Right hand only. Previous models can still be found at various retailers, and online. One says the .416 Rigby was the inspiration; another says he slapped a belt on the .416 caseafter all, in the 1950s anything called magnum had to wear a belt. Weatherby Mark V action. Matte finish. Sheridan, WY 82801 Monte Carlo Griptonite stock. Griptonite stock with tungsten Cerakote barrel and action. Available in 9 calibers. This means that the speed and energy will vary from cartridge manufacturer to manufacturer. The only change that could possibly be made is some form of rear core bonding, avoiding any changes to the front core. Available in 16 calibers. Available in 17 calibers. Available in 12 calibers. Adjustable carbon fiber stock. Ran you off and let the gang bangers stay? Woodleigh produce both round nose and protected point Weldcore projectile designs. [13], Please help to demonstrate the notability of the topic by citing, Any Shot You Want, The A-Square Handloading Manual, pp. 30-378 ballistics. One is a 416 Rigby, because of the wide availability and variety of factory ammo--from fairly mild loads like this (Kynoch Ammunition 416 Rigby 410 Grain Woodleigh Welded Core Soft Point Box of 5 - MidwayUSA) to near-Weatherby loads, like this (Cor-Bon DPX Hunter Ammunition 416 Rigby 350 Grain Barnes Triple-Shock X Bullet Hollow Point Lead-Free Box of 20 . Login / Join. "Bob" Thomson. Therefore, while it can be enjoyable to push the limits, hunters must apply caution. The .30-378 Weatherby Magnum. Thread starter danacobb; Start date Apr 25, 2004; Help Support Long Range Hunting Forum Become a supporting member . But to utilize it the hunter must get past the initial grandeur of high power and see it for what it really is. Apr 25, 2004 #1 Hello, I was hoping someone here could run some numbers for the factory 200 grain weatherby ammo for the 30-378 mag. Graphite black Cerakote. The Hornady 270 RP-SP is a relatively soft bullet of conventional construction. On heavier game a homogenous bullet can prove more effective. Earl Chronister, shooting a .30-378 Weatherby Magnum shot the first ever ten shot 10X with the first nine shot to 3.125 inches and the tenth flyer for an overall group of 4.375 inches. In the .378 Weatherby, high muzzle velocities of 3200 to 3300fps help a great deal to generate hydraulic wounding on game weighing up to 600kg (1300lb). Left and right hand options. Matte finished metalwork and walnut stock. Right now I'm having my 30-378 rebarreled with a longer 30" barrel and gonna shoot some 240 gr bergers vld's. I love the 30-378 though and look forward to some real long range hunting. Tactical Grey Cerakote. The .30-378 Weatherby Magnum is one of the most accurate rifle cartridges. Additional Information. Spiral fluted Weatherby Mark V action. FDE and graphite black Cerakote. Both work well on large bodied deer or antelope weighing up to 600kg (1300lb). Mar 8, 2023. Lazzeroni ballistics are calculated at over 3,000 ft above sea level Weatherby's are like everyone else's. Lazzeroni are padded ballistics and the Lazzeroni rifles receivers are not as strong as the Mark V. I still don't see why a Lazzeroni cost so much but as he said price is not a concern. Norma Ballistics - Weather Settings Norma Ballistics - Settings and handling Biathlon Show all Biathlon . Light bullets in huge cases often produce wide swings in pressure and velocity. Raised Monte Carlo fiberglass stock. Peak 44 carbon fiber stock. In this video I go over the new 338 Weatherby RPM cartridge and compare it to all the other 338 Magnums. Available in 12 calibers. The cartridge retains enough energy for deer-sized game at distances over 1,000yd (910m), and has enough retained energy for elk and moose-sized game at a distance of over 700yd (640m). Dimensions. Left and right hand options. In recent years there has been a trend among wildcat cartridge aficionados toward outsized "super" .300 magnums. For large game weighing up to 450kg (1000lb), consider 2200fps as the cut-off point. For my own part, I would suggest that a very stout 250 grain bullet can produce hydrostatic shock on game weighing up to 600kg or 1300lb, but on heavier