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Archery Arrow Drop from Distance Calculator

Drop = ½g(distance/velocity)² — projectile fall.

Calculates arrow drop (vertical fall due to gravity) over a given distance at a given arrow velocity. Useful for setting bow sights and understanding trajectory.

Dr. Helena Ortiz By Dr. Helena Ortiz
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Enter values and click Calculate to see results.
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How to use this calculator

  1. Fill in the inputs above using the units you already have.
  2. Values update automatically as you type — no submit button needed.
  3. Hover any result row for the underlying formula and intermediate values.

Formula

Time of flight = distance / velocity; Drop = ½ × 9.81 × t² (m)

In depth

Calculates arrow drop (vertical fall due to gravity) over a given distance at a given arrow velocity. Useful for setting bow sights and understanding trajectory.