The carbine followed a similar trend in weapon design at the time, that a short rifle gave away little in ballistic efficiency at combat ranges, but was easier to handle on account of its shorter length.
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On the other hand, the proportions of . 325 Winchester Short Magnum promote good internal ballistic efficiency that allows the . 325 Winchester Short Magnum to fire shorter lighter bullets at slightly higher muzzle velocities whilst using less propellant than the classically proportioned 8?8mm S.