What is 416 barrett?

The .416 Barrett is a powerful, long-range cartridge developed by Barrett Firearms Manufacturing. It is designed for use in anti-materiel rifles and long-range target shooting.

• Purpose: Primarily intended for military and law enforcement applications against hardened targets such as vehicles, radar installations, and communications equipment. It's also utilized for extreme long-range shooting.

• Ballistics: The .416 Barrett offers a flatter trajectory and better wind resistance than the .50 BMG at extended ranges (beyond 2000 meters), though it delivers less energy on impact. It typically uses a 395-grain or 400-grain bullet, achieving muzzle velocities around 3,150-3,250 feet per second. This results in significant downrange energy retention.

• Rifle Compatibility: The most well-known rifle chambered in .416 Barrett is the Barrett Model 99. Other custom rifles have also been chambered in this caliber.

• Advantages:

  • Improved ballistic coefficient compared to .50 BMG.
  • Flatter trajectory at extreme ranges.
  • Better wind resistance.

• Disadvantages:

  • Less energy on impact compared to .50 BMG.
  • Ammo is generally more expensive and less widely available than .50 BMG.
  • Recoil is substantial, although often perceived as slightly less than .50 BMG.

Here are some important subjects with links:

• Ammunition
• Ballistics
• Rifles