Remington 700 5R 10. Now when it comes to ammo, I already mentioned wildcat cartridges. History. Prior to this round, there was no bridge between 7.62x51mm and .50 BMG. 500m: 1,212 ft-lbs. rifle, you can find a factory load that shoots well in it. At standardized sea-level atmospherics, it gives shooters legitimate 1,600-yard supersonic capability with the right load. Barrel Life. Muzzle Velocity: One of the classic LR projectiles is the 175 Sierra Match King @ 2,700 fps, Ballistic Co-Efficient: 175gr SMK G1: 0.474 G7: 0.243. A standard projectile weight for optimum performance out of the 6CM would be a 105 grain Berger Target VLD @ 3,100fps. Muzzle: 2,240 ft-lbs 500m: 1,091 ft-lbs 1,000m: 457 ft-lbs 1,500m: 221 ft-lbs. You dream it, and it can be done. Recoil Condition: This round is special just like the other 6.5mm projectiles in its class. For off-the-shelf accuracy, the 6.5 Creedmoor is tough to top, no matter how much the Creeds detractors might howl. And since it uses the ever-popular 6.5 projectiles, components are relatively cheap. Fortunately for them, older stalwarts like the .308 Win. It is a product of natural selection and evolutionthe best features of several classic LR rounds fused into one. The projectile still punched through steel at one mile! Many, even most, will average half-MOA groups out of an accurate rifle. I was so familiar with how those rounds acted in high crosswinds and how they performed through Transonic. 308 Winchester - High availability of good match quality, tactical type ammo that can reach out to 1000 yards. With regard to external and terminal ballistics, a screaming Muzzle Velocity has its ups and downs. Average MV for a .223 is 3100 fps. For someone considering PRS matches, this rifle is not for you. Since the most common .223 projectile for LR performance is the Sierra Match King 77gr OTM, we will use that; G7 BC ~ 0.202. To take the 6.5CM and add MV to the equation, pure joy happens. The .338 Lapua Magnum offers very impressive external and terminal ballistic performancebut at a steep cost. You can expect to pay about $1.00 per round at most online retailers. It is the Madonna of long-range rounds. Also, experience firing large bore calibers is advised. 1,000m: 585 ft-lbs. Meet the all-new Taurus Judge Executive Grade, a revolver featuring a hand-polished satin finish, presentation-grade wood grips, a brass rod front sight and an exceptional hand-tuned trigger. The third time proved to be the charm. MSRP: $1,537; Check availability here. This cartridge has been around for a while. Decide where you fit in. Based on the .375 Ruger cartridge case, the 300 PRC uses the 0.532-inch bolt face and has a 30-degree shoulder, and like with all of the modern long-range cartridges, one key to the performance of the 300 PRC is the mandated fast twist rate. Ammo Availability: Because this cartridge is so new, ammo prices are going to be high. Much sharper and stronger than a .308 Winchesternot meant for beginners. Since its inception, the .308 has remained the most popular choice of Long Range shooters, snipers, and hunters. Our rifles were dinged, we sometimes were issued machine gun ammo instead of match. Its a thankless job, but somebodys got to point you toward the best of the best. No. This Internet piece is the first in a long time, on any subject, that has captivated me all the way through. Rather than the 3,000 to 5,000 rounds a careful shooter gets out of a 6.5 Creedmoor, most 6mm Creedmoors are burned out by the 2,000-round mark, and many last fewer than 1,500 rounds. The new RIA 5.0 Sporting Pistol from Rock Island Armory features a patented RVS Recoil system that maximizes barrel mass and linear movement to give shooters super soft recoil. Mag. I was so familiar with how those rounds acted in high crosswinds and how they performed through Transonic. Sadly, a .300 NM barrel will only live to 1,200-1,500 rounds. With things like barrel life and ammo availability into consideration, the 6mm Creedmoor is a perfect option for the more seasoned and able LR shooter who doesnt mind reloading consistently and replacing barrels often. Overall Practicality: Unless you are a military sniper, this round has almost zero practicality. From PRS shooters to Long Range hunters, the Creedmoor has made a name for itself. It can be challenging to find even the ubiquitous 6.5 Creedmoor ammo or brass at the current stage of the Great Shortage. The research is out there if you need it. He wanted an even lighter-recoiling cartridge with the same performance, so the 6mm Creedmoor was born. He is also a passionate