A ballistic trajectory prediction table, specifically designed for Hornady .308 Winchester ammunition, provides detailed projectile behavior information based on a 50-yard zero. This table typically includes data points like bullet drop, velocity, and wind drift at various distances beyond the zero range. An example application would be determining the expected bullet drop at 100 yards, 200 yards, and so on, assuming the rifle is sighted-in to impact precisely at 50 yards.
Such reference data is crucial for accurate shooting, particularly at longer ranges where bullet drop and wind drift become significant factors. Precise trajectory predictions allow shooters to make necessary adjustments to their aiming point, ensuring accurate shot placement. Understanding external ballistics through such resources allows hunters and target shooters to maximize effective range and ethical shot placement. Historically, ballistic charts evolved from painstaking field tests and mathematical calculations, progressing from simple tables to sophisticated software incorporating numerous variables.
