This means, 28 Nosler requires less powder charge than 300 Win Mag. From a comfortable and easy-to-use magazine loader to many more. The more energy the bullet hits the target with, the more damage it can cause. Sold the 28-Nosler because it was built on an R700 and I like Mark V. Have not taken game with the 308/26-Nosler (slightly different from the 30-Nosler) I prefer 300Wby to WM. Barrel Length: 24. A muzzle brake absorbs the recoil which doesnt charge any big toll on the shooter. The resulting flame touches not only the base of the bullet, but the rifling as well. Remember: there are certain 28 Nosler loads that have an additional 300-400ft-lbs of kinetic energy than comparable 300 Win Mag loads out at several hundred yards. For this comparison, we will analyze two popular options for each cartridge. This is especially true with the high velocity/high BC 175gr AccuBond Long Range load for the 28 Nosler. One difference between these two cartridges is how each headspaces in the chamber. This is not unusual though. Neither are really good options for a truly compact rifle, but a 300 Win Mag with a 24 barrel will be a little easier to handle than a 28 Nosler rifle with a 26 barrel. Do not make the mistake of thinking that the 300 Win Mag has an arching trajectory, as the 300 WM has a flatter trajectory than the 6.5 Creedmoor. however, the performance also depends on whether youre going with glass bedding or free-floating. Of the bullets evaluated previously, the 7mm 175 gr Accubond Long Range has the highest BC measured at 0.648 while the 160 gr Ballistic Tip bullet measured a respectable 0.531. However, a person with the right shooting skills who wanted to extend their effective range by a another couple hundred yards would be well served by the 28 Nosler. Seems the 30 nosler with factory ammo is pushing a 180gr at 3200 (nosler ammo) and a quick glance at hornady shows 300 win mag at 3130 fps with a 180gr. On the other hand, the 28 Nosler currently only has factory ammo available from Nosler, Hornady, and Browning. Well-known member Joined May 8, 2002 Messages 4,059 Location Rochester, Washington Recoil of the 300 WSM should be pretty much the same as the 300 Win Mag. Longest history and the most data and brass availability. On the contrary, 150-180 grain bullets in 300 Win Mag can hold up to 1000 rounds. However, you can also vacuum seal your ammo to increase longevity. There is quite an ethical question of taking a shot at a game animal at longer ranges, as small miscalculations can result in wounding the poor beast and prolonging its suffering. Given these criteria, the 28 Nosler will have a free recoil of 34 ft-lbs while the 300 Winchester Magnum will have 29 ft-lbs of free recoil. The 300 PRC fires heavier bullets between 190 and 225 gr while the 28 Nosler fires lighter bullets typically between 160 and 185 grains. Even though the 300 Win Mag loads used in this comparison (aside from the 165gr load) fire heavier bullets, their slower muzzle velocity results in a more arching trajectory and (for the most part) less kinetic energy at all ranges. Are you looking for the cartridge better suited for long range hunting for game like mule deer or pronghorn antelope in open country where you might need to take a shot at several hundred yards? Dont underestimate the impact that recoil has on the ability of a person to shoot accurately either. But based on the usage, grains, the barrel life could vary. Basically, almost every popular centerfire rifle in current production is available in 300 Winchester Magnum. It offers superior performance to the traditional 300 Win Mag thanks to its higher velocity and improved ballistic coefficient. The 28 Nosler will have about 16% more recoil in the same weight rifle. That extra couple of inches in overall length of a rifle can be a real headache to deal with when trying to quickly and quietly maneuver for a shot. Barrel Life. I used ShootersCalculator.com to compare trajectory and recoil for the cartridges. Another thing you can do to increase the barrel life is to brown your barrel. The bottom line is that most hunters should not experience any appreciable difference in accuracy for multiple seasons, but if a high-volume shooter or hunter is concerned about barrel life then a 300 WM barrel will typically last longer. These will help you choose the one youre looking for. The Nosler AccuBond Long Range loads use heavy for caliber, very high BC bullets for each cartridge and the Partition loads