What is 416 barrett?

The .416 Barrett is a centerfire rifle cartridge designed in 2005 by Chris Barrett, the founder of Barrett Firearms Company. It is a large caliber, high velocity cartridge primarily used in long-range, anti-material sniper rifles.

The .416 Barrett cartridge is based on the .50 BMG cartridge, but necked down to accept a .416-inch (10.57mm) diameter bullet. It has similar overall dimensions as the .50 BMG, but with a significantly smaller bullet diameter and weight.

The .416 Barrett is known for its excellent long-range accuracy and terminal ballistics, making it ideal for precision shooting and long-range target engagement. It is capable of delivering high levels of kinetic energy and penetration, making it effective against hardened targets and vehicle armor.

Overall, the .416 Barrett is considered a powerful and versatile cartridge that is popular among military and law enforcement snipers, as well as civilian long-range shooting enthusiasts.