Lindcott Armory Compare / .308 Winchester vs 7.5x55mm Swiss
Cartridge comparison
.308 Winchester vs 7.5x55mm Swiss
.308 Winchester is faster (2,850 vs 2,750 fps); 7.5x55mm Swiss carries more energy (2,850 vs 2,700 ft·lb); 7.5x55mm Swiss recoils less.
.308 Winchester →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
7.5x55mm Swiss →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| .308 Winchester | 7.5x55mm Swiss | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 1952 | 1911 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.308″ | 0.308″ |
| Case length | 2.015″ | 2.165″ |
| Velocity | 2,600–2,850 fps | 2,550–2,750 fps |
| Energy | 2,400–2,700 ft·lb | 2,450–2,850 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 62,000 psi | 56,000 psi |
| Recoil | 15–20 ft·lb | 12–16 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 800 yd | 1000 yd |
FAQs
- Is .308 Winchester faster than 7.5x55mm Swiss?
- .308 Winchester is faster — up to 2,850 fps versus 2,750 fps.
- Does .308 Winchester hit harder than 7.5x55mm Swiss?
- 7.5x55mm Swiss carries more muzzle energy (2,850 vs 2,700 ft·lb).