use heavy for caliber, very tough bullets with a lower BC for each cartridge. The 27 Nosler case has 42% more case capacity than the 270 Winchester, 25% more than the 270 WSM and 12.5% more than the 270 Weatherby. It should be noted that both cartridges have heavy recoil, as anything over 20 ft-lbs is considered uncomfortable for some shooters. Though we will not debate the ethics of long range hunting here, our advice is that you spend ample time at the range practicing at the distances you expect to shoot. The 28 nosler not too far behind. Now you may ask, why are we talking only about H1000 powder? Both cartridges draw their heritage from rounds designed to hunt large or dangerous game. Mar 29, 2013 1,317 2,066 USA. Instead, this semi-auto 300 Win Mag rifle is best for hunters who want a rapid follow up shot on game at closer range and it will work great in that role. So lets see what windage has to say! 300 PRC: Bertram = 89 gr. Your confusion regarding these cartridges should be cleared by now. First, its available in the Federal Terminal Ascent line loaded with a 155gr Terminal Ascent bullet and the Hornady Precision Hunter line loaded with 162gr ELD-X bullet. The 300 WM typically fires bullets between 150 and 220 grains while the 28 Nosler fires bullet weights between 160 and 185 grains. The most common comparison is 28 Nosler vs 300 Win Mag, because they're both popular in North America and are kissing cousins as far as bullet diameter goes. In Laymans terms, load data means how much grain of powder charge your cartridge will need in order to acquire the maximum performance. Mag. To increase your barrels lifespan, its best to run either factory ammo or handloads below maximum charge. Built using a modified .338 Winchester Magnum case necked down to use a .30 caliber bullet, the .300 Winchester Magnum basically duplicatedthe performance of the other fast .30 caliber cartridges of the day like the .308 Norma and .300 H&H Magnum. The 300 Winchester Magnum is a classic hunting cartridge that has putting deer and elk in the freezer since the 1960s. On the other hand, 20 rounds of 28 Nosler will charge you $70-100. Having a shorter and lighter rifle is more important on some hunts than on others. Not even with the suppressor cover on. ADG = 101 gr. Well, it is not weird at all. But both of them have an almost close drop rate. Most military sniper rifles use 0.30 inches (7.62 mm) caliber cartridges. First, with 1,617 ft-lbs of retained energy out at 800 yards, its the only load of the 7 that still surpasses the 1,500 ft-lbs of energy minimum many people consider a good rule of thumb for elk hunting. For a sub-MOA barrel, many shooters report a loss in peak accuracy for 28 Nosler around the 800-round mark, while a 300 Win Mag barrel can maintain superb accuracy between 1,000 and 1,500 rounds depending on your load. Now lets explore the world of these two popular cartridges! That 400-500fps difference in muzzle velocity is a BIG difference and the results are stark. The potential for flinching is also an issue for cartridges with heavy recoil. 28 Nosler vs 300 Win Mag Review & Comparison Big Game Hunting Blog 13.2K subscribers Subscribe 6K views 4 months ago To learn more about popular calibers like the 28 Nosler and 300. The higher powder charges used for the 28 Nosler means that the 300 Win Mag will generally have less recoil. A favorite of big game hunters, the 300 Win Mag is also favored by long range precision rifle shooters who regularly take the cartridge to 1,000 yards and beyond. Too much overlap there so that idea got scrapped. This will help you take a look at the main features briefly.Feature28 Nosler300 Win MagMuzzle Velocity3125 fps3084 fpsSupersonic Range1750 yards1650 yardsDrop RateLessMoreTerminal EnergyMoreLessWindageLessMoreRecoil30 ft-lbs25 ft-lbsBarrel Life700-900 rounds1000-1500 rounds. For instance, the 28 Nosler most often uses bullets in the 150-185gr range in factory loads. Almost any gun or sporting goods store will have a wide variety of .300 Winchester Magnum ammo in stock. Finally, Nosler produces 28 Nosler ammo in the Nosler Trophy Grade line loaded with a 160gr AccuBond Bullet, the Nosler Trophy Grade Partition line with a 160gr Partition bullet, the Nosler E-Tip line loaded with a 150gr E-Tip bullet, the Nosler Ballistic Tip Line with a 160 grain Ballistic Tip bullet, and the Nosler Trophy Grade Long Range line loaded with a 175gr AccuBond Long Range bullet. Many hunters will opt for a muzzle