375 Ruger vs 416 Ruger for an all-around rifle

[TOBY458]

It seems that the Ruger rifles are still readily available in these two calibers, but ammo is the opposite. Of course, just about all ammo in calibers above 375 is a bit harder to find than most, but the Ruger Calibers, especially the 416 are very hard to find these days.

 

[375Ruger416]

It seems that the Ruger rifles are still readily available in these two calibers, but ammo is the opposite. Of course, just about all ammo in calibers above 375 is a bit harder to find than most, but the Ruger Calibers, especially the 416 are very hard to find these days.

Yep, has been my experience as well. I was initially leaning towards the 375 Ruger, but eventually saw the light and ordered a Blaser R8 in 375 H&H! Ammo availability here in Canada is better for the H&H with a wider variety.

Have 2 boxes of Barnes 300 gr TSX waiting for my new rifle to arrive!

 

[375Ruger416]

Do have to say, I have been able to find 375 Ruger ammo - usually in Hornady DGX/DGS - but almost never see 416 Ruger online or in store. But then, this is what I’ve noticed for any caliber bigger than 375.

OP, what did you go with???? Close the loop and pics please…

 

[TOBY458]

Do have to say, I have been able to find 375 Ruger ammo - usually in Hornady DGX/DGS - but almost never see 416 Ruger online or in store. But then, this is what I’ve noticed for any caliber bigger than 375.

OP, what did you go with???? Close the loop and pics please…

It’s shame that none of the other big name ammo companies never picked these two calibers up. Barnes Vortex or Federal Premium with TSX and Swift Bullets would have been nice. I guess there’s just not enough sales in these calibers to justify it.

 

[Northern Shooter]

I wonder if the 416 Ruger will be the last of the "new" dangerous game cartridges brought to the market?

 

[Mark R]

I have a 416 Ruger Hawkey African and used it on a Cape Buffalo. It did the job well. However, if you want just one rifle to do it all, I think you'd be better off with the .375 Ruger. You don't give up much....At least nothing a buff will notice....but you will have a caliber that is better for plains game hunting. That said, why not a 375 H&H?

Actually Doug, there is a noticeable difference between a 375 and a 416 on buffalo. At least in my experience and mainly on Aussie water buffalo.
Cheers
Mark