Quick story.. Worth a look anyway. With the 6.5 PRC, Hornady has created a better version of the old barrel-burner. Well, theres really only one option in .22-caliber and thats the .224 Valkyrie. Pure drop from the get-go. The 6.5 PRC joined an ever-expanding field of 6.5mm (.264 in.) rating) driven more slowly. If a shooter is looking for nothing better than deer-killing accuracy at 200 yards, then there are plenty of cartridges that fit the bill, and there isnt anything to argue about. The new Federal Premium, 130-grain Terminal Ascent load with a muzzle velocity of 2825 fps shoots flat and the bullet is tough enough to handle up close impacts while still delivering good. The 223 WSSM might even beat the Swift, although its nearly obsolete already. The flattest-shooting popular rifle cartridge at 1,000 yards is the 6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum, followed by the .26 Nosler, the .28 Nosler, the .22 Creedmoor, and the 6.5 Weatherby RPM. Its moderate recoil, inherent accuracy, and proven lethality is why it is such a great choice for new hunters. That includes the 6 Dasher, 6 GT, 6 BRA, and 6 BRX, along with the 6.5mm and 6mm Creedmoors. BUCK DOYLE. When the .264 Winchester Magnum was introduced about 60 years ago, it became a sensation with shooters looking to extend their reach in the field. Ammo availability has become extensive for the 6.5 Creedmoor. No matter the choice, theres no denying that we live in a golden era of rifle accuracy. I don't expect to change your mind, but think respectful conversation is a good thing. Some of the best loads I have shot through various .223 Wylde/5.56 NATO chambers have been: The .224 Valkyrie was developed with long-range shooting in mind from its inception. Muzzle Velocity: 2,810 fps Mag. Accuracy matters. (The only reasons I can think of to buy the 308 is if you are going compete in a competition that requires that caliber or you already have plenty of reloading gear for the 308 and you don't want to change that over also. (cartridge overall length) that fits inside an AR15 magazine well can be capable of 1,000+ yards. A bullet starts to drop as soon as it leaves the barrel. Recoil is stiff and some find it hard to master. I've been toting a T3 Lite Stainless in .308 Winchester for many years. Maybe 250 if the stars align. None of them will turn you into a trained sniper, but if youve put in the range time and have the skills to stretch it out, these 10 cartridges have the reach and the thump to put game on the ground from the next canyon over. In the old way of thinking that was good because I could achieve that consistently. For that blacktail hunt I ended up creating a rifle with the now-defunct Legendary Arms Works with my friend Mike Hudgins. Then theres the matter of personal preference. He recently got a new rifle and scope so I took him to my shooting club. I have a 2506 killed a deer at 840 yards one shot !! .25-06 Rem The .25-06 Remington rifle cartridge used to be a rare wildcat. Weve built dozens of ARs and well cover all the best AR-15 upgrades such as handguards, triggers, BCGs, gas blocks, and more. You do not pay It is also a winner as a competition round, especially as a lighter ELR (extreme long range) round on targets out to 2,100 yards. .416 Barrett, while a very new cartridge compared to most, is currently the ultimate boss king of extreme long-range shooting. However, none of these choices are necessarily easy on the pocketbook, with most loads over $1/round. Although it will always be there and ready if the need arises. A few years back I took a very nicely built AR-15 to Buck Doyles training facility where a group of us shot out to 1,100 yards on steel targets. If you want to shoot flat and hit hard, this is the cartridge; at 1,000 yards it hits with more than 1,500 foot-pounds of energy. Want to send it really far downrange? If you like the idea of a six-five for going long, but hate the Creed and want something a bit different, the 6.5-284 Norma is the way to go. For many, this is a round that you hate to love. The other challenge with shooting the Dasher is that you have to handload. But in the meantime, the Dasher can rightfully claim the title as the best precision rifle cartridge on the market. Oldmarine >>> GO I know you like your Bushnell scope but you should know that they make a lot of good scopes but the one that is favored by many Long Range shooters is the Elite Tactical XRS 4.5 . At 600 and 800 yards the drop is 65 and 137 inches, respectively. So true. Thats what makes a long-range hunters heart go pitter patter, and its