Lindcott Armory Compare / .26 Nosler vs 6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum
Cartridge comparison
.26 Nosler vs 6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum
6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum is faster (3,531 vs 3,400 fps); 6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum carries more energy (3,507 vs 3,311 ft·lb); 6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum recoils less.
.26 Nosler →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–1000 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–1000 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| .26 Nosler | 6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 2014 | 2016 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.264″ | 0.264″ |
| Case length | 2.59″ | 2.825″ |
| Velocity | 3,200–3,400 fps | 3,200–3,531 fps |
| Energy | 2,934–3,311 ft·lb | 3,037–3,507 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 65,000 psi | 65,000 psi |
| Recoil | 20–28 ft·lb | 6–9 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 1200 yd | 700 yd |
FAQs
- Is .26 Nosler faster than 6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum?
- 6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum is faster — up to 3,531 fps versus 3,400 fps.
- Does .26 Nosler hit harder than 6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum?
- 6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum carries more muzzle energy (3,507 vs 3,311 ft·lb).