Lindcott Armory Compare / .348 Winchester vs .358 Winchester
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.348 Winchester vs .358 Winchester
.358 Winchester is faster (2,600 vs 2,560 fps); .348 Winchester carries more energy (3,640 vs 3,250 ft·lb); .348 Winchester recoils less.
.348 Winchester →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
.358 Winchester →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| .348 Winchester | .358 Winchester | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 1936 | 1955 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.348″ | 0.358″ |
| Case length | 2.255″ | 2.015″ |
| Velocity | 2,350–2,560 fps | 2,200–2,600 fps |
| Energy | 2,745–3,640 ft·lb | 2,150–3,250 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 40,000 psi | 60,000 psi |
| Recoil | 8–12 ft·lb | 22–30 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 250 yd | 300 yd |
FAQs
- Is .348 Winchester faster than .358 Winchester?
- .358 Winchester is faster — up to 2,600 fps versus 2,560 fps.
- Does .348 Winchester hit harder than .358 Winchester?
- .348 Winchester carries more muzzle energy (3,640 vs 3,250 ft·lb).