supporter of the Second Amendment. History: The .224 Valkyrie was the child of an experiment by Federal in 2017 to reach into the 1,000-yard competition circuit (which was dominated by the .30 caliber class cartridges) with a small .22 caliber projectile. High-end AR-10s can regularly maintain sub-MOA accuracy. Most service rifle matches include stages at 200, 300 and 600 yards, from various positions, some timed, while others are slow-fire. Mag. A big selling point to the Grendel is its ease on barrels. It offers exceptional accuracy and a decent range for shooters who do not have Long Range facilities available. The components for reloading are also readily available. The final result was a flat shooting 6.5 projectile that flew like a .300 Winchester Magnum but with less recoil than a .308. Other than that, the projectiles will always be available. Due to its age and relevance today, the .308 has proven itself for over 65 years! That is an on-the-spot selection. Steve has sorted the data by bore diameter. However, given the choice, there are drastically more capable cartridges. In the world of practical precision rifle competition, exemplified by the NRL, PRS, RTC, and other series, there is an arms race among light-recoiling 6mm cartridges. Recoil Condition: With a suppressor on the .300 Norma Magnum, the recoil still isnt all that bad. Its also a great option for those interested in close to medium range varmint hunting. After seeing such success with its flagship cartridge, Hornady wanted to take the Creedmoor to the next level. For example, I know some people who shoot 1000 yards with 223. There is definitely a point of diminishing returns with the .308. Barrel Life: The .338 Norma did what the Lapua did. Thinking that its deficiencies compared to newer calibers are mainly its moderate BC bullets due to cartridge length, I thought I might try reloading long with something like the 225gr ELDM. Especially in the bolt action realm. The .300 WSM steals the performance of a .300 WM and transforms it down to a short-action rifle. Average price per round$1.00. Both SOCOM (Special Operations Command) and the US Army have selected the .300 Norma Magnum as their hottest and newest sniper rifle cartridge. Time of Flight (ToF) (the time it takes between squeezing a trigger and the round impacting the desired target) helps describe a scenario in which a shooter can put a round on target in a shorter amount of time, but does not describe the profound damage done to the barrel. Expect to see about 2,500 round barrel life. It has less case volume, traditionally firing a heavier bulletBUT still retains energy over range better and maintains a longer Transonic Range than its bigger brother. For extreme long-range competition there are a host of specialized rounds designed to hit targets placed two miles (or more) from the shooter. We conduct interviews with gear manufacturers and engineers as well as outdoor experts so that our readers have an understanding of how and why a product worksor doesnt. A 6.5 PRC build certainly will not be cheap, so if you are a beginner or limited on budget, this is not the caliber for you. Steel placed at 500 yards are the bread-and-butter targets for PRS and NRL competition, so for these applications the pipsqueak 6mms are the best. Do your homework. Mag. Its pinpoint accuracy makes it deadly on these animals to 500 yards and more. Much less than a .308, the 6.5 Lapua is pushing a much lighter bullet than the .308 at similar speeds. 1,500m: 306 ft-lbs. Unlike the previous cartridges, this is the first one that has no parent case. My bias steers clear of the wildcat calibers. I liked that you started at 5.56 for a base caliber. However, the more compact 6.5 PRC case isat least theoreticallymore conducive to better accuracy. One thing that becomes abundantly clear is that theres a world of difference between a 1,000-yard poke and one that stretches beyond a mile (1,760 yards). Other than that, the projectiles will always be available. Too much felt recoil can build bad habits like target flincheven for experienced shooters. The long-time standard bearers are Federals two Gold Medal Match loads, the 168- and 175-grain BTHPs. Great Article!! From what can be expected, the .224 wears a little bit more than the .223, approx. The Navy switched to 190-grain Sierra Matchking HPBTs. However, most off-the-shelf Long Range rifle manufacturers are chambering their flagship rifles in 6.5 Creedmoor (and for less than $1,200). Most modern shooters are very familiar with the AR-15 design. The components for reloading are also