brake to help mitigate the felt recoil of both cartridges and some hunting rifles come with them installed directly from the factory. Since theyre descended from different cartridges (the 375 H&H belted magnum for the 300 Win Mag and the beltless 404 Jeffrey for the 28 Nosler), the 300 Winchester Magnum uses a belted case while the 28 Nosler has a beltless case. Here goes the comparison between 300 Win Mag and 28 Nosler load data. Why not the others? With it, you can use 120gr in the morning on deer and 180gr in the evening hunt on elk. Theres nothing wrong with using either cartridge on deer inside of 200 yards, but both are really more gun than you need for that sort of work though. You can't go wrong either way. But in most cases, it has been proven that suppressors dont affect the velocity of the bullet. While the 28 Nosler is a newer and more specialized cartridge that does offer certain advantages over the 300 Win Mag in some aspects, few hunters really need the extra capability offered by the cartridge and theres still not a darn thing wrong with the 300 Win Mag either. That time period saw a flood of new centerfire rifle cartridges like the .223 Remington, .243 Winchester, .280 Remington, and .308 Winchester. Load data is the amount of grain of powder charge your cartridge needs for maximum performance. The 300 Win Mag loads use 165gr CX (.440 BC), 190gr AccuBond Long Range (.597 BC), 200gr Partition (.481 BC), and 200gr Terminal Ascent (.608 BC) bullets. Unlike those other .30 caliber magnums though, the .300 Win Mag utilized a shorter case that fit in a standard length rifle action like the other new Winchester belted magnums as well as the 7mm Remington Magnum. Because of the flat trajectory, it will hit the target with great precision. The 28 Nosler uses .284 diameter bullets while the 300 Win Mag uses larger .308 bullets. It reaches 3,250 fps with a 180-grain bullet and a 26-inch barrel. The 33 Nosler is capable of propelling a 225gr AccuBond at 3025 fps and the brand new 265gr AccuBond Long Range at 2775 fps. The rule of thumb is, the bullet will hit the target with terminal energy as long its running at supersonic speed. There are also two semi-automatic options available for the 300 Win Mag in the Browning BAR and the Nemo Omen, which is an AR pattern rifle. Topped with a 3-10X 40 mm Nightforce SHV riflescope, a Nosler Model 48 Patriot rifle chambered in .28 Nosler is capable of taking most of the world's big gamewith real long . but 28 Nosler bullets acquire a 252,000 RPM twist rate. All other things being equal, the 300 Win Mag will probably have better barrel life than the 28 Nosler. The popularity of the 300 Win Mag and ammo availability cannot be understated, as there is no worse feeling then going out to the range and not having ammo available to shoot with. In contrast, the 28 Nosler is more expensive to shoot as the least expensive ammo from Nosler runs around $3/round. However, if youre one of those people who like to start with the end result then you can directly move to our What We Think section. Apple | Google | iHeart |Spotify| Stitcher. Case capacity information for the 300 Win Mag and 28 Nosler was obtained fromChuck Hawks and Nosler. Its a whole lot easier to correct for bullet drop these days using a laser rangefinder and an adjustable scope turret than it is to estimate the correct wind direction and speed to calculate a wind hold. This holds true for both the 300 Winchester Magnum and the 28 Nosler. On the other hand, the 300 Win Mag commonly uses bullets in the 150-220 grain range with 150 grain, 165 grain, 180 grain, 190 grain, and 200 grain bullets being most common. One of the most prominent differences between the two is that the 28 Nosler fires a bullet diameter of 7.2mm or 0.284 while the 300 Win Mag fires the more common 30-caliber or 0.308 diameter bullets. For serious target shooters, this can be a concern. One of the major benefits of 7mm bullets is there incredibly high ballistic coefficients. So, we will compare the ballistics against the features of the International Standard Atmosphere (ISA). If you frequent any shooting or hunting forums, you are likely aware that comparing ballistics of different factory ammo is a real thread starter. Grafs has Peterson brass on a regular basis. The 28 Nosler is the clear winner for a hunter looking for a really good cartridge for use on bigger game, especially at extended range. Same weight bullet, same velocity = same recoil. The 28 Nosler