Rifle
325 grain
450 MARLIN Ballistics
BC: 0.23 · 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
450 MARLIN Overview
The450 MARLINis a rifle cartridge firing a 325 grain bullet with a ballistic coefficient of 0.23. At the muzzle, it produces 2225 fps velocity and 3572 ft-lbs of energy.
Ballistics Table
| Distance | Velocity (fps) | Energy (ft-lbs) | Bullet Drop (in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 2225 | 3572 | 0.0 |
| 100 yards | 1887 | 2570 | -2.7 |
| 200 yards | 1587 | 1816 | -8.4 |
Performance Analysis
With a muzzle velocity of2225 fpsand muzzle energy of3572 ft-lbs, the 450 MARLIN is a powerful cartridge suitable for large game at reasonable distances.
The ballistic coefficient of0.23is 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 450 MARLIN retains 71.3% of its initial velocity and 50.8% of its muzzle energy.
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