[marktwain]

Wonder how the ballistics of the Marlin 357 compares to the 30-30 Winchester? I believe the 30-30 drops about 6” in the first 100 yards.

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Energy levels are not too far off, I think about 75% of the .30-30.

Ballistics are acceptable for deer hunting to 150 yards, which handles most of woods hunting. They are much worse than the .30-30 after that.

Actual difference off line of sight depends on the distance the rifle is zeroed for.

If zeroed at 125 yards, a .357 165 grain load at 1800 fps out of a rifle will be about 1.7 inches high at 75 yards and 2.25 inches low at 150 yards.

[Big Red Badger]

Sighting information
For .357 Mag. Lever Action.
Thanks!