Lindcott Armory Compare / .300 Norma Magnum vs .338 Norma Magnum
Cartridge comparison
.300 Norma Magnum vs .338 Norma Magnum
.300 Norma Magnum is faster (3,100 vs 2,900 fps); .338 Norma Magnum carries more energy (5,600 vs 4,900 ft·lb); .338 Norma Magnum recoils less.
.300 Norma Magnum →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
.338 Norma Magnum →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| .300 Norma Magnum | .338 Norma Magnum | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 2012 | 2009 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.308″ | 0.338″ |
| Case length | 2.494″ | 2.394″ |
| Velocity | 2,800–3,100 fps | 2,600–2,900 fps |
| Energy | 3,750–4,900 ft·lb | 4,000–5,600 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 61,000 psi | 65,000 psi |
| Recoil | 28–40 ft·lb | 15–22 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 1200 yd | 1500 yd |
FAQs
- Is .300 Norma Magnum faster than .338 Norma Magnum?
- .300 Norma Magnum is faster — up to 3,100 fps versus 2,900 fps.
- Does .300 Norma Magnum hit harder than .338 Norma Magnum?
- .338 Norma Magnum carries more muzzle energy (5,600 vs 4,900 ft·lb).