what has kept Weatherby in business since 1945. Mag Browning Eclipse using 208 Grain Hornady Match Bullets and am having a good time with my new DPMS with a Geissly Trigger and custom Muzzle brake with the barrel cryogenically treated hitting golf balls at 200 yards. More important is consistency, and the mild-mannered .308 demonstrates that in spades. That involves shooting ballistically aero-efficient bullets at moderate velocities with the understanding that they will retain their speed and shoot flatter at long distances while generating mild recoil and good barrel life. Define your own parameters. I made my selection of long range calibers based on my experiences hunting, shooting, and competing with these loads. Nosler is loading the 27 with their famous AccuBond, which is one of the best big-game bullets ever crafted. headspaces off the belt and has a significant amount of slop at the shoulder (about .004 in. Anyway be safe shoot str8 and God bless. Bullets of this diameter are easily configured to have extremely high ballistic coefficients. I don't hate the 308 at all, but it's been surpassed. Which as a cartridge is all good for hunting farm deer or friendly competition matches. .308 Winchester has been around for almost 70 years and has served militaries and police forces around the world as faithfully as it has served competition shooters. To explain the nuances of rifle twist rates, you can read my previous article about, After reaching out to 1,250 yards on a trip to the amazing High Bar Homestead in Gillette, WY, I am now a firm believer in the .224 Valkyrie. As for its effectiveness on game, theres little doubt about its track record there. I tried to pick out some popular ones on the market currently based on typical ranges most shooter's shoot out too. Ditto for the .300 PRC, which fixes every shortcoming of the .300 Win Mag and as the name implies (PRC - "Precision Rifle Cartridge") was made for accuracy at extreme long distance. What were your extra parameters here? It's muzzle velocity is a blistering 4145 fps. There's plenty of people that are just fine a 500 yds. During benchrest competition the targets have a paper backer that is moving placed behind them. One reason for the .300 Win. All in all, here are six bonus cartridge, all highly capable of reaching way out there. (Even though the term cartridges is correct, the common usage of caliber dictates why this story is called Best Long-Range Calibers rather than Best Long-Range Cartridges.). 28 in. If you take a left turn, you can go through an endless list of wildcat cartridges as well. The Nosler AccuBond is one of the best all-round big-game bullets offered, and Weatherby has smarly offered the 140-grain version for their 6.5 RPM cartridge. Ammo prices are a bit steeper than the previously mentioned cartridges, but the, While I was in Wyoming, I was able to test and evaluate the .224 Valkyrie with a rifle from Palmetto State Armory. Norma offers a 156-grain Oryx load that wont shoot as flat but provides great terminal performance. It has ample killing power for all but the largest of game, it is easy to shoot well, the cartridge is inherently accurate. Performance in the field is another. Newer cartridges do offer better ballistics, but at the expense of more recoil, shooter barrel life and less off-the-shelf cartridge selection. Another and even better option for reaching out to a big game animal with an AR15 is the 6.5 Grendel. And to reach out that faryoull need some quality glass, so check out our article on the Best Long Range Scopes. I've been teaching my dad how to shoot. Soon after, the .300 Win. ), neither of which is conducive to good accuracy. It nearly matches the ballistics of the Winchester Magnum, but does so in rifles with faster-twist barrels and modern powders that extend barrel life. Of course, if you want to know a LOT more about the 6.5 Grendel you need to read the 6.5 Grendel Shootout! Mag. The .308 Win. Why It Made the Cut: The 6.5 PRC is the ultimate open-country hunting cartridge. I guess because it was my dad's and the first long distance rifle I was taught with. Where the 6.5 Creedmoor excels is with its engineering. It outperforms the .280 Remington (also known as the 7mm-06 and the 7mm Express), and for years wildcatters and handloaders have been singing its praises. You can even pick it up at your local neighborhood Wal-Mart. rounds to their specs. High ballistic coefficient bullets around 100 grains give this round excellent performance out to 1,000 yards. Yup, the .257 beats everybody in speed and long-range accuracy, at