game a 270 to 300 grain homogenous bullet can prove more effective. Give a Gift Right hand only. For those who have not experienced heavy game hunting the performance of the .378 is comparable to using a .243 or .25-06 to tackle Red or Mule deer. However, the hunting public and target shooters used 150 gr and heavier bullets, which require slower burning powders due to the extreme overbore nature of the cartridge. Learn the difference between revolvers and semi-auto pistols and what makes them different. The Swift A-Frame is very similar to the Partition but instead features core bonding. Discuss this article or ask a question on the forum here A perennial problem with .378 Weatherby popularity was an odd legal one. When released to the public, it is intended for the hunting of all the big game species of North America, Asia and Africa, save dangerous game. Nevertheless, there are some limitations. As I have described many times now, the key is to get close (inside 100 yards) and aim small. [11][12] Some .378-based wildcats have gone on to be part of the Weatherby line: .30-378, .338-378, .416 and .460. Burnt bronze Cerakote. [3] It is currently the highest velocity .30 caliber factory ammunition available. Truing: 5 data drop points instead of 1 (user can decide to use 1 or all 5). In the quest for a larger case Roy Weatherby utilized the 416 Rigby as a parent case design. The 378 Wby has the punch of a 500 NE and the trajectory of a 300 Win mag. Between 2600 and 2200fps (450 yards) the Speer produces clean but sometimes delayed kills on light framed game animals depending on shot placement. Available in 15 calibers. These rifles have MSRPs of $ 3,449 and $ 3,299 respectively. Available in 6 calibers. Nevertheless, they can work very well. Under ideal conditions, I would normally wait for a true quartering on shot and aim at point B, the joint intersecting the humerus and scapula. Burnt bronze and graphite black Cerakote. Even the standard slow burning powder of the time IMR4350 which was used in the Weatherby line of cartridges was too fast to take advantage of the case capacity of the .30-378 Weatherby cartridge. ph: 307.675.7840 Depending on bullet type and construction, the minimum expansion velocity for rifles falls between about 1300 and 2000 fps. Average FPS: 3011. Of the available designs the 270 and 300 grain bullets have great merit for use on game weighing over 450kg and up to 900kg (2000lb) while the 350 grain bullet is best reserved for the heaviest of game. Available in 12 and 20ga., 3.5" chambering. The 200 grain flat point is not all that well suited to the Weatherby but it can be put to use as a mild load for hunting medium game or for general practice. Available in 16 calibers. Right hand only. The .338-378 Weatherby cartridge uses the .378 Weatherby case, necked down to take a .338 bullet. If the Lapua has any "advantage" it is in the fact they have adopted it as a "Tacticool" round across the pond, while the .338-378 Weatherby remains a "Fudd Gun" round, and that ain't cool! Elastomer stock. Carbon fiber stock. I compare it to the popular 338 Lapua mag. Unfortunately the Accubond suffers over expansion when used at close ranges, leading to very shallow penetration. Left and right hand options. Right hand only. [5], The .30-378 Weatherby Magnum utilizes the .378 Weatherby Magnum as a parent cartridge. N/A. Ammunition Rifle Ammo .338-378 Weatherby Magnum 1 Items 1 Items Close. Federal has created a safer, easier and more reliable way to shoot a muzzleloader. Between 2200 and 1800fps (570 yards) shot placement must be sound which can be hard to guarantee with a BC of .4 in high winds. A link to set a new password will be sent to your email address. Available in 5 calibers. But do you know how to properly use them? 3. FDE and graphite black Cerakote. While still unreleased to the public, the cartridge went on to set world records for accuracy including the first ten 10X in 1,000 yards (910m) benchrest shooting. Available in 12 and 20ga., 3.5" chambering. *Load 1, 2 and 6 set for heavy game / close range. Raised Monte Carlo Boyds Nutmeg Laminate stock. Who knew wild turkey's were so