I have attached pics of the 9.3x62 & 35 Whelen cases for comparison. The case capacities are 77-78 grains for 9.3x62 & 70-72 grains for 35 Whelen. Both grand cartridges,,,,,
Some facts fellas we all have favourites. I like to report on my observations rather than heresay.
The 9.3x62 has 5-6 grains more capacity, so given similar throat, barrel length etc. the 9.3 will be slightly better...
The 35 Whelen has been limited by its slower twist barrels (factory) designed...
I would like to reinforce the 9.3x62 followers, I have two! My loads achieved 2530fps with 320gn Woodleighs & 2620fps with 286gn Woodleighs using Re17. Pressures on both these loads were less than the listed maximum Varget (AR2208) load which I used extensively! Everyone needs a favourite....
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