least out to 500-600 yards (except the .22 Swift, and it drops off after a couple of hundred yards) . Why It Made the Cut: The .30 Stewart shot the smallest 5-shot group in history. Other than some boutique businesses that will load ammo for you, there is currently no factory 6mm Dasher offered, which is a significant barrier to entry for many shooters. Theres plenty of factory stuff that shoots lights out. towards your level. Shouldn't penetration at the point of termination be a consideration? In reference to the gentleman saying a hunter shouldnt take a long range shot, what he meant was He shouldnt take a long range shot. Yeah, 6.5s are all the rage, and their blinding popularity has taken some shine off the old .270, but the latter is still one of the very best long-range hunting cartridges. I may earn a small part of the sale from links to any products or services on this site. It was also a resounding success and has remained popular with hunters looking to stretch their effective range. With a recent elevated popularity, due in no small part to the rise of the six-fives, the Grendel is now getting the attention it deserves. It is the flattest shooting option you can get. Why It Made the Cut: The .308 Winchester is the ultimate jack-of-all-trades long-range caliber. Its also based on the 220 Russian/7.62x39mm Russian cartridge, but unlike the Valkyriewhich uses a 0.223-caliber bulletthe Grendel is yet another 6.5. Another one or two probably should have made the original list. I zeroed it at about 2 inches high at 200 yards. The intended use and shooters budget play a major role in determining which is best. If you handloaded the same heavy bullets used in the 224V and had a custom rifle built with a faster twist rate (1:8), it would either match or slightly beat the 224V. Stinnett said he would take the 6.5 Grendel brass made by Lapua and run it through a sizing die until the shoulder is pushed back far enough to chamber. And here, the 6.5 PRC shines as well. Select what level shooter you are! Happy Hunting! We'll only use the information provided according to our privacy policy. That's why the three best rifles we have sorted have a 500-yard impact range below 40''. Mag. But what are the flattest shooting rifle cartridges? They each have pros and cons. Ditto some of our fastest 7mms and 300s. Speak for yourself only. Nosler Trophy Grade Long Range, 150-grain AccuBond Long Range at 2,930 fps. Federal 140-grain Sierra Matchking 6.5 Creedmoor, Engineered for high-volume shooting in 1,000-yard competitions. In the open plains, 300 yards in 15 mph winds is the starting place. when it comes to long range hunting I have to stick to my 7mm mag custom made bolt action, an extremely flat trajectory and shots at over 1000 yards are very common. Barnes and Remington also have loads for hunting and long-range precision shooting. Hathcock, of course, went on to become the most storied Marine sniper in history in Viet Nam in the following years, though he didnt do it with a .300 Win. The adjustment to supported shooting wont be so involved, but the light triggers may ironically take some work. With the exception of the 7mm Remington Magnum, cartridges of this diameter have never been as popular in America as they should bemaybe because this was the caliber of the Imperial German Army and the Nazis. Ive also used it in Africa on large and small game, including on Giant Eland, the worlds largest antelope that tips the scales at 2,000 pounds. Just understand that you can put together the flattest shooting, most accurate AR type rifle possible, but at 1000+ yards, it probably won't compete with the best bolt actions. Caliber selection is all about figuring what trade-offs make the most sense for what you want to accomplish. Like Alice in Wonderland, you can go down a very deep rabbit hole of different calibers and cartridges for long-range shooting. Compare that with a .300 Win. shooting a 180-grain Accubond, one of the finest hunting bullets around. rem. Join F&S+ to read exclusive stories by your favorite writers. Flattest at 1,000 yards Here's where things start to change. (7.62x51mm NATO) and the .50 BMG. Based on the 7.6239/220 Russian cartridge case, the Valkyrie changes the personality of the AR-15. Federal Premium, 130-grain Terminal Ascent, .308 Winchester will win no ballistic awards. | Right now options are really slim and ammo prices are really high. more do I really need more ??? The RPM does not have a belt or the customary Weatherby radiused shoulder, and it was designed to go with an ultra-light hunting rifle. Not only are new loads being offered, new ARs and even bolt action rifles for the Grendel are being introduced. For me a guy who likes hitting steel at long range this article was extremely helpful. Swifts 150-grain Scirocco at 3,036 fps delivers outstanding terminal performance. Now, the .280 AI is finally a SAAMI-approved cartridge, and while ammunition options are sparse, its performance is right there with the 7mm Remington Magnum. When loading the cartridges the bullets were only seated .12 inches into the cases. Even though I love my Creedmoors, my 7mm Rem. Mag. 