Lindcott Armory Compare / .270 WSM vs 7mm WSM
Cartridge comparison
.270 WSM vs 7mm WSM
7mm WSM is faster (3,250 vs 3,200 fps); 7mm WSM carries more energy (3,666 vs 2,900 ft·lb); .270 WSM recoils less.
.270 WSM →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–1000 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
7mm WSM →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–1000 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| .270 WSM | 7mm WSM | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 2002 | 2001 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.277″ | 0.284″ |
| Case length | 2.1″ | 2.1″ |
| Velocity | 2,900–3,200 fps | 3,000–3,250 fps |
| Energy | 2,200–2,900 ft·lb | 2,799–3,666 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 65,000 psi | 65,000 psi |
| Recoil | 14–18 ft·lb | 18–26 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 500 yd | 600 yd |
FAQs
- Is .270 WSM faster than 7mm WSM?
- 7mm WSM is faster — up to 3,250 fps versus 3,200 fps.
- Does .270 WSM hit harder than 7mm WSM?
- 7mm WSM carries more muzzle energy (3,666 vs 2,900 ft·lb).