Lindcott Armory Compare / .300 Norma Magnum vs .338 Lapua Magnum
Cartridge comparison
.300 Norma Magnum vs .338 Lapua Magnum
.300 Norma Magnum is faster (3,100 vs 2,900 fps); .338 Lapua Magnum carries more energy (5,000 vs 4,900 ft·lb); .300 Norma Magnum recoils less.
.300 Norma Magnum →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
.338 Lapua Magnum →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| .300 Norma Magnum | .338 Lapua Magnum | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 2012 | 1989 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.308″ | 0.338″ |
| Case length | 2.494″ | 2.724″ |
| Velocity | 2,800–3,100 fps | 2,650–2,900 fps |
| Energy | 3,750–4,900 ft·lb | 4,300–5,000 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 61,000 psi | 60,916 psi |
| Recoil | 28–40 ft·lb | 38–55 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 1200 yd | 1750 yd |
FAQs
- Is .300 Norma Magnum faster than .338 Lapua Magnum?
- .300 Norma Magnum is faster — up to 3,100 fps versus 2,900 fps.
- Does .300 Norma Magnum hit harder than .338 Lapua Magnum?
- .338 Lapua Magnum carries more muzzle energy (5,000 vs 4,900 ft·lb).