Lindcott Armory Compare / .338 Winchester Magnum vs 8x68mm S
Cartridge comparison
.338 Winchester Magnum vs 8x68mm S
8x68mm S is faster (3,150 vs 2,900 fps); 8x68mm S carries more energy (4,200 vs 4,000 ft·lb); 8x68mm S recoils less.
.338 Winchester Magnum →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
8x68mm S →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| .338 Winchester Magnum | 8x68mm S | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 1958 | 1939 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.338″ | 0.323″ |
| Case length | 2.5″ | 2.677″ |
| Velocity | 2,400–2,900 fps | 2,900–3,150 fps |
| Energy | 2,560–4,000 ft·lb | 3,700–4,200 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 64,000 psi | 63,817 psi |
| Recoil | 20–28 ft·lb | 14–18 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 600 yd | 600 yd |
FAQs
- Is .338 Winchester Magnum faster than 8x68mm S?
- 8x68mm S is faster — up to 3,150 fps versus 2,900 fps.
- Does .338 Winchester Magnum hit harder than 8x68mm S?
- 8x68mm S carries more muzzle energy (4,200 vs 4,000 ft·lb).