.350 Legend
Also called: 350 Legend, straight-wall .350
A modern straight-wall cartridge made for states that allow only straight-wall rifle cartridges for deer, with mild recoil and good short-range power.
- Type
- Centerfire Rifle
- Bullet diameter
- .357 in
- Case length
- 1.71 in
- Overall length
- 2.26 in
- Typical bullet weights
- 145 to 180 grains
- Typical muzzle velocity
- About 2,100 to 2,350 fps
- Recoil
- Moderate recoil
- Quarry
- Deer, hogs & pronghorn, Varmints & predators
- Typical range
- Deer and hogs to about 200 yards
- Availability
- Common and growing
What it is good for
- Deer and hogs in states that require straight-wall cartridges.
- Short-range hunting from a ground blind or stand.
- Hunters who want mild recoil in a modern rifle.
Where it falls short
- It loses energy and drops faster than bottlenecked cartridges past 200 yards.
- It is not a good choice for elk and larger game.
- Rifle and ammunition choices are fewer than for older cartridges.
Easily confused with
- .450 Bushmaster: another straight-wall deer cartridge with a much larger, heavier bullet and more recoil.
- .30-30 Winchester: a similar-purpose deer cartridge with a bottlenecked case.
Field notes
Introduced in 2019, the .350 Legend was designed for hunters in straight-wall states. Check your state's rules about which cartridges are legal for deer, since the definition of straight-wall differs.
Related guides
Numbers are typical factory-load figures, not guarantees. Use only ammunition that matches the cartridge stamped on your firearm and is made by a reputable manufacturer, and follow the manual. Legal game cartridges, minimum calibers, and non-toxic shot rules differ by state and area. Check your state's current regulations; our state resources directory links to each state's official rules. Not sure which rifle to buy? Try our hunting rifle wizard.