What is the effective range of a 444 Marlin?

about 200 yards
According to M. L. McPherson (editor, Cartridges of the World), “the 444 is fully capable against any species in North America” and describes its useful range as being out to about 200 yards (180 m). The typical . 444 Marlin fired from a rifle has more impact energy at 200 yards (180 m) than a .

Is 444 Marlin good for elk?

444 Marlin is A GOOD CHOICE for elk hunting, under average conditions, from a mid-range distance, with a medium grain expanding bullet, and with correct shot placement.

What is a 444 Marlin good for?

444 Marlin was 2.225 inches long, and the . 444 was capable of firing the 240-grain bullet at a muzzle velocity of 2,350 feet per second, and generated 2,942 foot-pounds of energy, making the rifle and caliber capable of hunting bear deer, elk and moose out to 200 or 250 yards.

Is Marlin 444 discontinued?

If you’re looking for a handy, powerful rifle capable of taking down elk, moose, hogs, black bear and deer, in a unique cartridge, the Model 1895–. 444 Marlin just might be your gun. Several years ago at a writer seminar, Marlin announced the return of the Marlin 444, which had been out of production since 2011.

How hard does a 444 Marlin kick?

Figures show that a 444 Marlin with a 240 grain bullet loaded to 2,400 feet per second (in a 7.5 pound rifle) only has a recoil of 23.3 pounds.

What is the most powerful lever action rifle?

50-110 Winchester
50-110 Winchester. The . 50-110 WCF (also known as the . 50-100-450 WCF , with different loadings) in modern 1886 Winchesters with modern steel barrels is the most powerful lever-action cartridge, with up to 6,000 foot pounds of energy.

Is a 444 Marlin good for moose?

444 Marlin is A GOOD CHOICE for moose hunting, under average conditions, from a mid-range distance, with a medium grain expanding bullet, and with correct shot placement. 444 Marlin round is approximately 3140 foot-pounds.

Is a 444 Marlin good?

444 Marlin is better than both of them. Hornady has Superformance ammo that pushes a 265-grain flat-point bullet to 2400 fps, which means it is the fastest straight-wall rifle cartridge on the market. While that may not be impressive to long-range rifle shooters, in this class of ammo it’s excellent.

Is the 444 Marlin a good deer rifle?

444 Marlin is a very “affable” deer cartridge. The effective hunting range of the . 444 Marlin is still roughly 150 yards, although new ammunition by Hornady has significantly improved on the overall ballistics of the cartridge. Easy enough to hit a deer at those ranges using a good riflescope.

Are Marlin guns good quality?

Marlin rifles are known for their quality and reliability. For anyone who loves repeaters especially, Marlin rifles are an excellent choice, especially if you’re looking for something still made in the U.S.A., as they own facilities in both New York and Kentucky.

Is Marlin making guns again?

Marlin Centerfire Rifles Coming Later in 2021.

What is the most powerful Marlin lever-action?

About the other cartridges, I bet the 450 Marlin is the most powerful, my friend said 45/70.