Lindcott Armory Compare / .270 WSM vs 6.8 Western
Cartridge comparison
.270 WSM vs 6.8 Western
.270 WSM is faster (3,200 vs 2,970 fps); 6.8 Western carries more energy (3,231 vs 2,900 ft·lb); 6.8 Western recoils less.
.270 WSM →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–1000 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
6.8 Western →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| .270 WSM | 6.8 Western | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 2002 | 2021 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.277″ | 0.277″ |
| Case length | 2.1″ | 2.02″ |
| Velocity | 2,900–3,200 fps | 2,700–2,970 fps |
| Energy | 2,200–2,900 ft·lb | 2,622–3,231 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 65,000 psi | 65,000 psi |
| Recoil | 14–18 ft·lb | 12–16 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 500 yd | 1000 yd |
FAQs
- Is .270 WSM faster than 6.8 Western?
- .270 WSM is faster — up to 3,200 fps versus 2,970 fps.
- Does .270 WSM hit harder than 6.8 Western?
- 6.8 Western carries more muzzle energy (3,231 vs 2,900 ft·lb).