All things being equal the 300 isn't a 30-06. No way no how not yesterday not today and not tomorrow. With smoke and mirrors you can make the argument that it is. But it doesn't have to be an 06. It does just fine on it's own.

Comparing the 300 to the 308 is a much fairer fight.

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