will also have a shorter barrel life which may or may not be an issue. Fulton Swing Tongue Failure What To Do Now? Savage, Bergara, Browning and Christensen are the primary manufacturers of factory rifles for the 28 Nosler, all of which will cost you over $1,000 or more. Some manufacturers like to use a longer barrel to slightly pad their numbers to make their round look better. Mag. Everything else being equal, the smaller diameter 7mm bullets the 28 Nosler uses have a higher ballistic coefficient and a higher sectional density than the larger diameter bullets of the same weight from the .300 Winchester Magnum. The main difference between the 300 Winchester Magnum and the 28 Nosler is the bullet size each rifle cartridge fires. When it comes to rifle options, the 300 Win Mag continues its dominance as a multitude of bolt-action rifles are available in the caliber. For instance, the .284 175gr AccuBond Long Range used by the 28 Nosler has a BC of .648. That bullet has a G1 BC of .648, which outclasses the .30 caliber 190 grain Nosler AccuBond Long Range & .30 caliber 200 grain Hornady ELD-X (both have a G1 BC of .597) as well as the .30 caliber 200 grain Federal Terminal Ascent (G1 BC of .608). Not surprisingly, the flat shooting and hard hitting 28 Nosler is a favorite among hunters after big game like elk who want a cartridge that offers excellent performance at extended range. 300 Win Mag: Nosler = 95 gr. Additionally, this recoil can be mitigated to a certain extent with the use of a suppressor, muzzle brake, or a good recoil pad. All three of those cartridges utilized a .375 H&H Magnum case necked down (or up, in the case of the .458 Win Mag) andshortened from 2.85 to 2.5 long. The 300 Win Mag fires the popular 0.308 diameter bullet, which is also used by the 308 Winchester, 30-06 Springfield, 300WSM, and 300 PRC. So the extra recoil of the 28 Nosler isnt necessarily a deal breaker for many people. That said, this is an area where the 28 Nosler really starts to shine. It also uses one of the lightest bullet weights available in a factory load for that cartridge (Nosler makes a 150gr E-Tip load thats a tiny bit lighter, and almost as flat shooting). Maximum pressure and data to compare cartridge sizes for the 28 Nosler and 300 Win Mag were obtained from SAAMI (p28, p30, p87, and p105). Load Data. The 175 gr Accubond has the highest SD at 0.310 followed closely by the 200 gr ELD-X at 0.301. 28 Nosler, 3,200 fps from 26" bl., 88-grs. even when pushed to its absolute limits and that's being done to see the chrono numbers people are showing and being done with powder that most aren't comfortable with ( still a really good powder), and simply put I'm not buying them nearing 3200 or over with a 195 Interestingly, that particular 28 Nosler Terminal Ascent loading is the flattest shooting 28 Nosler factory load currently available. This is higher than the .308 190gr AccuBond Long Range (.597 BC) and the 200gr Terminal Ascent (.608). Because the wind will change the trajectory in an angular perspective. When the wind speed is 10mph, youll never hit the point of target. I do not recommend either of these cartridges for actually hunting the big bears (or other species of dangerous game like cape buffalo), though they will work on the big bears in a pinch. The 300 Win Mag offers shooters an extreme amount of versatility, as there are lighter loads for deer and general target shooting, while heavier loads are available for elk hunting and long range precision shooting. The rounds selected for the free recoil comparison are the 175 gr Accubond Long Range traveling at 3,125 fps for 28 Nosler and the Hornady 180 gr CX polymer tipped bullet with a muzzle velocity of 2,960 fps for 300 Win Mag. The result is an offering from Nosler that redefines performance as radically now as the 270 Winchester did upon its introduction in 1925. Both cartridges have almost the same case capacity, with the 300 WM having slightly higher capacity at 93.8 gr compared to 93 gr for the 28 Nosler. As a result, 300 Win Mag starts losing more energy compared to the 28 Nosler. The 300 Win Mag Terminal Ascent load uses a very heavy, high BC bullet, while the 28 Nosler Terminal Ascent load uses a relatively lighter for caliber (but still pretty high BC) bullet. Those who want extremely tight groups for long range shooting are probably going to want to change their barrel out sooner than those with slightly lower standards. Nosler Ballistic Tip always looks good. Both 28 Nosler and 300 Win Mag bullet drops are almost the same in the initial phase. The differences between these cartridges become even more apparent at longer range, which is illustrated in the table below for those same loads at 600-800 yards. There's more commercial options for ammo for the 300 WM than the 28 Nosler. However, 300 Win Mag has less recoil and better barrel life. If youre an expert in this field, youve probably got your winner already. 