original ones such as the Sierra External Ballistics program I purchased on a floppy disk in the '80s. Good luck.
15 February 2010, 06:39
Michael b Freeman
quote:
Originally posted by Kelly Gill:
I've not used the Hornady program off of its web site, but you might take a look at it:

http://www.hornady.com/ballist...allistics-calculator

Most of these programs work basically the same and take similar input data. They are worlds ahead of the original ones such as the Sierra External Ballistics program I purchased on a floppy disk in the '80s. Good luck.

I find a 300 fps difference between JBM and Berger free online tools!


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15 February 2010, 06:43
ramrod340
http://www.jbmballistics.com/c...s/calculations.shtml


As usual just my $.02
Paul K
15 February 2010, 21:57
Snoogans
Goole point blank software. Free. Used & loved it for years now.
16 February 2010, 06:27
trigger
Thanks to all.

Point blank will do just fine.