Muzzle Velocity Calculator

Find muzzle velocity from a projectile's kinetic energy and mass.

Muzzle velocity 632.46

Formula: v = √(2·KE ÷ m)

Step-by-step with your numbers:
1. Values used:
2. Kinetic energy = 1,800 J
3. Projectile mass = 9
4.
5. Muzzle velocity = 632.46
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Muzzle velocity is a projectile's speed as it leaves the barrel.

The math behind it

From kinetic energy KE = ½mv², the speed is v = √(2·KE ÷ m).

Worked example

1800 J on a 9 g bullet → about 632 m/s.

FAQ

Why convert grams to kg?

SI energy in joules needs mass in kilograms for the formula to balance.