Lindcott Armory Compare / .300 Winchester Magnum vs 8x68mm S
Cartridge comparison
.300 Winchester Magnum vs 8x68mm S
.300 Winchester Magnum is faster (3,290 vs 3,150 fps); 8x68mm S carries more energy (4,200 vs 3,800 ft·lb); 8x68mm S recoils less.
.300 Winchester Magnum →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–1000 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
8x68mm S →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| .300 Winchester Magnum | 8x68mm S | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 1963 | 1939 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.308″ | 0.323″ |
| Case length | 2.62″ | 2.677″ |
| Velocity | 2,825–3,290 fps | 2,900–3,150 fps |
| Energy | 3,200–3,800 ft·lb | 3,700–4,200 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 64,000 psi | 63,817 psi |
| Recoil | 25–38 ft·lb | 14–18 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 1200 yd | 600 yd |
FAQs
- Is .300 Winchester Magnum faster than 8x68mm S?
- .300 Winchester Magnum is faster — up to 3,290 fps versus 3,150 fps.
- Does .300 Winchester Magnum hit harder than 8x68mm S?
- 8x68mm S carries more muzzle energy (4,200 vs 3,800 ft·lb).