The Power of .300 Win Mag vs Thick Wood - TheFireArmGuy

Published on July 12, 2016
Duration: 3:29

This review tests the penetration power of the .300 Win Mag cartridge using a Sig SHR 970 rifle against stacked 2-inch thick wood. The Winchester 180-grain Ballistic Silvertip ammunition demonstrated significant power, easily penetrating 4 inches of dense wood and stopping only about 3/4 of the way through 6 inches.

Quick Summary

The .300 Win Mag cartridge demonstrated significant power in a penetration test using a Sig SHR 970 rifle. Winchester 180-grain Ballistic Silvertip rounds easily penetrated 4 inches of dense wood and stopped about 5 inches into a 6-inch stack.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Sig SHR 970 Rifle & .300 Win Mag
  2. 00:27Ammunition: Winchester 180gr Ballistic Silvertip
  3. 00:42Target: Dense Wood Penetration Setup
  4. 01:06Test 1: Penetration Through 2" Wood
  5. 01:49Test 2: Penetration Through 4" Wood
  6. 02:19Test 3: Penetration Through 6" Wood
  7. 02:51Conclusion: .300 Win Mag Power Assessment

Frequently Asked Questions

What rifle was used in the .300 Win Mag penetration test?

The penetration test utilized a Sig SHR 970 bolt-action rifle chambered in .300 Win Mag. This model is known for its performance, though Sig produced it for only a few years.

What ammunition was tested for penetration power?

The test featured Winchester 180-grain Ballistic Silvertip .300 Win Mag rounds. This specific cartridge was chosen to demonstrate the caliber's effectiveness against dense materials.

How much wood did the .300 Win Mag round penetrate?

The .300 Win Mag round successfully penetrated 4 inches of dense wood (two 2-inch boards) and penetrated approximately 5 inches into a stack of three boards (6 inches total).

What was the target material for the .300 Win Mag test?

The target consisted of dense, 2-inch thick wooden boards salvaged from a sea wall. Multiple boards were stacked to test the penetration capabilities of the .300 Win Mag cartridge.

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