28 Nosler vs 300 Win Mag Hunting Cartridge Comparison by Ammo.com. Just got some Peterson 300 WM "Long" brass to try. This will adjust for the wind speed. This means that all the additional heat is focused on a smaller area which increases erosion of the rifling. Next, while the 155gr Terminal Ascent load does have the flattest trajectory, 1 of difference in bullet drop at 800 yards between that load and the 175gr AccuBond Long Range is absolutely miniscule. The Big Game Hunting Blog is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com, Amazon.co.uk, Amazon.ca, Amazon.com.au, and other Amazon stores worldwide. Also, letting the barrel return to ambient temperature, after each shot can extend the barrel life. Like the 26 Nosler, the 28 Nosler also uses a modified 404 Jeffery case thats necked down and shortened to fit in a standard 30-06 length action. 28 Nosler vs 300 Win Mag: Quick Difference, 28 Nosler Vs 300 Win Mag: Head To Head Comparison. Ballistic Coefficient (BC) indicates the bullets ability to overcome air resistance in a flight. In laymans terms, energy indicates the damage a bullet can cause. All things considered, the 28 Nosler does have an edge here with the heaviest for caliber loadings for that chambering (over 160 grains). At the same time, 300 Win Mag ammo is typically noticeably cheaper than 28 Nosler ammo. Such is the case for the 28 Nosler, as it was touted the most powerful 7mm big game hunting cartridge on the market in 2015. Offering a dramatic improvement in performance over the venerable .30-06 Springfield that also compared favorably to the 7mm Rem Mag in many areas, the .300 Win Mag was an almost instant commercial success for Winchester. the 300 RUM took an elk at 400+ in 30 mph gusty wind with 2 hits 3" apart and it was only animal that required 2 shots this year. Sectional density is a measure of the ratio of the diameter of a projectile to its mass. Its still worth considering though and this is a slight advantage in favor of the 300 Win Mag. Sourcing brass will be more difficult for the 28 Nosler as it is a newer cartridge. 28 Nosler ballistics are slightly superior to 300 Win Mag ballistics, but does this mean you need to upgrade your hunting rifle to the newer round? Based on the grains and brands, 20 rounds of 300 Win Mag can cost you $35-60. When the load capacity exceeds 100%, we call it compressed load. The 175 gr Accubond LR bullet for the 28 Nosler had the highest kinetic energy at 3,794 ft-lbs of force at the muzzle while the 165 gr TTSX for the 300 WM had the lowest at 3,566 ft-lbs. However, the 28 Nosler is a more niche cartridge and youll probably need to go to a larger or more specialized store to find 28 Nosler ammo in stock as many smaller retailers and local stores wont carry it. Then, the barrel life will be around 1500 rounds! Its only normal that people wouldnt abandon 28 Nosler just because of the recoil. Those are some impressive numbers. Furthermore, the gigantic case capacity of the 28 Nosler allows the cartridge to fling those very heavy, high BC bullets at a very fast muzzle velocity, which translates into a flatter trajectory, less wind deflection, and more energy retained at longer range. The name 26 Nosler reflects both the name of the company as well as the first two digits of the cartridge bullet diameter (.264 in the case of the 26 Nosler cartridge). Now lets dive into even more details for the ultimate comparison! The 28 Nosler also has a rebated rim while the 300 Win Mag does not. Of the 2, the 300 Winchester Magnum is the most popular and is available in several different versions of the Remington Model 700 and Winchester Model 70. With that in mind, I decided to add the 300 Win Mag Hornady Superformance loading to the comparison. In simple terms, windage means adjusting the firearm for the wind. But it has been tested that H1000 helps you get the most out of your cartridges. 