stupid!? Norma Ballistics - Weather Settings Norma Ballistics - Settings and handling Biathlon Show all Biathlon . Bullet 270 Grain Barnes TSX 270 Hornady Interlock 300 Grain Hornady DGX Clear SKU: 378 Category: Cartridges Tag: updated Share N303180BST/40176522. Coyote tan and graphite black Cerakote. This means you have the option to read your magazine on most popular phones and tablets. Monte Carlo Griptonite stock. Monte Carlo fiberglass stock and Weatherby Mark V action. Coyote Tan and graphite black Cerakote. There is a small risk of petal loss when the GMX is used in this manner though this makes little difference to its performance. Available in 12 calibers. Kills inside 200 yards were spectacular, though meat damage was severe at close ranges. 2023 Outdoor Sportsman Group. There was also time to get enough cases laid in, so my final manual had .378 Weatherby data. For my own part, I am glad the two brands are not identical as each offer unique performance. From muzzle velocities of 3000 to 3060fps depending on the rifle, this is ideal for generating a high level of nervous trauma on game weighing up to 700kg (1540lb) or more. Right hand only. Never hesitate to purchase a model and trust its consistency and performance. Designed to replace the 375 Weatherby Magnum, deep penetration and bone smashing power are the calling cards of the 378. Available in different sizes and red dot ready, it'll fit your needs, whatever they are. Required fields are marked *. FILTER Category Ammunition Rifle Ammo .17 Hornet .17 Remington .17 Remington Fireball .204 Ruger .218 Bee .22 Creedmoor .22 Hornet .22 Nosler .22-250 Remington .220 Swift .221 Fireball .222 Remington .223 Remington and 5.56 NATO . The group pictured at the bottom is a 500 grain TSX seated long at 2,640 FPS. This is my ultimate hunting experience ever !! Right hand only. With any older high-capacity cartridge, a handloading question arises. Wby Mags. Custom Knobs: Wind Value cannot be zero or else this results in a blank Custom knob data file. Right hand only. I have been shooting the 30-378 since 2005 excellent flat shooting hard hitting round. Previous models can still be found at various retailers, and online. Available in 12 and 20ga., 26" and 28" barrels. Available in 12 calibers. Previous Rifle Models can still be found at various retailers, and online. Speer Handloading Manual Number 15 data for .378 Weatherby has three newer propellants to which I did not have access when Speer #14 was still in development (20042007). I have taken whitetail, mule deer, elk and moose with 180 gr Accubond from 15yds ( moose) to 1013 yds elk. The .338 WBY RPM utilizes a non-belted, non-venturi shoulder case and includes a rebated rim. The United States Armys Redstone Arsenal requested a rifle cartridge that could develop 6,000ft/s (1,800m/s) for the effects of light bullets against armor. Raised Monte Carlo fiberglass stock. Given factory ammunition, Weatherby guarantees 1.5 MOA accuracy from their Weatherby Mark V action rifles and sub-MOA (.99 MOA or better) accuracy from their Range Certified line of rifles and Vanguard rifle lines. Left and right hand options. Learn more here: http://bit.ly/1G7xXag. FDE and graphite black Cerakote. Ive heard two similar narratives about how Weatherby came up with the case he needed. Founded by Frank Galli in 2000, Sniper's Hide has been offering informational . His basic .300 load was a 180-grain bullet at 3,150 fps out of a 24-inch . Its hard to say which is correct because the two cartridge drawings dont use the same reference dimensions. Why is it so difficult to find? I've had my best success with 350 TSXs and Magnum in the .378, but the 350 SMK performs well with H1000 too (seated just off the lands, the load pictured chronied at 2,830 fps with no pressure signs). Monte Carlo polymer stock in MultiCam Camo. . We show you how. [citation needed], Soon after the .30-378 Weatherby was designed it was adopted by the benchrest shooting community. Coyote tan and graphite black Cerakote. Ive used it to take whitetail out to a half mile with zero misses and dropped in their tracks. Available in 5 calibers. While the 30-378 