The overall purpose of the Grendel was to deliver extended accuracy and range of the .223/5.56 NATO in the same AR-15 platform. The .308 Winchester round shoots pretty flat out to 200 yards when it starts to drop. Somewhere in-between an AR-15 and AR-10. The average cost per round of .260 Remington online will be around $1.70. Barrel Life. 1,500m: 362 ft-lbs. I personally shoot a .338 Edge, and I am not at all upset it did not make the list. Initial Thoughts: I see another wildcat come to the limelight. Muzzle: 4,186 ft-lbs. (Essentially, you don't have to arc the 300 Win Mag's bullet trajectory in order to strike a target up . Although I dont see this being an entry-level caliber, it could very well lead to a goal for new shooters. Cross-Platform Use: Since this caliber is somewhat antiquated, the modern tactical platforms have not maintained product lines for the .243. Still not in the magnum range so no worries. Despite its relatively low B.C. Yes, the article most definitely included the 7mm Mag, but the specific cartridge mentioned by Nick is what the original article would have included as an exotic version, NOT something found chambered in most any rifle. This old timer remains a phenomenon, flat-shooting and effective. MVs vary between 2,600 fps and 2,900 fps depending on projectile grain weight. Our margin for distancing error at 700 yards just went from 12 yards with the 30-06 to 25 yards with the 30-378. Since the beginning, the 6.5 has taken off as one of the best LR cartridges to date. For someone considering PRS matches, this rifle is not for you. The 6.5 PRC was born at the 2018 SHOT Show. This is especially important to those of you who reload and can tailor a custom load for your rifle. not a rifle. The components for reloading are also readily available. With the popularity of this cartridge . Im not going to dive too deep down that rabbit-hole, or even techniques to help. Recoil Condition: Like most calibers with projectiles lighter than 150 grains, the recoil can be considered light. .280 Ackley Improved The .280 Ackley Improved got its start as a wildcat cartridge, and it's never enjoyed the popularity of the other cartridges listed here. plays a major roll in trajectory, but is second in significance to muzzle velocity. Now that we are pushing a 140gr projectile up to nearly 3,000 fps, the recoil will slightly increase over the 6.5 Creedmoor. Both are 338-378 Wby. The longer the bullet is in the air, the longer gravity can pull on the object. .223 Wylde chambered 20" barreled rifle. I also love that this cartridge can be fired from standard Long-Action receivers. Do you have any of the data on the weight of the bullets, the brand of the bullets, the BC, any of the information related to the data youre posting? .223 Remington/5.56 NATO - Old Faithful. Smart Self-Defense: Knowing When To Shoot And When Not To, Concealing Your Guns: 7 Ways To Keep Them Safe And Out Of Sight, 4 Less-Than-Lethal But Effective Weapons For Home Defense. Since the most common .223 projectile for LR performance is the Sierra Match King 77gr OTM, we will use that; G7 BC ~ 0.202. [#19] According to the FAQ at the top of this page 7.62 NATO is the hardest hitting at any range from a rifle length barrel. Ammo Availability: Ammo is available online, however, it is not cheap. Not a lot of difference in drops between the cartridges though; you need accurate yardage readings to get your drop correct. Cheapest I found is 80 cent. I mean, its the flattest shooting cartridge around, but you took a huge bump in recoil over the 300 win mag or even 270 WSM for 41 more usable yards of MPBR. Prairie dogs?). Thats what happened with Norma. The .308 Win case has a nice even powder burn and has readily available brass for reloading. All images on our website are the property of their respective owners. 1,000m: 437 ft-lbs. This may be a factor in selecting another caliber or something that goes into the decision-making process if researching your own. For the Long Range hunting community, I would argue that the .30-06 still has a place in this world. Thanks One thing that makes the .308 Winchester one of the best Long Range cartridges ever, is that in a pinch, you can find ammo for it ANYWHERE. The numbers are beyond impressive. With less powder capacity than a .300 WM, the WSM is still manageable. They are normalized within caliber. I really like the 6.5 Lapua for seasoned bolt-gun competition shooters. Anecdotally, PRS shooters are having to change barrels once per year. First, some boundaries. The recoil is almost non-existent. Depending on the caliber you are using, a long-range shooting may be at 1,000 and more yards, but if you are committed to rimfires than 200-300 yards is very long-distance shooting. Many hunters still use this cartridge for its hard-hitting terminal performance and flat flying exterior ballistics. Zeroing for 100 yards or farther will change drop significantly. Yes, itis true that long-range shots can be made with typical rifle calibers such as 308 Winchester, 30-06 Springfield and 7.62 X 54R, but these calibers were not designed with extreme ranges in mind. Today, this cartridge is in use globally by military/LE personnel, hunters, and LR shooting enthusiasts. However, I cant jump fully on board until more bolt action options are available. Overall best performance for the cost and practicality is the goal. After writing each of these parameters and reviewing each caliber, I could think of around much better suited than the 6.5 CM in a given categorybut it excels in almost every category. 