Rifle
300 grain
378 WEATHERBY MAGNUM Ballistics
BC: 0.275 · 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
378 WEATHERBY MAGNUM Overview
The378 WEATHERBY MAGNUMis a rifle cartridge firing a 300 grain bullet with a ballistic coefficient of 0.275. At the muzzle, it produces 2925 fps velocity and 5694 ft-lbs of energy.
Ballistics Table
| Distance | Velocity (fps) | Energy (ft-lbs) | Bullet Drop (in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 2925 | 5694 | 0.0 |
| 100 yards | 2591 | 4472 | -1.1 |
| 200 yards | 2281 | 3466 | -3.7 |
Performance Analysis
With a muzzle velocity of2925 fpsand muzzle energy of5694 ft-lbs, the 378 WEATHERBY MAGNUM is a powerful cartridge suitable for large game at reasonable distances.
The ballistic coefficient of0.275provides 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 378 WEATHERBY MAGNUM retains 78.0% of its initial velocity and 60.9% of its muzzle energy.
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