Rifle
150 grain
300 WEATHERBY MAGNUM Ballistics
BC: 0.387 · 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 WEATHERBY MAGNUM Overview
The300 WEATHERBY MAGNUMis a rifle cartridge firing a 150 grain bullet with a ballistic coefficient of 0.387. At the muzzle, it produces 3540 fps velocity and 4174 ft-lbs of energy.
Ballistics Table
| Distance | Velocity (fps) | Energy (ft-lbs) | Bullet Drop (in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 3540 | 4174 | 0.0 |
| 100 yards | 3263 | 3547 | -0.5 |
| 200 yards | 3005 | 3007 | -1.8 |
Performance Analysis
With a muzzle velocity of3540 fpsand muzzle energy of4174 ft-lbs, the 300 WEATHERBY MAGNUM is a powerful cartridge suitable for large game at reasonable distances.
The ballistic coefficient of0.387provides good performance at typical shooting distances.
Suitable Applications
This cartridge is commonly used for: elk, moose, bear, large game.
Velocity Retention
From muzzle to 200 yards, the 300 WEATHERBY MAGNUM retains 84.9% of its initial velocity and 72.0% of its muzzle energy.
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