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Power Factor

Input Data

Bullet Weight
Weight of the bullet.
Caliber
Diameter of the bullet
Muzzle Velocity
The velocity of the bullet as either (1) measured at some distance from the muzzle (see applicable rule book for measuring methods)

Output Data

Power Factor
Calculated power factor (Weight*Velocity)
Power Factor (IPSC)
Calculated power factor (Weight*Velocity/1000). NOTE: The IPSC rules specifically state that the power factor is not to be rounded upward. All digits after the decimal place are dropped.
Divisions
Below the power factors are the individual divisions within a discipline. Next to each is a "Yes" or a "No". If "Yes", the caliber, weight and velocity make power factor for that division. If "No", it does not.