Lindcott Armory Compare / .338 RCM vs .416 Ruger
Cartridge comparison
.338 RCM vs .416 Ruger
.338 RCM is faster (2,850 vs 2,400 fps); .416 Ruger carries more energy (5,116 vs 4,510 ft·lb); .338 RCM recoils less.
.338 RCM →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
.416 Ruger →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| .338 RCM | .416 Ruger | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 2008 | 2008 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.338″ | 0.416″ |
| Case length | 2.1″ | 2.58″ |
| Velocity | 2,600–2,850 fps | 2,400 fps |
| Energy | 3,004–4,510 ft·lb | 5,116 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 65,000 psi | 62,000 psi |
| Recoil | 15–22 ft·lb | 55–75 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 350 yd | 200 yd |
FAQs
- Is .338 RCM faster than .416 Ruger?
- .338 RCM is faster — up to 2,850 fps versus 2,400 fps.
- Does .338 RCM hit harder than .416 Ruger?
- .416 Ruger carries more muzzle energy (5,116 vs 4,510 ft·lb).