offers great ballistics the performance gain is minimal over other similar magnums not to mention that there is a much larger powder load behind it. From muzzle velocities of around 2900fps the two loads will hopefully work very well together. Graphite black Cerakote. Available in 12 and 20ga., 26" or 28" barrels. Right hand only. That brought 285-grain handloads closer to 270-grain factory ammo. Weatherby Mark V action. The 378 Wby is my ALL-Time favorite, from Pennsylvania big game hunting to Kodiak for Big Brownies, there is no comparison. The 235 TSX has a relatively low BC of .270. Custom Mossberg 500 at the Range and Live Turkey!. Flat dark earth Cerakote. #1. Right hand only. Graphite black Cerakote. Right hand only. Tungsten and graphite black Cerakote. Weatherby factory ballistics for the .30-378 call for a 165 grain bullet (SD .248) at a MV . High gloss metalwork. Left and right hand options. Hope you enjoy the video! Buy Weatherby .30-378 180 gr. Right hand only. Available in 12 and 20ga., 26" and 28" barrels. Redding 30-378 Weatherby Mag Neck Sizing Dies. Left and right hand options. Mag. While this load is acceptable for hunting large bodied deer readers are advised to refrain from using this projectile on heavy game. Another Weatherby wildcat, first developed in the 1960s. For the same reason, we recommended against attempting to create practice loads using less than the start charges we listed. Right hand only. This cartridge was also used as Weatherbys base for the design of the .460 Weatherby. *Casing image above is an artist rendering and not a real photo of .378 Weatherby Magnum Ballistics cartridge. Left and right hand options. Having said this, long range shooters are advised to look to the Rocky Mountain ULD bullet for dedicated long range killing. This bullet is not designed to be used at impact velocities over 2400fps, but provided it is not used on heavy game, produces exceptional results. Right hand only. Left and right hand options. Unlike the .300 Ultra Mag, the .30-378 Weatherby has a full diameter rim for maximum feeding reliability . Several variations of the .30-378 Weatherby Magnum were created by custom ammunition manufacturers, known as wildcatters. Since this is a small bore caliber, hunting with the .30-378 Weatherby Magnum should be restricted to game less than 2,000lb (910kg). In my many years of hunting, Ive never shot at an animal that that didnt come home with me. The .378 Weatherby Magnum (center) greatly exceeds .375 H&H (left) power. The Partition also has fairly good reach, being immensely effective on appropriate game out to ranges of around 360 yards or 2200fps. I look at the history and ballistics, we find out which one is a flatter cart. Matte finished metalwork and walnut stock. The bonding is too weak for heavy game work yet too soft for extended range work. Raised Monte Carlo fiberglass stock. Weatherby Mark V action. When I was looking at this round I decided against it due to other rounds be plenty capable without the expense or thumb. Tungsten and graphite black Cerakote. From a muzzle velocity of 3000fps the 300 Gameking breaks 1800fps at around 675 yards. As a large game cartridge (moose or bear), the .378 Weatherby is extremely effective. Right hand only. Monte Carlo polymer stock in Badlands Approach camo pattern. Available in 16 calibers. Right hand only. The Weatherby version was roughly a 43 percent volume increase over the H&H. Adjustable carbon fiber stock. Tungsten and graphite black Cerakote. The heavier the bullet and the further away we can be above an impact velocity of 2600fps the more noticeable this becomes. I am looking at 416 caliber rifles. Available in 5 calibers. The 338/378 has 2000ft/lbs of energy at 1000 yards and 1000 ft/lbs at one land mile with. It drives a 300-grain bullet to 2,925 fps and 5,700 ft-lbs. Great condition, there is a small scratch on the bolt handle (see pics), otherwise blemish free. Peak 44 carbon fiber stock. case necked down to .30 caliber. This bullet is very useful for open country work on large thin skinned game weighing up to 600kg (1300lb). Minnesota. Currently, two Weatherby rifles are chambered