Rifle
180 grain
325 WINCHESTER SHORT MAGNUM Ballistics
BC: 0.439 · 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
325 WINCHESTER SHORT MAGNUM Overview
The325 WINCHESTER SHORT MAGNUMis a rifle cartridge firing a 180 grain bullet with a ballistic coefficient of 0.439. At the muzzle, it produces 3060 fps velocity and 3743 ft-lbs of energy.
Ballistics Table
| Distance | Velocity (fps) | Energy (ft-lbs) | Bullet Drop (in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 3060 | 3743 | 0.0 |
| 100 yards | 2841 | 3226 | -0.8 |
| 200 yards | 2633 | 2772 | -2.8 |
Performance Analysis
With a muzzle velocity of3060 fpsand muzzle energy of3743 ft-lbs, the 325 WINCHESTER SHORT MAGNUM is a powerful cartridge suitable for large game at reasonable distances.
The ballistic coefficient of0.439indicates 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 325 WINCHESTER SHORT MAGNUM retains 86.0% of its initial velocity and 74.1% of its muzzle energy.
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