Lindcott Armory Compare / .270 WSM vs .300 WSM
Cartridge comparison
.270 WSM vs .300 WSM
.300 WSM is faster (3,300 vs 3,200 fps); .300 WSM carries more energy (3,500 vs 2,900 ft·lb); .270 WSM recoils less.
.270 WSM →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–1000 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
.300 WSM →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–1000 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| .270 WSM | .300 WSM | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 2002 | 2001 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.277″ | 0.308″ |
| Case length | 2.1″ | 2.1″ |
| Velocity | 2,900–3,200 fps | 2,850–3,300 fps |
| Energy | 2,200–2,900 ft·lb | 2,700–3,500 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 65,000 psi | 65,000 psi |
| Recoil | 14–18 ft·lb | 20–28 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 500 yd | 600 yd |
FAQs
- Is .270 WSM faster than .300 WSM?
- .300 WSM is faster — up to 3,300 fps versus 3,200 fps.
- Does .270 WSM hit harder than .300 WSM?
- .300 WSM carries more muzzle energy (3,500 vs 2,900 ft·lb).