Quickstart 6: Fire Tab - G7 Handheld Ballistic Calculator

Published on October 12, 2010
Duration: 3:04

This video explains how to use the 'Fire Solution' feature on the G7 Ballistic Calculator. It details how to input environmental factors like air density and incline to calculate a 'shoot-to' range, which adjusts for ballistic turrets or reticle holds. The output also includes drop, wind deflection, spin drift, target lead, time of flight, bullet energy, and velocity.

Quick Summary

The 'Fire Solution' on the G7 Ballistic Calculator calculates a 'shoot-to' range by factoring in environmental inputs like air density and incline. This adjusted range is crucial for accurate use with BDC turrets or reticles. The output also includes drop, wind deflection, spin drift, target lead, time of flight, energy, and velocity.

Chapters

  1. 00:01Introduction to Fire Solution
  2. 00:17Calculating Shoot-to Range
  3. 00:37BDC Turret and Reticle Application
  4. 00:57Outputting Drop and Wind Deflection
  5. 01:02Clicks vs. Minutes of Angle
  6. 01:26Spin Drift and Target Lead
  7. 01:40Time of Flight, Energy, and Velocity
  8. 01:56Saving Fire Solutions and Targets
  9. 02:24Accessing Saved Targets
  10. 02:56Selecting Cartridge and Target Ranges

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 'shoot-to' range on a ballistic calculator?

The 'shoot-to' range on a ballistic calculator, like the G7, is a corrected distance derived from the actual target range. It accounts for environmental factors such as air density and incline, providing the precise range needed to dial into your ballistic turret or use with your reticle for an accurate shot.

How does incline affect ballistic calculations?

Incline, or the angle of your shot relative to the horizontal, significantly impacts the effective range and trajectory of a bullet. Ballistic calculators like the G7 incorporate incline data to adjust the 'shoot-to' range, ensuring your holdover or turret adjustment is accurate for uphill or downhill shots.

What ballistic data does the G7 calculator provide in its Fire Solution?

The G7 calculator's Fire Solution provides comprehensive data including the adjusted 'shoot-to' range, bullet drop, wind deflection, spin drift, target lead, time of flight, bullet energy, and velocity. This allows for precise aiming and assessment of terminal ballistics.

Why are clicks or minutes of angle preferred over inches for windage and lead?

Outputs in clicks or minutes of angle (MOA) are generally preferred for windage and target lead because they directly correspond to the adjustments on most rifle scopes. Using inches at longer ranges can be difficult to visualize and apply accurately to a reticle or turret.

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