Lindcott Armory Compare / 6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum vs 6.5 PRC
Cartridge comparison
6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum vs 6.5 PRC
6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum is faster (3,531 vs 2,960 fps); 6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum carries more energy (3,507 vs 2,782 ft·lb); 6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum recoils less.
6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–1000 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
6.5 PRC →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| 6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum | 6.5 PRC | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 2016 | 2018 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.264″ | 0.264″ |
| Case length | 2.825″ | 2.03″ |
| Velocity | 3,200–3,531 fps | 2,850–2,960 fps |
| Energy | 3,037–3,507 ft·lb | 2,600–2,782 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 65,000 psi | 65,000 psi |
| Recoil | 6–9 ft·lb | 16–22 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 700 yd | 1200 yd |
FAQs
- Is 6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum faster than 6.5 PRC?
- 6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum is faster — up to 3,531 fps versus 2,960 fps.
- Does 6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum hit harder than 6.5 PRC?
- 6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum carries more muzzle energy (3,507 vs 2,782 ft·lb).