Lindcott Armory Compare / .416 Barrett vs .510 DTC EUROP
Cartridge comparison
.416 Barrett vs .510 DTC EUROP
.416 Barrett is faster (3,250 vs 3,000 fps); .510 DTC EUROP carries more energy (15,000 vs 9,800 ft·lb); .416 Barrett recoils less.
.416 Barrett →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–1000 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
.510 DTC EUROP →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| .416 Barrett | .510 DTC EUROP | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 2005 | 2003 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.416″ | 0.51″ |
| Case length | 3.268″ | 3.898″ |
| Velocity | 3,000–3,250 fps | 2,800–3,000 fps |
| Energy | 8,200–9,800 ft·lb | 13,000–15,000 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 65,000 psi | 55,000 psi |
| Recoil | 55–75 ft·lb | 60–80 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 2500 yd | 2500 yd |
FAQs
- Is .416 Barrett faster than .510 DTC EUROP?
- .416 Barrett is faster — up to 3,250 fps versus 3,000 fps.
- Does .416 Barrett hit harder than .510 DTC EUROP?
- .510 DTC EUROP carries more muzzle energy (15,000 vs 9,800 ft·lb).