CaliberAtlas › .444 Marlin
Common uses: Hunting, Big Game
| Type | rifle (centerfire) |
| Typical load | 265gr SPBT |
| Muzzle velocity | 2200 fps |
| Muzzle energy | 2842 ft-lb |
| G1 ballistic coefficient | 0.191 |
| Case length | 56.4 mm |
| Overall length | 65.5 mm |
| Range (yd) | Velocity (fps) | Energy (ft-lb) | Drop (in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 2200 | 2842 | 0 |
| 100 | 2090 | 2565 | -9 |
| 200 | 1986 | 2315 | -36 |
| 300 | 1886 | 2089 | -82 |
| 400 | 1792 | 1885 | -145 |
| 500 | 1702 | 1702 | -227 |
Guidelines only — ammunition choice, conditions, and shooter skill matter. Always follow local laws.
The .444 Marlin is a centerfire rifle cartridge, delivering powerful energy on target, which shapes where it fits between varmint work, big-game hunting, and precision shooting. A representative 265-grain loading leaves the muzzle at roughly 2200 fps and carries about 2842 ft-lbs of energy, with a G1 ballistic coefficient near 0.191. With a modest BC, it sheds velocity faster downrange and is best kept to shorter distances. Based on its energy and trajectory, ethical ranges work out to roughly medium game such as deer to about 175 yards; larger game to about 200 yards — always within the limits of your own accuracy and local regulations. Recoil is generally stout for the class, and our database tracks 1 factory loading so you can compare bullet weights and velocities for your specific use. Figures here are for reference and informational use — always verify against manufacturer data.
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