Is 7mm better than 30 caliber?

The 7mm Rem Mag fires smaller caliber and lighter, but generally more aerodynamic bullets at a higher velocity than the . 30-06 Springfield. The 7mm Rem Mag has a flatter trajectory, more kinetic energy at typical hunting ranges, and is also better for longer range shots, but the . 30-06 has less recoil.

What is a 7mm-08 compared to?

The 7mm-08 case is just slightly longer than the parent . 308—2.035 inches vs. 2.015 inches—but maintains the same 20-degree shoulder of the . 308 Winchester.

Is 30 cal bigger than 7mm?

375 H&H Magnum; the 7mm bullet diameter was here to stay. 7mm isn’t 7mm; it is actually 7.21mm. 30-calibers use bullets weighing between 100 or 110 grains (usually reserved for the . 30 M1 Carbine) and 220 grains, with the extremes as heavy as 250 grains.

Which is better 7mm or 7mm-08?

They are the same caliber, just different case capacity and muzzle velocity. If you want more velocity, and you don’t mind more recoil, the 7mmremmag is an excellent choice. If you want less recoil, and a lighter rifle, the 7mm-08 may be a better choice for you. Only accurate guns are interesting.

Which has more recoil 6.5 Creedmoor or 7mm-08?

As you can see, the 6.5 Creedmoor has significantly less recoil than the 7mm-08 Remington. In this case, the 7mm-08 Remington has approximately 20% more free recoil energy than the 6.5 Creedmoor. That’s really saying something too because the 7mm-08 is known for pretty mild recoil itself.

What is the best ammo for a 7mm-08?

Federal Premium Nosler AccuBond.

  • Barnes VOR-TX.
  • Federal Premium Trophy Copper.
  • Hornady Custom Lite.
  • Hornady Precision Hunter.
  • Remington Core Lokt.
  • Winchester Deer Season XP.
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    • What is the maximum effective range of a 30-06 rifle?

    With its original 150-grain spire point bullet at 2,700 fps, the Springfield .30/06 was certified for an extreme reach of 4.75 miles, an effective firing range of 1,000 yards . A flip up rear leaf sight was graduated for ranges out to 2,850 yards. Point-blank range for a standing, man-sized target was 500 yards.

    What is the difference between a 7 mm and a 7mm 08?

    The 7mm-08 is based on the .308Winchester cartridge, necked down to 7mm. The 7mm Remington Mag is based on the .375H&H case, blown out, shortened, and necked down to 7mm. Both use the same bullets, but the 7mm-08 has much less powder capacity, and falls under the Short Action label for hi-power rifles. Whereas the 7mm Rem.

    What is the difference between a 30-06 and a 308?

    Size Difference. Perhaps the biggest difference between the .308 and .30-06 is their literal size. The .30-06 is a longer round (as in around half an inch longer). The reason the .308 is shorter is because the military wanted a shorter round when they were seeking to replace the .30-06.