Chrono tool

FPS ↔ Joules calculator

Enter your chrono reading and BB weight to see energy and which common field classes you fit. Limits vary by field — always check the field's own rules.

BB weight

Energy

1.14 J

FPS @ 0.20g

350

FPS @ 0.20g equiv.

350

BB weight

0.20 g

Common class limits

CQB / indoor

LEGAL

≤ 1.14 J · ≈350 FPS @ 0.20g

No minimum distance

Rifleman

LEGAL

≤ 1.49 J · ≈400 FPS @ 0.20g

~20 ft minimum distance

DMR

LEGAL

≤ 1.88 J · ≈450 FPS @ 0.20g

~50 ft minimum distance

Bolt-action sniper

LEGAL

≤ 2.32 J · ≈500 FPS @ 0.20g

~100 ft minimum distance

Typical US limits shown for reference. Heavier BBs carry more energy at the same FPS, which is why many fields chrono in joules.