Lindcott Armory Compare / .325 WSM vs 8mm Remington Magnum
Cartridge comparison
.325 WSM vs 8mm Remington Magnum
8mm Remington Magnum is faster (3,110 vs 3,060 fps); 8mm Remington Magnum carries more energy (4,712 vs 4,561 ft·lb).
.325 WSM →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
8mm Remington Magnum →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| .325 WSM | 8mm Remington Magnum | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 2005 | 1978 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.323″ | 0.323″ |
| Case length | 2.1″ | 2.85″ |
| Velocity | 2,840–3,060 fps | 2,800–3,110 fps |
| Energy | 3,224–4,561 ft·lb | 3,220–4,712 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 65,000 psi | 65,000 psi |
| Recoil | 20–30 ft·lb | 20–30 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 400 yd | 400 yd |
FAQs
- Is .325 WSM faster than 8mm Remington Magnum?
- 8mm Remington Magnum is faster — up to 3,110 fps versus 3,060 fps.
- Does .325 WSM hit harder than 8mm Remington Magnum?
- 8mm Remington Magnum carries more muzzle energy (4,712 vs 4,561 ft·lb).