Best .300 Weatherby Magnum Ammo
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The .300 Weatherby Magnum represents Roy Weatherby's vision of maximum velocity and flat trajectory in a .30 caliber cartridge. Introduced in 1944, it was one of the first true magnum hunting cartridges and remained the fastest .30 caliber option for decades. The cartridge's ability to push heavy bullets at extreme velocities made it a favorite among hunters pursuing game at long ranges and in open country.
While newer magnums have emerged, the .300 Weatherby maintains its position as a premium long-range hunting cartridge. Its performance exceeds the .300 Winchester Magnum by a meaningful margin, offering flatter trajectories and increased energy at extended ranges. For hunters who demand maximum performance and are willing to manage substantial recoil, the .300 Weatherby Magnum delivers exceptional power and range.
All .300 Weatherby Magnum Loads
Compare ballistics and prices across 5 products
| PRODUCT ↕ | GRAIN ↕ | VELOCITY ↕ | ENERGY ↕ | BC ↕ | USE CASE ↕ | BEST PRICE ↕ |
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Hornady Precision Hunter .300 Weatherby Magnum 200gr ELD-X Ammo
200gr
• 2960 fps
• Hunting
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200gr | 2960 | 3890 | .597 | Hunting | $2.90/rd |
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Remington Core-Lokt .300 Weatherby Magnum 180gr PSP Ammo
180gr
• 3120 fps
• Hunting
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180gr | 3120 | 3890 | .383 | Hunting | $2.93/rd |
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Weatherby Select .300 Weatherby Magnum 165gr InterLock Ammo
165gr
• 3390 fps
• Hunting
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165gr | 3390 | 4210 | .387 | Hunting | $2.81/rd |
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Weatherby Select .300 Weatherby Magnum 180gr InterLock Ammo
180gr
• 3240 fps
• Hunting
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180gr | 3240 | 4195 | .425 | Hunting | $2.81/rd |
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Weatherby Select Plus .300 Weatherby Magnum 180gr TTSX Ammo
180gr
• 3232 fps
• Hunting
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180gr | 3232 | 4175 | .484 | Hunting | $4.51/rd |
Advantages and Disadvantages
Pros
- Exceptional velocity and energy
- Very flat trajectory for long-range shooting
- Excellent performance on large game
- Superior wind-bucking ability
- Premium cartridge with quality ammunition
Cons
- Significant recoil
- Expensive ammunition
- Shorter barrel life than slower cartridges
- Limited rifle options compared to more common cartridges
- Overkill for most North American game at typical ranges