Versatile short-action hunting cartridge. Ballistics similar to .280 Rem in compact package. Low recoil, excellent accuracy. Popular youth and women's rifle.
Type: Rifle
Introduced: 1980, United States
Parent case: .308 Winchester
Standardization: SAAMI
Bullet diameter: 0.284" (7.21 mm)
Case length: 2.035" (51.69 mm)
Overall length: 2.8" (71.12 mm)
Max pressure: 61,000 PSI
Rim type: Rimless
Primer: Large Rifle
Typical twist rate: 1:9.25 to 1:9.5
Muzzle velocity: 2750–3000 fps
Muzzle energy: 2300–2700 ft-lbs
Effective range: 600 yd
Common bullet weights: 120, 139, 140, 150, 160 gr
Primary use: Hunting, Target
Production status: Active
Also known as: 7mm-08
History: Wildcatted in 1958, standardized by Remington in 1980. Essentially a short-action 7mm. Quickly gained popularity for deer and antelope. Considered by many as the perfect short-action hunting round.
Notable firearms: Remington Model Seven, Tikka T3x, Browning X-Bolt, Savage Model 11
Similar cartridges: .308 Winchester, .260 Remington, .243 Winchester