Rifle
265 grain
444 MARLIN Ballistics
BC: 0.225 · 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
444 MARLIN Overview
The444 MARLINis a rifle cartridge firing a 265 grain bullet with a ballistic coefficient of 0.225. At the muzzle, it produces 2325 fps velocity and 3180 ft-lbs of energy.
Ballistics Table
| Distance | Velocity (fps) | Energy (ft-lbs) | Bullet Drop (in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 2325 | 3180 | 0.0 |
| 100 yards | 1971 | 2286 | -2.4 |
| 200 yards | 1654 | 1609 | -7.5 |
Performance Analysis
With a muzzle velocity of2325 fpsand muzzle energy of3180 ft-lbs, the 444 MARLIN is a powerful cartridge suitable for large game at reasonable distances.
The ballistic coefficient of0.225is typical for this class of cartridge.
Suitable Applications
This cartridge is commonly used for: elk, moose, bear, large game.
Velocity Retention
From muzzle to 200 yards, the 444 MARLIN retains 71.1% of its initial velocity and 50.6% of its muzzle energy.
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