149: 300 Ultra Mag vs 300 Win Mag Comparison

I’ve got another cartridge profile episode for you today. In this episode, we’re going to talk about the .300 Remington Ultra Magnum (also known as the 300 Ultra Mag or 300 RUM) and discuss how it compares to the .300 Win Mag. You'll learn the advantages and disadvantages of the .300 Ultra Magnum and we'll discuss the pros and cons of the 300 RUM vs 30Win Mag so you can make an informed decision on which one is best for you.

Article Referenced In Show: 300 Ultra Mag (300 RUM): Your Complete Guide 

Best 300 Win Mag Ammo– 300 Win Mag Hunting Ammo Recommendations

Best 300 Win Mag Rifles – 300 Win Mag Hunting Rifle Recommendations

Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/300rumvs300winmag/

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What We Covered

1) History of the .300 Remington Ultra Magnum cartridge.

2) How the .300 Ultra Mag compares to the .300 Win Mag in terms of external dimensions, trajectory, recoil, and accuracy.

3) Compare ammo and rifle choices in each cartridge.

4) Pros and cons of hunting with each cartridge.

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