Rifle
140 grain
270 WINCHESTER SHORT MAGNUM Ballistics
BC: 0.472 · elk, moose, bear, large game
Key Performance Data
Muzzle Velocity
Muzzle Energy
Ballistic Coefficient
Bullet Drop
Velocity & Energy at Distance
Muzzle
100 yds
200 yds
Muzzle
100 yds
200 yds
270 WINCHESTER SHORT MAGNUM Overview
The270 WINCHESTER SHORT MAGNUMis a rifle cartridge firing a 140 grain bullet with a ballistic coefficient of 0.472. At the muzzle, it produces 3200 fps velocity and 3184 ft-lbs of energy.
Ballistics Table
| Distance | Velocity (fps) | Energy (ft-lbs) | Bullet Drop (in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 3200 | 3184 | 0.0 |
| 100 yards | 2989 | 2778 | -0.7 |
| 200 yards | 2789 | 2418 | -2.4 |
Performance Analysis
With a muzzle velocity of3200 fpsand muzzle energy of3184 ft-lbs, the 270 WINCHESTER SHORT MAGNUM is a powerful cartridge suitable for large game at reasonable distances.
The ballistic coefficient of0.472indicates excellent aerodynamic efficiency for long-range shooting.
Suitable Applications
This cartridge is commonly used for: elk, moose, bear, large game.
Velocity Retention
From muzzle to 200 yards, the 270 WINCHESTER SHORT MAGNUM retains 87.2% of its initial velocity and 75.9% of its muzzle energy.
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