The 6.8 Western has a heavier bullet weights and more energy than 6.5 Creedmore, 6.5 PRC and 270 WSM. It also produces less recoil than 300WSM, 300Win Mag and 300PRC. The 6.8 Western is a long, heavy bullet ideal for big game hunting & long-range precision shooting. It has short action for fast cycling, high accuracy & reduced rifle weight.