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. Only a handful of .277-caliber cartridges are made today, but the .270 Winchester is still by far the most popular, given all the guns and loads out there for it. But the velocity with a lighter grain bullet and the case capacity makes for a tremendous long-range round. Like the 6.5 Creedmoor, the .280 Ackley Improved can remain supersonic out to 1,400 yards. 6mm vs. 6.5mm vs. Big 30s In 100/200 yard Benchrest shooting, the 6PPC is pretty much king of the hill. My go to for long range hunting are the 7mm STW and 6.5-300 weatherby. Unless that backer has five distinct holes in itwhich Stinnetts didit doesnt count. Generally, traditional Weatherby Magnum cartridges perform slightly better than their Winchester or Remington magnum counterparts. There are far too many cartridges out there to narrow down, let alone the shooter's need factored in. No, its not a 6.5 Creedmoor, but few things are. Learn all the important stuff about handgunswith none of the attitude. Throw in the extra expense of spotting scopes, expensive scopes and precision rifle builds, time for reloading sub MOA cartridges, etc., and one can see a lot of time, money and devotion are required. Right here: ".300 Winchester Magnum is a favorite of hunters around the world for big game at long range. Hardly a week goes by without the introduction of a new productwhether a bullet, a type of gun powder, a riflescope, an electronic gizmo, or what have youthat doesnt help shooters put projectiles on target with greater precision. However, the .220 Swift and the .22-250 have been used to take deer out to distances a lot of folks got no business shooting, for a long, long time. Beyond 1000 yards they use either the 338 Lapua or the 50 BMG. He used .30-caliber BIB 114-grain bullets made by Randy Robinett (loaded over H4198 powder for a 2980 fps muzzle velocity). Based on the now almost-forgotten .284 Winchester, the 6.5-284 Norma was originally a wildcat cartridge and a very popular one, especially in bench-rest competitions. But that can also vary from projectile to projectile. Nonetheless, 7mm bullets can be extremely aerodynamic and, as legendary elephant hunter Karamojo Bell proved, effective on even the largest animals. It seems a bit odd to consider a .22-caliber cartridge of any design suitable for long-range hunting of even smallish big game. guns & We'll send you the latest guides and training tips geared This "best" list is a list of "best" for the author, others mileage may vary. are all capable of fine accuracy and game-killing power at these distances. That's it. wanting to hunt with it as wells a compete win PRC Im thinking it is all that Ineed and a little more. Need to recheck your math when you were talking about the .416 Barrett clinking at 5497m. Tikka T3 CTR Tikka rifles are excellent shooters. Get proficient on YOUR time. I understand why some hate the round, and its largely the .308 Winchester fanboys. These days the 26 Nosler and 6.5-300 Wby. Death in the Long Grass: A Big Game Hunter's Adventures in the African Bush .by Peter H. Capstick, Dino Paravano, Handbook for Shooters and Reloaders (Volume 1) Paperback, The Complete Guide to Hunting, Butchering, and Cooking Wild Game: Volume 1: Big Game, Horn of the Hunter: The Story of an African Safari Kindle Edition, Use Enough Gun: On Hunting Big Game Hardcover, Pheasant, Quail, Cottontail: Upland Birds and Small Game from Field to Feast Hardcover March 1, 2018, The Easy Venison Cookbook: 60 Simple Recipes for Deer, Elk, and Moose Kindle Edition, 8.5x63mm: A Rimmed Thumper for Heavy Critters. Picking six top long-range competition-cartridges was hard because various long-range disciplines apply a vast spread of demands, and many such as Palma and Service Rifle have cartridge-specific regulations. Finally, there are the really big, long range specialty cartridges like 408 CheyTac and 416 Barrett, but I dont consider those sporting hunting options. Both are of course bolt-action rifle cartridges. What