7mm PRC vs 7mm Remington Magnum
Side-by-side ballistics comparison computed from our ballistics engine. Standard conditions: sea level, 59°F, 10 mph crosswind, 100 yard zero.
7mm PRC
175gr Hornady ELD-X — 3000 fps — BC 0.689
7mm Remington Magnum
168gr Berger VLD Hunting — 2980 fps — BC 0.618
Bullet Drop Comparison
| Range (yds) | 7mm PRC Drop (in) | 7mm RM Drop (in) | Difference (in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| 200 | -2.8 | -2.9 | -0.1 |
| 300 | -10.2 | -10.6 | -0.4 |
| 400 | -22.8 | -23.8 | -0.9 |
| 500 | -41.2 | -43.0 | -1.8 |
| 600 | -65.9 | -69.2 | -3.3 |
| 700 | -97.8 | -103.1 | -5.4 |
| 800 | -137.5 | -145.8 | -8.3 |
| 900 | -186.0 | -198.5 | -12.4 |
| 1000 | -244.5 | -262.5 | -18.0 |
Energy & Velocity Comparison
| Range (yds) | 7mm PRC Vel (fps) | 7mm RM Vel (fps) | 7mm PRC Energy (ft-lb) | 7mm RM Energy (ft-lb) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 | 2859 | 2824 | 3176 | 2975 |
| 200 | 2723 | 2673 | 2881 | 2666 |
| 300 | 2591 | 2528 | 2607 | 2383 |
| 400 | 2462 | 2387 | 2355 | 2125 |
| 500 | 2337 | 2250 | 2123 | 1889 |
| 600 | 2216 | 2118 | 1908 | 1674 |
| 700 | 2099 | 1991 | 1711 | 1478 |
| 800 | 1985 | 1868 | 1530 | 1302 |
| 900 | 1874 | 1750 | 1365 | 1143 |
| 1000 | 1768 | 1638 | 1215 | 1001 |
Wind Drift Comparison — 10 mph Crosswind
| Range (yds) | 7mm PRC Drift (in) | 7mm RM Drift (in) | Difference (in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 | 0.4 | 0.5 | -0.0 |
| 200 | 1.8 | 2.0 | -0.2 |
| 300 | 4.0 | 4.6 | -0.5 |
| 400 | 7.3 | 8.3 | -1.0 |
| 500 | 11.8 | 13.4 | -1.7 |
| 600 | 17.4 | 19.9 | -2.5 |
| 700 | 24.2 | 27.9 | -3.6 |
| 800 | 32.5 | 37.5 | -5.0 |
| 900 | 42.3 | 49.0 | -6.7 |
| 1000 | 53.7 | 62.5 | -8.8 |
Comparison Verdict
Flatter Trajectory
7mm PRC drops 1.8" less at 500 yards (41.2" vs 43.0"), providing a meaningfully flatter trajectory for mid-range shooting. This translates to less scope adjustment and a larger point-blank range, which matters in hunting scenarios where quick shots are needed.
Energy Retention at 1000 Yards
7mm PRC retains 214 ft-lb more energy at 1000 yards (1215 vs 1001 ft-lb), offering greater terminal performance at extended range. For hunting applications, most experts recommend a minimum of 1000 ft-lb for deer-sized game — check the energy table above to see where each cartridge crosses that threshold.
Wind Drift at 500 Yards
7mm PRC drifts 1.7" less in a 10 mph crosswind at 500 yards (11.8" vs 13.4"), making it more resistant to wind deflection. Wind reading is typically the largest source of error in long-range shooting, so lower wind sensitivity directly translates to more consistent hits at distance.
Verdicts derived from computed data at standard conditions (sea level, 59°F, 29.92 inHg, 50% humidity). Actual results vary with ammunition, barrel length, and environment.
7mm PRC vs 7mm Remington Magnum FAQ
Which has less bullet drop, 7mm PRC or 7mm Remington Magnum?
At 500 yards, 7mm PRC drops 41.2 inches while 7mm Remington Magnum drops 43.0 inches under standard conditions with representative match loads. 7mm PRC provides the flatter trajectory, requiring less scope adjustment for mid-range shots.
Which handles wind better, 7mm PRC or 7mm Remington Magnum?
In a 10 mph crosswind at 500 yards, 7mm PRC drifts 11.8 inches while 7mm Remington Magnum drifts 13.4 inches. 7mm PRC is more wind-resistant, which is a significant advantage since wind reading is the largest source of error in long-range shooting.
Which retains more energy at long range, 7mm PRC or 7mm Remington Magnum?
At 1000 yards, 7mm PRC retains 1215 ft-lb while 7mm Remington Magnum retains 1001 ft-lb of kinetic energy. 7mm PRC delivers more terminal energy at extended range, which matters for hunting applications where minimum energy thresholds determine ethical shot distances.
Individual Caliber Data
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