Caldwell VelociRadar Radar Shooting Chronograph – Bluetooth Ballistic Chrono
Radar shooting chronograph measuring 250–4500 FPS – works for rifles, airguns, crossbows and archery
- Advanced Chirp radar technology tracks bullets throughout their flight path, not just at the muzzle
- Downrange velocity tracking provides a complete picture of real-world ballistic performance
- No downrange setup required, allowing safe operation from behind the firing line
- True muzzle velocity calculation based on measured downrange data
- Ballistic coefficient calculation for improved accuracy and load development
- Downrange energy measurement for deeper ballistic insight
- Integrated ballistic calculator creates a personalised DOPE chart
- Dual trigger options with built-in acoustic and optional recoil triggers included
- Easy target alignment using the ball head tripod
- Full-featured mobile app enables remote control, data capture, and review
- User-friendly operation suitable for both load development and long-range shooting
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The Caldwell Velociradar Chronograph delivers a new level of ballistic insight using advanced Chirp radar technology. Unlike traditional chronographs that only record muzzle velocity, the Velociradar tracks bullets downrange, providing a complete picture of real-world performance.
By measuring velocity throughout the flight path, it calculates true muzzle velocity, ballistic coefficient, and downrange energy with exceptional accuracy, allowing accurate readings indoors, outdoors or in poor lighting conditions.
Designed for safety and convenience, the system requires no downrange setup, allowing velocity tracking while you remain safely behind the firing line.
A ball head tripod makes precise target alignment quick and effortless, while dual trigger options, a built-in acoustic trigger and an included recoil trigger, ensure reliable shot detection across a wide range of firearms.
The Velociradar features an integrated ballistic calculator that generates a personalised DOPE chart, taking the guesswork out of long-range shooting.
A full-featured mobile app allows remote control and data review, making the Caldwell Velociradar a powerful, user-friendly tool for shooters seeking accurate, comprehensive ballistic data.
- Technology Advanced Chirp radar
- Tracking Capability Tracks bullet velocities downrange
- Measured Outputs True muzzle velocity, ballistic coefficient, downrange energy
- Setup Requirement No downrange equipment required
- Trigger Options Built-in acoustic trigger and included recoil trigger
- Ballistic Calculator Integrated DOPE chart generation
- Alignment System Ball head tripod for easy target alignment
- Connectivity Remote operation via mobile app
- Intended Use Ballistic analysis, load development, and long-range shooting
- Advanced Chirp radar technology tracks bullets throughout their flight path, not just at the muzzle
- Downrange velocity tracking provides a complete picture of real-world ballistic performance
- No downrange setup required, allowing safe operation from behind the firing line
- True muzzle velocity calculation based on measured downrange data
- Ballistic coefficient calculation for improved accuracy and load development
- Downrange energy measurement for deeper ballistic insight
- Integrated ballistic calculator creates a personalised DOPE chart
- Dual trigger options with built-in acoustic and optional recoil triggers included
- Easy target alignment using the ball head tripod
- Full-featured mobile app enables remote control, data capture, and review
- User-friendly operation suitable for both load development and long-range shooting
- CALDWELL VelociRadar Chronograph
Q: What is the Caldwell VelociRadar Chronograph?
The VelociRadar is a radar-based shooting chronograph designed to measure projectile velocity without placing the device directly in front of the firearm. It uses radar tracking to capture velocity data safely and accurately from beside the shooter.
Q: What velocity range can the VelociRadar measure?
The chronograph measures projectile speeds from approximately 250 fps up to 4,500 fps, making it suitable for a wide range of shooting disciplines including airguns, firearms and archery.
Q: What types of projectiles can it measure?
The VelociRadar can measure velocities from:
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air rifles and air pistols
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rimfire and centre-fire rifles
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handguns
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shotguns
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crossbows
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archery equipment
This wide range is possible due to the radar-based detection system.
Q: Does it work indoors or in low light?
Yes. Because it uses radar rather than optical sensors, the VelociRadar works reliably:
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indoors
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outdoors
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in bright sun
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in low light or overcast conditions
Traditional optical chronographs can struggle in these conditions, but radar systems are unaffected by lighting.
Q: Does the chronograph sit downrange like traditional chronographs?
No. The VelociRadar is positioned beside the shooter, not downrange in front of the muzzle.
This offers several advantages:
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faster setup
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safer operation
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no risk of accidentally shooting the chronograph
Q: How close to the muzzle should the chronograph be placed?
The unit is typically placed near the shooting position and aligned with the barrel so the radar can track the projectile as it leaves the muzzle.
Exact positioning is flexible compared to optical chronographs, but correct alignment improves measurement consistency.
Q: Do I need to shoot through a specific window or sensor?
No. Unlike optical chronographs, radar chronographs do not require the projectile to pass through sensors or skyscreens, which makes setup simpler and more forgiving.
Q: Can the chronograph connect to a smartphone?
Yes. The VelociRadar connects via Bluetooth to a smartphone app, allowing you to view shot data and track results during testing.
Q: What information does the chronograph provide?
Depending on the setup and app features, the chronograph can provide:
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projectile velocity
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shot string data
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muzzle energy calculations
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ballistic information
This makes it useful for tuning rifles, testing ammunition or comparing loads.
Q: Why use a chronograph when tuning rifles or airguns?
A chronograph allows you to measure actual projectile velocity, which helps with:
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tuning air rifle regulators and power settings
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verifying ammunition performance
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calculating muzzle energy
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improving ballistic predictions
This data helps shooters achieve more consistent performance.
Q: Is the VelociRadar suitable for air rifles?
Yes. With a minimum measurement speed of around 250 fps, the chronograph works well with most air rifles and air pistols.
Q: Is the chronograph portable?
Yes. The VelociRadar is designed as a portable range device that can be easily transported in a range bag and set up quickly when needed.
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