Lindcott Armory Compare / 6.8 Western vs 7mm PRC
Cartridge comparison
6.8 Western vs 7mm PRC
7mm PRC is faster (3,100 vs 2,970 fps); 7mm PRC carries more energy (3,720 vs 3,231 ft·lb); 6.8 Western recoils less.
6.8 Western →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
7mm PRC →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| 6.8 Western | 7mm PRC | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 2021 | 2022 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.277″ | 0.284″ |
| Case length | 2.02″ | 2.28″ |
| Velocity | 2,700–2,970 fps | 2,800–3,100 fps |
| Energy | 2,622–3,231 ft·lb | 2,785–3,720 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 65,000 psi | 65,000 psi |
| Recoil | 12–16 ft·lb | 17–24 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 1000 yd | 1000 yd |
FAQs
- Is 6.8 Western faster than 7mm PRC?
- 7mm PRC is faster — up to 3,100 fps versus 2,970 fps.
- Does 6.8 Western hit harder than 7mm PRC?
- 7mm PRC carries more muzzle energy (3,720 vs 3,231 ft·lb).