about 22-250? Its pinpoint accuracy makes it deadly on these animals to 500 yards and more. Nosler Trophy Grade Accubond 165-grain .308 Win. It's a pre-64 and well it's not used much now. While they are relatively close within 500 yards, at 1,000 yards, the .308 Winchester has 4 feet more drop when you compare a 6.5 CM 140-grain ELD vs. a .308 Win 168-grain ELD. Fortunately for them, older stalwarts like the .308 Win. Stinnett stacked those bullets so perfectly that the shot-to-shot variance was only detectable by precision calipers. Where the .308 Winchester comes up short, the 6.5 Creedmoor turns on the afterburners primarily because of the 6.5mm bullets excellent sectional density and ballistic coefficient. All Rights Reserved, My Group Therapy: Shooting Log Book | 100 pages (6"x9") | Record Target Shooting Data & Improve your Skills and Precision Paperback June 13, 2019. Q: Ron, I would love to see you do a video on the all-time flattest shooting rifle. Hornadys Precision Hunter 145-grain ELD-X at 2,950 fps is the flattest-shooting .270 Winchester load. A rather odd collection but since anytime we have a "best" of anything its all subjective. Mag. Serious long-range shooters shouldn't make compromises; 6 mm ARC bullets will reach 1,000 yards before any of the others and they will also remain supersonic longer, too. Its parent case, the 6.5 Creedmoor, has an amazing pedigree for long-range shooting. However, in the 1000-yard game, many different calibers can win. The process of forming the brass is laborious. "Of course, he said quietly, it can't reach out and flatten antelope like your Weatherby, but" Can't tell you how many times I've gone back to the ballistic tables to make sure I'm not going crazy. Generally, long-range shooting is pure sport and for sport the effectiveness of the round on target is moot. The 6.5 PRC, 7mm Rem. A .270 Win is one of the flattest shooting rifles that won't beat you silly, but it still drops over three feet at 500 yds (and don't forget wind drift; it's easily =/< to drop, always a big factor). The .257 Weatherby is one of the flattest-shooting cartridges made. If it makes you feel better to hate the 6.5 Creedmoor, go ahead. If you choose to shoot long-range with a .223 Remington, I highly suggest shooting longer, heavier bullets with a 1:7 rifle twist. While there isnt much of a cheap alternative for 6.5 CM ammunition, Lucky Gunner lists S&B 140-grain FMJs for $0.78/round. We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. With the popularity of this cartridge due to Americas favorite rifle, the AR15, more and more people are stretching out its legs. The company set out to push the limits with this thing, designing it as a flat-shooting 6.5mm cartridge with performance capable of taking full advantage of the newest long-range shooting reticles used in today's scopes. Is it under a spell? I also encourage others to understand that their limits legitimately aren't limits for other people sometimes. no mention of 338 lapua? Sign up for Field & Streams newsletter to receive the latest and greatest gear reviews and expert hunting and fishing advice. A legacy that inspires confidence. is the perfect Goldilocks round. Surprisingly, even with all the extra recoil and muzzle blast, this cartridge will not shoot any flatter than most 6.5s. There may be others like the 257 Wby. and .300 Win. However, it proved to be mostly a flash in the pan. Im drawn to this new interest in long range. But putting the emotional draws to the cartridge aside, there are still plenty of pragmatic reasons for the choice. But with some tuning of the magazine that issue can be mostly mitigated. For hunting at extended ranges, the 6.5 PRC and .300 Win. What are some of your favorite long-range cartridges? Nostalgia for my earliest days in deer camp. Umm.. the .300 mag is far superior to the 308. They usually start at around $300. The sky is the limit depending on your budget and what kind of rifle you want. Been shooting this particular caliber since I bought my first legal rifle at the old age of 18 lol. Copyright 2023 Pew Pew Media, Inc. All rights reserved. RELATED: How the Brand-New 27 Nosler Revives the .277. Weve got a dedicated section for the AR-15 here. That you have to handload its largely the.308 Winchester will win no ballistic awards prices really. That was good because i could achieve that consistently all the important stuff about handgunswith none of sale! 180-Grain AccuBond, which is one of the round, and competing with these loads and a more! 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