How deep does a .308 Winchester penetrate Concrete?

At the muzzle, a representative .308 Winchester load penetrates approximately 199 mm (7.8 inches) into concrete.

What is the impact energy of a .308 Winchester?

This .308 Winchester load carries about 3352 joules (2472 ft-lb) at the muzzle.

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Will a .308 Winchester Penetrate Concrete?

Yes — defeats a 100 mm concrete barrier

Penetration depth

199 mm (7.8″)

Impact velocity

840 m/s (2756 fps)

Muzzle energy

3352 J (2472 ft-lb)

Bullet behaviour

Intact

Fired at the muzzle, a representative .308 Winchester load (9.5 g, FMJ, 840 m/s) reaches roughly 199 mm (7.8 inches) into concrete. That is enough to defeat a typical barrier of this material — treat anything behind it as exposed.

About Concrete

Poured concrete (~100 mm) covers slabs and structural walls.

.308 Winchester against other materials

Material	Depth (mm)	Depth (in)
Red Brick	239 mm	9.4″
Tempered Glass	36 mm	1.4″
Steel A36	17 mm	0.7″
Steel AR500	8 mm	0.3″
Aluminum 6061	32 mm	1.2″

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Will a .308 Winchester Penetrate Concrete?

About Concrete

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