Best .300 Win Mag Ammo
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The .300 Winchester Magnum stands as a benchmark for magnum rifle performance. Introduced in 1963 by Winchester, this cartridge delivers superior ballistics and exceptional power for both long-range precision shooting and big game hunting. It represents a significant step up in performance from standard .30 caliber cartridges, offering flatter trajectories and increased energy retention at extended ranges.
Shooters choose the .300 Win Mag when they need maximum performance from a .30 caliber cartridge without stepping up to the more specialized ultra-magnums. Its combination of high velocity, heavy bullets, and excellent ballistic coefficients makes it equally suited for reaching out to 1,000 yards or ethically harvesting large game at extended ranges. The cartridge has also found a home in military and law enforcement precision rifles, where its power and accuracy potential make it an excellent choice for specialized applications.
All .300 Win Mag Loads
Compare ballistics and prices across 7 products
| PRODUCT ↕ | GRAIN ↕ | VELOCITY ↕ | ENERGY ↕ | BC ↕ | USE CASE ↕ | BEST PRICE ↕ |
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Ammo Inc .300 Win Mag 180gr Super Shock Tip Ammo
180gr
• 3130 fps
• Hunting
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180gr | 3130 | 3780 | .48 | Hunting | $2.27/rd |
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Federal .300 Win Mag Premium 165gr Barnes TSX Ammo
165gr
• 3050 fps
• Hunting
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165gr | 3050 | 3408 | .398 | Hunting | $2.67/rd |
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Federal Fusion .300 Win Mag 180gr Fusion Soft Point Ammo
180gr
• 2960 fps
• Hunting
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180gr | 2960 | 3502 | .485 | Hunting | $2.27/rd |
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Federal Power-Shok .300 Win Mag 150gr Jacketed Soft Point (JSP) Ammo
150gr
• 3150 fps
• Hunting
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150gr | 3150 | 3305 | .389 | Hunting | $1.84/rd |
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Prvi Partizan .300 Win Mag 180gr Soft Point Ammo
180gr
• 2903 fps
• Hunting
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180gr | 2903 | 3378 | .411 | Hunting | $1.37/rd |
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Winchester Deer Season XP .300 Win Mag 150gr Extreme Point Ammo
150gr
• 3260 fps
• Hunting
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150gr | 3260 | — | .392 | Hunting | $2.28/rd |
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Winchester Deer Season XP Copper Impact .300 Win Mag 150gr Copper Extreme Point Ammo
150gr
• 3200 fps
• Hunting
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150gr | 3200 | 3410 | .387 | Hunting | $2.41/rd |
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Advantages and Disadvantages
Pros
- Superior long-range performance
- Excellent energy retention at distance
- Wide selection of premium ammunition
- Proven effectiveness on large game
- Better barrel life than larger magnums
Cons
- Significant recoil
- More expensive ammunition
- Requires longer action
- Higher powder consumption
- Overkill for medium game at normal ranges