Projectile Motion: 100 m/s at 45°
At 100 m/s and 45°, the projectile achieves a horizontal range of approximately 1,019 m (about 1 km).
How to use this tool
- Enter launch velocity, launch angle, initial height and gravitational acceleration in the fields above.
- Results update instantly as you type — or click Calculate.
- Read your horizontal range and the full breakdown beneath it.
Calculate the impressive kilometer-scale range of a high-speed projectile at 100 m/s and 45 degrees.
Frequently asked questions
- Which angle maximises range?
- 45° maximises range on flat ground. With an elevated launch point the optimal angle is slightly less than 45°.
- Can I use different gravity values?
- Yes — use 1.62 m/s² for the Moon, 3.72 for Mars, or 24.79 for Jupiter.