Lindcott Armory Compare / .303 Magnum vs .375 H&H Magnum
Cartridge comparison
.303 Magnum vs .375 H&H Magnum
.303 Magnum is faster (2,900 vs 2,700 fps); .375 H&H Magnum carries more energy (4,900 vs 3,358 ft·lb); .303 Magnum recoils less.
.303 Magnum →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
.375 H&H Magnum →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| .303 Magnum | .375 H&H Magnum | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 1896 | 1912 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.312″ | 0.375″ |
| Case length | 2.85″ | 2.85″ |
| Velocity | 2,600–2,900 fps | 2,400–2,700 fps |
| Energy | 2,252–3,358 ft·lb | 4,000–4,900 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 48,000 psi | 62,000 psi |
| Recoil | 18–25 ft·lb | 40–55 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 500 yd | 400 yd |
FAQs
- Is .303 Magnum faster than .375 H&H Magnum?
- .303 Magnum is faster — up to 2,900 fps versus 2,700 fps.
- Does .303 Magnum hit harder than .375 H&H Magnum?
- .375 H&H Magnum carries more muzzle energy (4,900 vs 3,358 ft·lb).