.350 Legend Ballistics
Winchester cartridge designed for straight-wall cartridge hunting zones. Low recoil, effective on deer within 200 yards. Uses standard AR-15 bolt with dedicated magazines and barrel.
Cartridge Specifications
Common Bullet Weights and Types
Muzzle Velocity by Barrel Length
Muzzle Energy by Barrel Length
Bullet Drop Table
Values in inches. 16-inch barrel reference data. Positive values rise above line of sight, negative values fall below.
| Load | Zero | 100 yd | 200 yd | 300 yd | 400 yd | 500 yd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 145 gr FMJ | 200 yd | 2.8 | 0 | -13 | -39 | - |
| 150 gr XP | 200 yd | 2.9 | 0 | -13.5 | -40 | - |
| 180 gr SP | 200 yd | 3.8 | 0 | -16.5 | -49 | - |
Wind Drift at 10 mph Crosswind
Drift in inches at a 90 degree full value wind. Estimated from muzzle velocity and G1 ballistic coefficient.
| Load | 100 yd | 200 yd | 300 yd | 400 yd | 500 yd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 145 gr FMJ | 9.1 | 18.2 | 27.3 | 36.4 | 45.6 |
| 150 gr XP | 9.1 | 18.1 | 27.2 | 36.2 | 45.3 |
| 180 gr SP | 9.6 | 19.3 | 28.9 | 38.6 | 48.2 |
Effective Range by Application
Barrel Twist Rate Recommendations
Published Load Data
| Weight | Type | Barrel | MV (fps) | ME (ft-lb) | BC (G1) | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 145 gr | FMJ | 16 in | 2,350 | 1,778 | 0.223 | Winchester .350 Legend 145gr FMJ published specs |
| 145 gr | FMJ | 18 in | 2,400 | 1,854 | 0.223 | Winchester .350 Legend 145gr FMJ published specs |
| 145 gr | FMJ | 20 in | 2,450 | 1,932 | 0.223 | Winchester .350 Legend 145gr FMJ published specs |
| 150 gr | XP | 16 in | 2,325 | 1,800 | 0.23 | Winchester Deer Season XP .350 Legend 150gr published specs |
| 150 gr | XP | 18 in | 2,375 | 1,878 | 0.23 | Winchester Deer Season XP .350 Legend 150gr published specs |
| 150 gr | XP | 20 in | 2,420 | 1,950 | 0.23 | Winchester Deer Season XP .350 Legend 150gr published specs |
| 180 gr | SP | 16 in | 2,050 | 1,679 | 0.255 | Federal Power-Shok .350 Legend 180gr SP published specs |
| 180 gr | SP | 18 in | 2,100 | 1,762 | 0.255 | Federal Power-Shok .350 Legend 180gr SP published specs |
| 180 gr | SP | 20 in | 2,150 | 1,847 | 0.255 | Federal Power-Shok .350 Legend 180gr SP published specs |
Data Disclaimer
Ballistic data is approximate and varies by ammunition lot, barrel condition, altitude, and temperature. Data sourced from Winchester .350 Legend 145gr FMJ published specs; Winchester Deer Season XP .350 Legend 150gr published specs; Federal Power-Shok .350 Legend 180gr SP published specs. Always confirm zero and trajectory with your specific firearm.
Pick the right barrel
Twist rate should match the bullet weights you plan to shoot. See barrel steel grades, profiles, chamber types, and twist rate guidance on the barrel specs page, then jump into the builder to filter barrels chambered in .350 Legend.