in the new .338 WBY RPM cartridge - Mark V Backcountry 2.0 Ti 18 and Mark V Backcountry 2.0 Carbon 20. Left and right hand options. Bullet: Nosler BST 150 gr: Bullet weight: 9.7 g / 150 gr: B.C: 0.435: C.O.L: 93.5 mm / 3.681 # 30150: Gunpowder Charge Weight Velocity m/s Velocity fps; Norma MRP: . Left and right hand options. Bolt has normal wear marks. As an example of stock design the CZ action can be mated to a Bell and Carlson Varmint stock. Following modifications and provided the mods are truly successful and that game animals are of a large size as to offer suitable resistance this bullet has some merit for extended range hunting. They ranked the .378 high on their ouch-o-meters.. Lightweight titanium Weatherby Mark V action. Right hand only. As a young wildcatter, he revolutionized the industry with his fast, hard-hitting loads that were dead-on accurate. The Lapua has a slight advantage in that it isn't a belted case like the big Weatherby is. Nosler, the world's finest bullets, ammunition, rifles, & brass. Ballistics and Drop for the .378 Weatherby Magnum. If the Gameking is forced to penetrate through more than a foot of tissue and bone combined with high impact velocities it sheds a great deal of energy. Monte Carlo polymer stock in First Lite Fusion camo pattern. In my experience, by using a bullet weighing at least 250 grains driven at velocities as close to or above 3000fps this, and other cartridges of this power level, have the rare ability to initiate hydrostatic shock on heavy game causing instant poleaxe (loss of consciousness) followed by blood loss and death. The TSX performs admirably when used in this manner and really brings the .378 into its own. Matte finish with synthetic stock. MSRP: $112.50. We had long lead times for some items and received a pressure barrel for .378 Weatherby on time. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); 1550 Yellowtail Dr. The basic H&H case was the fattest, longest case used for American rifle cartridges at the time, but Weatherby needed more. Right hand only. Matte blued metalwork. The resulting case held a greater volume than any previous commercial cartridge. Available in 6 calibers. Raised Monte Carlo fiberglass stock. Spiral fluted Weatherby Mark V action. 270 Grain Barnes TSX, 270 Hornady Interlock, 300 Grain Hornady DGX, 300 Grain Hornady DGS, Shawn (verified owner) November 8, 2022. The factory ballistics for the .378 Weatherby are impressive, to say the least. The new cartridge was named the .378 Weatherby Magnum and was introduced to the public as a Weatherby proprietary cartridge in 1953. Bullet 225 Grain Barnes TTSX 250 Grain Nosler Partition 225 Grain Barnes TSX 262 Grain Hammer Custom Clear The Case. Beyond this range shot placement and wind drift can be a concern but with great care (and practice) the Interlock can be used out to ranges of around 600 yards. Classic steel Weatherby Mark V action. Weatherby Mark V action. Monte Carlo fiberglass stock and Weatherby Mark V action. Right hand only. Monte Carlo polymer stock in MultiCam Camo. Functionally, it doesn't matter a whole heck of a lot, but . Raised Monte Carlo fiberglass stock. Right hand only. FDE and graphite black Cerakote. Available in 6 calibers. The Talon is equipped with a carbon fiber Peak 44 Blacktooth stock. Right hand only. The .30-378 Weatherby Magnum is a .30 caliber, belted, bottle-necked rifle cartridge. We will inform you when the product arrives in stock. Left and right hand options. There is nothing "wrong" with the Lapua round per say, but from a ballistic standpoint the .338-378 Weatherby leaves it in the dust. (verified owner) July 29, 2022. Available in 12 calibers. Right hand only. Hand-load results: three shots under a quarter at a hundred yards with the Sierra 300 grain boat tail. By Layne Simpson. Bullet: Nosler Partition 260 gr: Bullet weight: 16.8 g / 260 gr: B.C: 0.314: C.O.L: 90.5 mm / 3.563 # 44850: Gunpowder Charge Weight Velocity m/s Velocity fps; . Weatherby numbers from 1964 and today have the .378 moving a 270-grain bullet to 3,180 fps and 6,050 ft-lbs of energy. 