Target Size

[robert hode]

I just wanted to confirm a formula I remember from somewhere.
To determine the size of a target at a known distance...multiply distance to target in yards, times the mils of object seen in scope, and then divide by 27.77 to get target size in inches?

Thanks

[robert hode]

I just wanted to confirm a formula I remember from somewhere.
To determine the size of a target at a known distance...multiply distance to target in yards, times the mils of object seen in scope, and then divide by 27.77 to get target size in inches?

Thanks

Calling Henry

[rksimple]

(size of target in inches) x 27.78
--------------------------------- = distance to target
size of target in mils

Then use algebra (I know its a lot to ask for a county employee)

(dist to target) x (size in mils)
--------------------------- = size of target
27.78

[robert hode]

(size of target in inches) x 27.78
--------------------------------- = distance to target
size of target in mils

Then use algebra (I know its a lot to ask for a county employee)

(dist to target) x (size in mils)
--------------------------- = size of target
27.78

Thanks Ryan. I've seen both 27.77 & 27.78 used. Either seems more than close enough for government work.
Is algebra kinda like Rosetta Stone for math or somthin?

[MisterMiles]

I keep this on my desktop. Can't remember what site I got it from.