.28 Nosler vs 7mm PRC
Part of our full caliber comparison chart — energy, drop and recoil for every rifle caliber side by side.
The .28 Nosler vs 7mm PRC comparison pits two modern 7mm cartridges with different design philosophies. The .28 Nosler (160gr AccuBond at 3300 fps) starts faster and retains 2075 ft-lbs at 500 yards, while the 7mm PRC (175gr ELD-X at 3000 fps) delivers 2141 ft-lbs with its heavier, higher-BC bullet. Drop at 500 yards measures 35.1 inches for the .28 Nosler and 41.1 inches for the 7mm PRC. Recoil runs similar at 39.9 ft-lbs for the .28 Nosler versus 33.9 ft-lbs for the 7mm PRC. The .28 Nosler shoots flatter but burns barrels faster with its larger case and higher velocities. The 7mm PRC offers better barrel life and factory ammunition availability. Performance varies with ammunition selection and barrel length.
Ammunition Parameters
.28 Nosler Parameters (Reference Load)
7mm PRC Parameters (Reference Load)
.28 Nosler vs 7mm PRC Ballistics Chart
Comparing bullet drop at various ranges between .28 Nosler and 7mm PRC.
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.28 Nosler vs 7mm PRC Energy Comparison
Comparing the muzzle energy and energy retention at various distances between .28 Nosler and 7mm PRC.
.28 Nosler vs 7mm PRC Recoil
Comparing recoil energy and impulse between .28 Nosler and 7mm PRC.
.28 Nosler Recoil (Reference Load)
7mm PRC Recoil (Reference 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
.28 Nosler vs 7mm PRC Velocity
Velocity decay from muzzle to 500 yards for .28 Nosler and 7mm PRC.
.28 Nosler vs 7mm PRC Average Cost
Comparing cost per round and training affordability between .28 Nosler and 7mm PRC.