340 Wby 200 Sp Is 9.9 in low at 400 yds with a 300 yd 0. Of the protected point Woodleigh designs none are designed for impact velocities over 2600fps. Hornady have just now (Oct 2017) released their 300 grain round nose bonded DGX bullet. Considered a safari -grade cartridge, the .378 Weatherby Magnum is appropriate for taking all African game animals from large African antelopes, Nile crocodile, hippopotamus, to the Big Five game. The further one shoots the more resistance this bullet needs in order to promote expansion. Available in 12 and 20ga., 26 and 28" barrels. But when used on potentially dangerous animals it can be best to consider 450kg (1000lb) as a maximum body weight. The 250 grain GMX (homogenous copper) projectile is an excellent bullet for hunting large bodied game out to moderate ranges. [3][5], The Thompson Long Range shooting school uses the .30-378 Weatherby due to its high accuracy and reliable performance.[8]. The Speer Grand Slam is a premium bullet but after having had several bad experiences with this bullet I cannot recommend its use, especially at .378 Weatherby velocities. Four-way adjustable comb. But when all is said and done both perform in much the same manner relative to the strengths and limitations of homogenous copper projectile design. Left and right hand options. After creating the .375 Weatherby Magnum in 1944 Roy Weatherby eventually formed the opinion that his .375 was under powered. Griptonite synthetic stock. Shorter 12-1/2 stock and 24 barrel. Available in 5 calibers. This is an outstanding bullet when used in the .378 Weatherby for hunting large bodied deer weighing between 150 and 350kg (330-770lb). just looking at the poster the 338-378 weatherby looks pretty similar to the 338 lapua imp. It became popular among the 1,000 yards (910m) shooting communities such as the Original 1,000 yards (910m) Club of Pennsylvania and went on to shoot world records at that distance. [citation needed]. BURRIS BALLISTIC TOOLS: VERSION 2.7.1. Thats how close the two cases are. Taurus has redesigned this sporting pistol for performance. Available in 12 and 20ga., 26" and 28" barrels. Available in 12 and 20ga., 26" and 28" barrels. Spiral fluted Weatherby Mark V action. Available in 12 and 20ga., 26" and 28" barrels. When Life is on the line. I use my .300 more than any other caliber, but nothing compares to the .30-.378 on hunts that I expect longer shots. Matte finished metalwork. All Rights Reserved. Available in 14 calibers. When used on medium game and also large bodied deer and antelope species the .378 delivers tremendously disproportionate to caliber wounding at ordinary hunting ranges which translates into extremely fast killing. Monte Carlo fiberglass stock with FDE speckle pattern and Weatherby Mark V action. Recoil: 3.95. Right hand only. Careful handloading checking for bullet jacket concentricity, weighing of brass and bullets, uniformity of case length and overall cartridge length, choice of components, seating of bullet can all increase the accuracy of the cartridge. Flat dark earth Cerakote. Jun 18, 2008. Sierras 350gr SMK is designed for target shooting only. Left and right hand options. 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It has happened with other cartridges that were developed before sufficiently slow propellants were available that could take advantage of the case capacity. Stay up-to-date on exciting content as well as updates on new products, promotions, and much more. Gloss walnut stock. Many would disagree, I could care less what they think. Point A shows the bullet impact on this feral cattle beast which dropped the animal on the spot. From a 26 barrel comfortable velocities include 3350fps with 225-235 grain bullets, 3300fps with 250 grain bullets, 3250fps with 260 grain bullets, 3150 to 3200fps using 270 grain bullets, 3000 to 3050fps with 300 grain bullets and 2700 to 2800fps with the very long 350 grain Woodleigh projectiles These velocities are roughly 50 to 100fps faster than the .375 RUM with individual bore tolerances muddying the waters. [5], However, the shooting public had to wait until 1996 for Weatherby to release the cartridge. 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