“trajectory”

The new Crackshot XBR arrow-launching rifle includes an interchangeable upper that uses a .27 caliber Traditions XBR Powerload blank to propel a 16-inch aluminum arrow at 385 fps.

Achieving maximum penetration, accuracy and trajectory requires compromises. Here’s how I select and design my hunting arrows.

The new laser-rangefinding bow sight measures the exact distance to the target while at full draw then instantly calculates the trajectory compensation for distance and shot angle.

Contributor Philip Massaro takes a look at how boattail and flat-base bullets perform at common hunting ranges in terms of both trajectory and wind deflection.

Younger hunters seem to be more apt to embrace the ‘dial’ method, while those with a bit more snow on the roof are skeptical of the moving parts. Here’s a closer look at compensating for trajectory in the modern era.

The new Hornady CX bullet is an upgrade of the popular GMX. The company’s ballistic engineers looked at all the attributes of the older GMX design and made some key changes which had an effect on downrange trajectory and terminal performance.

At just 7 inches wide when cocked, the new Nitro XRT shoots 370-grain arrows at an impressive 470 fps and delivers 25 percent flatter arrow trajectory, generating impressive downrange accuracy and knock-down power.

While there may be a shine on some of the modern releases in the 6.5mm bore diameter, the 6.5x55 Swedish still makes a sound choice for the practical hunter due to its combination of terminal ballistics, flat trajectory and minimal recoil.