readily available. Just $1 per month , Depending on the task at hand, the best long-range cartridge might be a big boomer or a soft-shooting pussycat. I also love that this cartridge can be fired from standard Long-Action receivers. A few specialty matches, such as the Farr trophy at Camp Perry, are fired at 1,000 yards. The Best of both worlds: After nearly 4 years of waiting, Dan Wesson's DWX is here. .300 PRC. You may see something like this: 6.5mm 140-grain VLD G1 BC: 0.593 G7 BC: 0.304. Muzzle Velocity: Average MV for a .223 is 3100 fps. That said, its most useful at 1,000 yards and beyond. Mag. Although tempted to focus on the top six winningest cartridges in the current hottest, fastest-growing long-range discipline Precision Rifle Series (PRS) I finally opted to cover an arbitrary spectrum (heaven help me) of match types and cartridge demands. That handy rifle is an excellent expression of the subtle nature of the .308. The ammo was considerably lighter, meaning the rifles could be lighter. is not typically viewed as a competition cartridge. Jack of all trades, master of none. This caliber is great for experienced PRS shooters, or big game, Long Range hunters. Its also much easier to do than it has been in the past. This cartridge as it stands is perfect for a PRS shooter. The fact that if the .308 was good enough for our boys in Viet Nam, then it sure as hell is good enough for me. This cartridge calls for a custom case. You most likely will have to compromise on certain aspects. Hopefully, at the end of this article, you can apply the same questions and principles to select which caliber you want to dive into the awesome world of long-range shooting. Designed in 2003 by Alexander Arms and based on the .220 Russian/7.62x39 mm Soviet cartridges, the Grendel remained mostly a cult cartridge until it was formally recognized by SAAMI eight years later. Barrel Life on the .243 can range anywhere from 1,500 rounds to 3,000. Since the most common .223 projectile for LR performance is the Sierra Match King 77gr OTM, we will use that; G7 BC ~ 0.202. Programs like Applied Ballistics (by far the best) can easily chart out in a spreadsheet-like format, all sorts of information important to long-range shooters. .308 Winchester. The first time I fired the .300NM I was blown away. A good muzzle brake or suppressor is advised. Different shooters will all have different calibers that are better suited for their specific goal or mission. Initial Thoughts: This round is a hammer and a scalpel. Does it go the farthest? One of the biggest drawbacks of this round is that ammunition is not readily available and its expensive. Also a great option for novice or seasoned hunters who want a great flat shooting rifle that can take groundhogs or deer just by changing the ammo. Overall Practicality: The .260 isnt too informationally unavailable to offer a great learning caliber to the average new shooter. History: Plant yourself in post-2015 and you will see an explosion of the 6.5mm family of projectiles, thanks to the 6.5 Creedmoor. Little information is out there on 6.5 PRC barrel life. Bob Meinert, FN Marketing Director, introduces FN's first commercial pistol suppressor, the FN Rush 9Ti. The 6.5 PRC, 7mm Rem. You have so much faith that your round will hit your target. Luckily, Steve Ream and Rusty Newton worked together to spot for me, and brought me onto the plate to make a fourth-round impact. Certain accessories like muzzle brakes and suppressors drastically reduce recoil (up to 70% reduction). ), neither of which is conducive to good accuracy. The picture is of one of our 2000 yard shooters who uses a 300 win mag with no issues. When a heavy 6mm Creedmoor match rifle is paired with an aggressive muzzlebrake, it barely jars when the shooter fires, making self-spotting easy. Will have to buy a 6.5 after reading your article. The last time a .270 Win. With the projectile variability and network of knowledge on this cartridge, I think its a great option to build a classic hunting rifle. Its tough, simple, and in the words of Jacob Bynum who helped with the process, sloppy and stupid, which is meant as a compliment with respect to the rifles ability to digest any .308 ammo, no matter how poorly made, and shoot it well. A good muzzle brake or suppressor is advised. The .300 PRC delivers phenomenal Long Range performance. The .308 Win. The Best 22 Rifles: Reviews & Recommendations Savage Mark II FV SEE IT Specs Barrel Length: 21 inches Weight: 5.5 Pounds Capacity: 5+1 Pros Affordable Lightweight Great for youth hunters Cons. These magnum rounds love to kill barrels. 