Ever wonder about barrel length vs. muzzle energy?

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Ever wonder about barrel length vs. muzzle energy?

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I don't know if this has been posted before, I just ran across it and thought I'd share.

The site has tables muzzle energies of different caliber firearms, varying barrel lengths, and available ammo.

Also effects of barrel length and cylinder gap on revolvers.

They, of course, list all the firearms used in their tests.

I find this one fascinating, particularly since someone on Quora asked if there were ever any revolver action rifles.
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BERETTA STAMPEDE BUNTLINE CARBINE .45 COLT single action carbine. (18" barrel)

I suspect that my 30+ year old 1911 wouldn't do well with some of the .45 ACP ammo they list.

http://www.ballisticsbytheinch.com
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