Cartridge comparison
.375 H&H Magnum vs .400/375 Belted Nitro Express
.375 H&H Magnum and .400/375 Belted Nitro Express are both in the reference; see the full spec comparison below.
.375 H&H Magnum2,530 fps
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Velocity only, no drag model: this is the shape gravity alone gives the advertised velocity. Drag would steepen it. The tool below solves real loads through their published G1 or G7 model.
Open in Ballistic CompareSide by side
| .375 H&H Magnum | .400/375 Belted Nitro Express | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 1912 | 1905 |
| Bullet diameter | 0.375″ | 0.375″ |
| Case length | 2.85″ | 2.5″ |
| Velocity | 2,530 fps | — |
| Energy | 4,263 ft·lb | — |
| Max pressure | 62,000 psi | — |
| Recoil | 40–55 ft·lb | — |
| Effective range | 400 yd | 200 yd |
Highlighted cells hold the clear edge where both sides have a number. Every figure is a range maximum from the reference; typical loads run lower.
Case profiles, to scale
Drawn to the same scale, so the proportions are true. Physical size varies with your screen.