1,500m: 426 ft-lbs. Any shooter of any age can comfortably shoot the Valkyrie without feeling recoil fatigue. It could be argued the 6.5 Creedmoor started the current long-range shooting craze. A rifle's precision depends on the tightness of the groupings it shoots or the MOA (Minute of Angle) it holds. This caliber has even won military contracts from SOCOM in 2017, which I specifically took part in. Rule of thumb: 30-50 fps for every inch of the barrel either gained or lost. Does it go the farthest? Assuming you have a decent .300 Win. What do I mean by that? Slightly more than the .308 Winchester. The new 9mm suppressor can mount easily to any pistol barrel threaded x28 inches and doesn't compromise on sound suppression, gas blowback or recoil. Mag. Overall Practicality: I heavily recommend this caliber to those out there who want magnum performance without magnum recoil. Ammo Availability: .243 Winchester is still a viable option for most East Coast White Tails and Mid-West Prairie Dogs. Nosler Trophy Grade Accubond 165-grain .308 Win. The .300 PRC tries to deliver to a market that doesnt need what its selling. Clearly, the rise in popularity of 6.5 mm cartridges, which was inspired by the 6.5 Creedmoor, has driven MSR shooters wanting to experience ballistic nirvana to the Grendel. One of the newer cartridges on the list, the .300 PRC comes to us from Hornady in 2018. He wanted an even lighter-recoiling cartridge with the same performance, so the 6mm Creedmoor was born. 5. No issue finding it. Extreme-distance shooters typically opt for obscenely powerful cartridges such as the .338 Lapua, .375 Cheytac and .416 Barrett, but I crunched the ballistics of the 7mm SAUM pushing a 180-grain Berger VLD at 3,000 fps in sea-level atmospherics and again at my home elevation of 5,000 feet. Right now, there is no loaded ammo and barely any brass available from Alpha and GAP. The key to the Dasher and these other rounds is their consistency. Length-of-pull and comb height adjustments help fit the rifle to any shooter. With a suppressor on the .300 Norma Magnum, the recoil still isnt all that bad. Since the beginning, the 6.5 has taken off as one of the best LR cartridges to date. Introduced to us in 1955, the .243 was designed as a sporting and target rifle round. drops 6.7 inches at 300 yards and just under 20 inches at 400 yards. For the reloading enthusiasts, this gives another round to be excited for. For all-around optimal performance, the projectile weight needs to be in the 140gr+ range. Its factory stock features an aluminum mini chassis for accuracy and molded-in QD flush cups for your favorite sling. Au contraire! Projectile manufacturers are even still making their high-end rounds in .243. Reloading is also expensive because the brass isnt cheap. I ended up going with a 6.5 PRC for target shooting, and this article was a factor in that decision. Unlike 99.999% of Internet articles vomited out by any and everybody, I could taste the sweet and aromatic aroma of actual first-hand knowledge, long experience, and deep expertise oozing out of each sentence. The .243 does not have enough. At 1000m, look at how much more RE the 140gr bullet has over the 130gr. Mag. This was a great article that puts a lot of good info out there that we average shooters would not have otherwise realized. . It is a totally surreal feeling.. It wont keep up with the 6 mm ARC, but its still a great long-range performer in an AR-15, and there is a good selection of Grendel loads to choose from. Put the two together and you have a great shooting LR round. I also took ballistic performance into account, as well as the experiences and results of the top long-range shooters in the world. Very similar to the .243 Winchester. It offers exceptional accuracy and a decent range for shooters who do not have Long Range facilities available. With care and discipline, a 6.5 Grendel barrel will outlive a .308. With less powder capacity than a .300 WM, the WSM is still manageable. 500m: 2,364 ft-lbs. I like the idea of basically a short-action .300 Win Mag. It is meant for the traditional long-range projectile; featuring a long, slender ogive and a boat-tail rear end. As a result, barrel life suffers. I fear that is about all this round is targeted for. History: One of the newer cartridges on the list, the .300 PRC comes to us from Hornady in 2018. Although common sense describes how RE will affect your ballistic performance, if youre a steel or paper target shooter, RE does not play a large factor.

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