.25-06 Remington vs .300 Blackout
Comparing the .25-06 Remington vs .300 Blackout illustrates a dramatic performance gap between these cartridges designed for entirely different applications. The .25-06 Remington (117gr Extreme Point at 3100 fps) delivers overwhelming energy superiority, maintaining 2325 ft-lbs at 50 yards compared to the .300 Blackout's (150gr Extreme Point at 1900 fps) 1088 ft-lbs. Both cartridges demonstrate substantial penetration characteristics for hunting applications, with the .25-06 reaching 47.7-48.1 inches and the .300 Blackout achieving 27.8-28.2 inches, both well beyond defensive requirements. The recoil differential is significant, with the .25-06 generating three times the recoil energy (21.16 ft-lbs vs 7.04 ft-lbs). The .25-06's high-velocity design provides more than double the energy retention throughout its trajectory, making it suitable for long-range hunting where the .300 Blackout's shorter effective range and lower energy become major limitations. Remember that performance varies considerably with different ammunition selections and firearm platforms, so these figures represent typical hunting loadings rather than definitive performance benchmarks.
Ammunition Parameters
.25-06 Remington Parameters (Self-Defense Load)
.300 Blackout Parameters (Self-Defense Load)
.25-06 Remington vs .300 Blackout Ballistics Chart
Comparing bullet drop at various ranges between .25-06 Remington and .300 Blackout.
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.25-06 Remington vs .300 Blackout Energy Comparison
Comparing the muzzle energy and energy retention at various distances between .25-06 Remington and .300 Blackout.
.25-06 Remington vs .300 Blackout Bullet Penetration
Comparison of estimated penetration depth in 10% ballistic gel between .25-06 Remington and .300 Blackout at self-defense distances.
Self-Defense Ammunition Penetration
Notes:
- FBI standard for optimal penetration is 12-18 inches in 10% ballistics gel
- Our penetration data is calculated using mathematical models based on sectional density, velocity, and expansion factors. While not actual gel tests, our calculations have been validated against manufacturer test data and provide reliable estimates for comparison purposes.
- Actual results may vary depending on clothing barriers and other factors
.25-06 Remington vs .300 Blackout Recoil
Comparing recoil energy and impulse between .25-06 Remington and .300 Blackout.
.25-06 Remington Recoil (Self-Defense Load)
.300 Blackout Recoil (Self-Defense Load)
Notes:
- Recoil calculations based on bullet weight, velocity, powder charge, and firearm weight
- Recoil energy indicates the felt force when firing the weapon
- Recoil impulse represents momentum transfer during firing
- Actual felt recoil can vary based on grip, stance, and firearm design
.25-06 Remington vs .300 Blackout Velocity
Velocity decay from muzzle to 500 yards for .25-06 Remington and .300 Blackout.
.25-06 Remington vs .300 Blackout Average Cost
Comparing cost per round and training affordability between .25-06 Remington and .300 Blackout.