Lindcott Armory Compare / .25-20 Winchester vs .256 Winchester Magnum
Cartridge comparison
.25-20 Winchester vs .256 Winchester Magnum
.256 Winchester Magnum is faster (2,350 vs 2,100 fps); .25-20 Winchester carries more energy (841 vs 735 ft·lb); .25-20 Winchester recoils less.
.25-20 Winchester →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–500 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
.256 Winchester Magnum →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–500 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| .25-20 Winchester | .256 Winchester Magnum | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Revolver |
| Introduced | 1895 | 1961 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.257″ | 0.257″ |
| Case length | 1.33″ | 1.281″ |
| Velocity | 1,460–2,100 fps | 2,200–2,350 fps |
| Energy | 284–841 ft·lb | 645–735 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 28,000 psi | 42,000 psi |
| Recoil | 5–9 ft·lb | 8–12 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 200 yd | 100 yd |
FAQs
- Is .25-20 Winchester faster than .256 Winchester Magnum?
- .256 Winchester Magnum is faster — up to 2,350 fps versus 2,100 fps.
- Does .25-20 Winchester hit harder than .256 Winchester Magnum?
- .25-20 Winchester carries more muzzle energy (841 vs 735 ft·lb).