.22 ARC Barrel Length Ballistics Comparison
For this comparison of the 18″, 20″ and 22″ .22 ARC barrels, we’ll be looking at velocity, energy, trajectory and effective ranges. We’ve selected the 80gr ELD-X load by Hornady as that bullet has a very good ballistic coefficient and is designed for accuracy, long range and hunting. This data on the .22 ARC was collected by Grendel Hunter staff using our own uppers and factory ammunition. We hope that people will find it useful and interesting.
Velocity & Energy – Note that Energy graph is showing numbers at 300 yards and Velocity numbers are at the muzzle
1,000 ft/lb – Note that the 1,000 ft/lb graph shows data for the 80gr ELD-X bullet. This bullet is designed for hunting medium size game such as deer or hogs at distance and 1,000 ft/lb is a popular number to use for that size game. 700 ft/lb – Note that the 700 ft/lb graph uses a 62gr ELD-VT bullet which is not designed for animals like deer, but rather smaller animals like coyotes.