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Do they still make 300 WSM ammo?
Not surprisingly, the cartridge is now extremely popular and just about every big manufacturer like Barnes, Black Hills, Federal Premium, Fiocchi, Hornady, Norma, Prvi Partizan (PPU), Sellier & Bellot, Sig Sauer, Remington, and Winchester produces several different variants of 300 WSM ammo for hunting elk, deer, moose.
What grain bullet is best for 300 WSM?
Accubond in his 300 WSM and that bullet penetrates, holds together, and is very accurate. It is a great bullet. A 165 gr. Accubond or Partition would sure work well for you I believe.
How far can a 300 WSM shoot accurately?
1,210 yards
The . 300 Win Mag sees use in long-range benchrest shooting competitions and has been adopted by law enforcement marksmen and by a few specific branches of the U.S. Military for use by snipers. Maximum effective range is generally accepted to be 1,210 yards (1,110 m) with ammunition incorporating low-drag projectiles.
How much does a 300 WSM drop at 300 yards?
.300 Win Mag and .300 WSM Comparison Summary
| Test | .300 Win Mag | .300 WSM |
|---|---|---|
| Average Ballistic Coefficient | 0.486 | 0.483 |
| Average Long Range Bullet Drop at 100 yards | 1.55 | 1.39 |
| Average Supersonic Flight Limit (Yards) | 1255 | 1286 |
| Average Kinetic Energy (fl. lb) at 100 yards | 3029.8 | 3114 |
What is the best 300 WSM ammo for elk?
The 180 grain load is quite possibly the best . 300 Win Mag ammo for elk, bear, and moose hunting. The 165 grain load will also work for larger game like elk, but it’s perfect for bigger deer and bear. That high velocity 150 grain load is great .
How far can you shoot an elk with a 300 WSM?
You can shoot a 300 Win mag faster but a 300 WSM has enough energy to kill Elk out to 800+ yards pretty easy if you put the time in.
What can I hunt with 300 WSM?
300 Win Mag with a light 150-grain bullet such as a Power Core, PowerMax Bonded or Power Point can reach velocities of up to 3390 FPS and is a great round for wild hogs, pronghorn, Dall sheep, and all of the various deer species.
Who has the most sniper kills in American history?
US Navy Chief Petty Officer Chris Kyle. Navy SEAL Chris Kyle served four tours during the Iraq War, and during that time he became the most lethal sniper in US military history with over 160 kills officially confirmed by the Department of Defense.