Quote
I pretty much view the 9.3x62 the 338/06 and the Whelen as about the same. Who knows what a 338 Sabi is but I'll take your word for it.

Mark D


The .338 Sabi is the African version of the .338-06. They use heavy .338-caliber bullets to be launched at modest speed for deep penetration on African game.
http://www.sabirifles.co.za/sabi338.htm

These (.338-06, .35 Whelen, 9.3x62, Sabi, etc.) all use .30-06 or similar cases that hold approximately the same amount of powder. However, by using the heaviest bullets for each, penetration is greatly enhanced. That's why the 286-grain 9.3x62 bullet is so well liked. One can do the same with the .35 Whelen, or with the .338-06 with bullet weights from 250 grains and up to 300.

Last edited by Ray; 10/21/05.