Rifle
150 grain
308 MARLIN EXPRESS Ballistics
BC: 0.193 · deer, elk, medium-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
308 MARLIN EXPRESS Overview
The308 MARLIN EXPRESSis a rifle cartridge firing a 150 grain bullet with a ballistic coefficient of 0.193. At the muzzle, it produces 2725 fps velocity and 2473 ft-lbs of energy.
Ballistics Table
| Distance | Velocity (fps) | Energy (ft-lbs) | Bullet Drop (in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 2725 | 2473 | 0.0 |
| 100 yards | 2276 | 1725 | -1.6 |
| 200 yards | 1873 | 1168 | -5.3 |
Performance Analysis
With a muzzle velocity of2725 fpsand muzzle energy of2473 ft-lbs, the 308 MARLIN EXPRESS is a powerful cartridge suitable for large game at reasonable distances.
The ballistic coefficient of0.193is typical for this class of cartridge.
Suitable Applications
This cartridge is commonly used for: deer, elk, medium-large game.
Velocity Retention
From muzzle to 200 yards, the 308 MARLIN EXPRESS retains 68.7% of its initial velocity and 47.2% of its muzzle energy.
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