1 ft-lb means, if the rifle is weighted 1lb, it will move 1 ft backward upon the thrust of the bullet. For the 28 Nosler, bolt-action rifles are your only option circa summer 2022. Interestingly, all 3 28 Nosler loads have a very similar trajectory with about 1 difference in bullet drop at 500 yards between them. Not sure which cartridge to choose for your big game? For this reason, while theyre both among the best cartridges for hunting many species of game these days, its really easy to get confused when trying to understand the actual strengths and weaknesses of that cartridge compared to more established centerfire rifle cartridges like the 300 Winchester Magnum. The details will vary, but its not unheard of for some 28 Nosler rifles to see a drop off in accuracy after just a few hundred rounds. It's often put head-to-head with other popular calibers like the 7mm Rem. Copyright 2023 Big Game Hunting Adventures LLC | All Rights Reserved. You can see the similarities and differences between the 28 Nosler and 300 Winchester Magnum in the photos below. I seriously doubt the 28 Nosler will get you to the next node. Others will last 800-1,000 rounds, but its unusual to hear of them lasting much longer than that with full powered ammunition. This makes it an excellent choice for hunters who need to take down large game at long range. However, that performance comes at the price of more recoil. Free Recoil is affected primarily by muzzle velocity (FPS), powder charge, bullet weight, and firearm weight. So whether you use 28 Nosler or 300 Win Mag, suppressors will not have any effect on the performance. Again: Im not necessarily advocating long range hunting here. Dealing with the wind is always tricky and it gets exponentially more difficult as range increases. On one hand, the 28 Nosler in particular has great ballistics on paper, which can help the shooter battle environmental conditions and effectively place rounds on target. Keep that in mind, the windage will vary based on the wind speed, angle, altitude, and inclination. I spend much of the fall hunting elk and success this year has been excellent. On top of that, each cartridge can fit different weights of bullets. The 28 Nosler is a relatively new addition to the shooting community following in the footsteps of its predecessor, the 26 Nosler. Still, if recoil is your concern, then you should go for the 300 win mag instead of the 28 Nosler or 30 Nosler. After the bullets are shot, both the bullets gradually start losing velocity. Which is 201,600 RPM. The same goes for the Browning X-Bolt, Browning AB3, Christensen Arms Ridgeline, Kimber Hunter, Mossberg Patriot, Ruger Hawkeye, Savage Axis, Savage 110, Tikka T3 and Tikka T3x, Weatherby Vanguard, and Winchester XPR. In any case, the details will vary on the exact rifle, ammunition, and shooter in question. There is still debate whether suppressors reduce the damage or velocity of the bullet. Only the 175 gr Accubond had more kinetic energy at 800 yards with 1,597 ft-lbs. You can see differences between the 6.8 Western, 7mm Rem Mag, and 28 Nosler in the photos below. Bertram = 100 gr. But if you are looking for our opinion, wed suggest going for 28 Nosler. All other things equal, a heavier projectile of a given caliber will be longer and therefore have a higher sectional density and consequently penetrate deeper than projectiles with a lower mass and sectional density. The effective range or maximum range of a bullet depends on the shooter. Nosler brought their first proprietary cartridge to light at the end of 2013; the .26 Nosler was the most powerful 6.5mm cartridge, launching a 140-grain bullet at 3300 fps, bettering the velocity of the .264 Winchester by 100 fps. Nosler Trophy Grade Long Range, 175-grain AccuBond Long Range at 3,125 fps Ballistic Coefficient: 0.648 500-yard velocity: 2,416 fps 500-yard energy: 2,267 ft/lbs 500-yard drop: 38 inches (based. During normal times, its usually not too hard to find ammo for both cartridges (but especially the 300 Win Mag). When evaluating centerfire cartridges, its a good idea to analyze the cartridge specs to gain more knowledge of each. I realize the situation may be different where you live and has likely varied over the past two years, but as I write this article in September of 2022, 300 Winchester Magnum rifles are more common on dealers shelves than 28 Nosler rifles (at least where I live). That particular 300 Win Mag load hangs tough with the 28 Nosler because they all have one characteristic in common: a high muzzle velocity in the 3,100-3,260fps range. 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