.300 AAC Blackout Ballistics
Developed by Advanced Armament Corporation for short-barreled, suppressed use. Uses standard AR-15 bolt and magazines. Available in supersonic loads for hunting and subsonic loads optimized for suppressor use. Effective within 200 yards.
Cartridge Specifications
Common Bullet Weights and Types
Muzzle Velocity by Barrel Length
Muzzle Energy by Barrel Length
Bullet Drop Table
Values in inches. 16-inch barrel reference data. Positive values rise above line of sight, negative values fall below.
| Load | Zero | 100 yd | 200 yd | 300 yd | 400 yd | 500 yd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 110 gr V-MAX | 200 yd | 2.8 | 0 | -11.7 | -33.9 | -69.3 |
| 125 gr OTM | 200 yd | 3.4 | 0 | -13.6 | -39.1 | -79.6 |
| 220 gr Subsonic | 100 yd | 14.4 | 0 | -54.4 | -149.6 | -300 |
Wind Drift at 10 mph Crosswind
Drift in inches at a 90 degree full value wind. Estimated from muzzle velocity and G1 ballistic coefficient.
| Load | 100 yd | 200 yd | 300 yd | 400 yd | 500 yd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 110 gr V-MAX | 7.6 | 15.2 | 22.8 | 30.4 | 38.1 |
| 125 gr OTM | 7.7 | 15.3 | 23 | 30.7 | 38.3 |
| 220 gr Subsonic | 16.3 | 32.6 | 49 | 65.3 | 81.6 |
Effective Range by Application
Barrel Twist Rate Recommendations
Published Load Data
| Weight | Type | Barrel | MV (fps) | ME (ft-lb) | BC (G1) | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 110 gr | V-MAX | 9 in | 2,150 | 1,129 | 0.29 | Hornady BLACK 110 gr V-MAX published load data for short barrel |
| 110 gr | V-MAX | 10.5 in | 2,280 | 1,270 | 0.29 | Hornady BLACK 110 gr V-MAX published specification 10.5" |
| 110 gr | V-MAX | 16 in | 2,375 | 1,378 | 0.29 | Hornady BLACK 110 gr V-MAX published specification 16" |
| 125 gr | OTM | 9 in | 2,000 | 1,110 | 0.32 | Sig Sauer 125 gr OTM load data, ballistic calculator short barrel estimate |
| 125 gr | OTM | 10.5 in | 2,100 | 1,224 | 0.32 | Sig Sauer 125 gr OTM published specification |
| 125 gr | OTM | 16 in | 2,175 | 1,313 | 0.32 | Sig Sauer 125 gr OTM published specification 16" |
| 220 gr | Subsonic | 9 in | 1,000 | 489 | 0.31 | Hornady Subsonic 220 gr Sub-X published load data |
| 220 gr | Subsonic | 10.5 in | 1,010 | 498 | 0.31 | Hornady Subsonic 220 gr Sub-X published load data |
| 220 gr | Subsonic | 16 in | 1,050 | 539 | 0.31 | Hornady Subsonic 220 gr Sub-X published specification 16" |
Data Disclaimer
Ballistic data is approximate and varies by ammunition lot, barrel condition, altitude, and temperature. Data sourced from Hornady BLACK 110 gr V-MAX published load data for short barrel; Hornady BLACK 110 gr V-MAX published specification 10.5"; Hornady BLACK 110 gr V-MAX published specification 16". Always confirm zero and trajectory with your specific firearm.
Pick the right barrel
Twist rate should match the bullet weights you plan to shoot. See barrel steel grades, profiles, chamber types, and twist rate guidance on the barrel specs page, then jump into the builder to filter barrels chambered in .300 AAC Blackout.