Rifle
150 grain
300 RUGER COMPACT MAGNUM Ballistics
BC: 0.41 · 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
300 RUGER COMPACT MAGNUM Overview
The300 RUGER COMPACT MAGNUMis a rifle cartridge firing a 150 grain bullet with a ballistic coefficient of 0.41. At the muzzle, it produces 3265 fps velocity and 3550 ft-lbs of energy.
Ballistics Table
| Distance | Velocity (fps) | Energy (ft-lbs) | Bullet Drop (in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 3265 | 3550 | 0.0 |
| 100 yards | 3020 | 3037 | -0.7 |
| 200 yards | 2789 | 2590 | -2.3 |
Performance Analysis
With a muzzle velocity of3265 fpsand muzzle energy of3550 ft-lbs, the 300 RUGER COMPACT MAGNUM is a powerful cartridge suitable for large game at reasonable distances.
The ballistic coefficient of0.41indicates 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 300 RUGER COMPACT MAGNUM retains 85.4% of its initial velocity and 73.0% of its muzzle energy.
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