Rifle
500 grain
458 WINCHESTER MAGNUM Ballistics
BC: 0.295 · 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
458 WINCHESTER MAGNUM Overview
The458 WINCHESTER MAGNUMis a rifle cartridge firing a 500 grain bullet with a ballistic coefficient of 0.295. At the muzzle, it produces 2140 fps velocity and 5084 ft-lbs of energy.
Ballistics Table
| Distance | Velocity (fps) | Energy (ft-lbs) | Bullet Drop (in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 2140 | 5084 | 0.0 |
| 100 yards | 1880 | 3924 | -2.8 |
| 200 yards | 1643 | 2996 | -8.4 |
Performance Analysis
With a muzzle velocity of2140 fpsand muzzle energy of5084 ft-lbs, the 458 WINCHESTER MAGNUM is a powerful cartridge suitable for large game at reasonable distances.
The ballistic coefficient of0.295provides 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 458 WINCHESTER MAGNUM retains 76.8% of its initial velocity and 58.9% of its muzzle energy.
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