Lindcott Armory Compare / .356 Winchester vs .375 Winchester
Cartridge comparison
.356 Winchester vs .375 Winchester
.356 Winchester is faster (2,460 vs 2,400 fps); .356 Winchester carries more energy (3,353 vs 3,198 ft·lb); .375 Winchester recoils less.
.356 Winchester →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
.375 Winchester →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| .356 Winchester | .375 Winchester | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 1982 | 1978 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.358″ | 0.375″ |
| Case length | 2.016″ | 2.02″ |
| Velocity | 2,160–2,460 fps | 2,200–2,400 fps |
| Energy | 2,072–3,353 ft·lb | 2,150–3,198 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 52,000 psi | 52,000 psi |
| Recoil | 20–28 ft·lb | 12–18 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 250 yd | 200 yd |
FAQs
- Is .356 Winchester faster than .375 Winchester?
- .356 Winchester is faster — up to 2,460 fps versus 2,400 fps.
- Does .356 Winchester hit harder than .375 Winchester?
- .356 Winchester carries more muzzle energy (3,353 vs 3,198 ft·lb).