1,500m: 426 ft-lbs. Here are four long-range rifles you should consider: Prized for its ability as a flat-shooting cartridge, the 300 Winchester Magnum is capable of 3,260 feet per second (fps) and 2,658 foot pounds of muzzle energy with a 150 grain bullet, and 3,000 fps and 4,223 foot pounds of muzzle energy with a 180 grain bullet. Initial Thoughts: Again, this round is such a classic. Because this cartridge is so new, ammo prices are going to be high. But if it isnt, go read the article again. This cartridge chambered three iconic US Service weapons; the 1903 Springfield rifle, M1 Garand, and the Browning Automatic Rifle (BAR). The top-end stuff certainly has its gatekeepers. If only shooting to 1000 yards, I'd pick the lightest recoiling rifle you can find that will push either a 7mm 180 or 168 vld to 3000 fps or a 6.5 140 class to 3000 fps or close. 1,500m: 610 ft-lbs. Cross-Platform Use: Multi-platform builds do exist in the .260 Remington. Cross-Platform Use: A big selling point to the 6CM is that from its inception, and from the help of GA Precision, its use in the AR-10 platform has been immensely popular among PRS shooters. This is the allure and benefit of a flat shooting bullet. The .308 Win used 175s with a higher BC than the .30-06s 168 grain Sierra. With the right rifle, the .300WM can be a very smooth shooting set-up. Comfortable price point. Especially in the bolt action realm. Its not the fastest, farthest, or most accurate roundbut it will certainly get the job done with less headache and wallet-ache. Also, no mention of the .375 & .408 Chey Tac, the 416 Barrett, and of course the .50 BMG. Will have to buy a 6.5 after reading your article. Similarly to the .300 WSM, this round excels in Long Range hunting. These cartridges all drop less than 255 at 1,000 yards. They wanted a superior hunting and LR cartridge with similar trajectories as the .300 WM, but with less powder use and recoil. For the hunters in mind, the ability to take a .30 caliber projectile (which has the superior terminal performance to the smaller 6.5mm projectiles) and flatten its trajectory to achieve those longer shots in higher winds is crucial. Also, I used something called G1 B.C. Ammo Availability: Factory ammunition can be found nearly anywhere for about 30 cents per round but as stated before, prices range greatly. The new case was developed for years based on the T65 developmental cartridge. bullet twice that far. Again, this round is such a classic. Great Article!! Created in 2007 by a ballistics team from Hornady, the 6.5 Creedmoor was designed as an improved Long Range target cartridge, based on the .308 Winchester .30 TC (Thompson Center). rating, that 100-grain bullet is hanging in there. 500m: 2,755 ft-lbs. This last factor will doom the cartridge, in and of itself if no one else picks up the torch for brass production (which isnt likely). throwing a 55-gr. The average price per round will be close to $2.00. With a flatter trajectory and less wind drift the .300 Win Mag offers a useful step up in performance in a similar size rifle. 1,000m: 1,345 ft-lbs. The 6.5300 Weatherby magnum, as its name suggests, is based on the 300 Weatherby mag and has a case capacity of 98 grains of water. Thanks. Ammo Availability: Like the .308 Winchester, ammo availability and reloading components are everywhere. Very modular across nearly any rifle system. Most people believe that the flattest shooting rifle caliber is the .22-250. 500m: 1,212 ft-lbs. I've been toting a T3 Lite Stainless in .308 Winchester for many years. So when I speak of overall practicality, I would steer people towards a round that is attainable in an easily bought rifle. I noticed in your video that your chart also listed energy and recoil. As for PRS shooters, with great flat trajectories and low-recoil, follow-up shots are a breeze. The possibilities are endless with the .223. Barrel Life on the .243 can range anywhere from 1,500 rounds to 3,000. Thanks. At 150 yards the target is a 6 inch hole and the gong is behind it. WELL DONE!!! The 6.5 Creedmoor has made a name for being one of the best overall performing and versatile calibers for the Long Range market. They throw in 200 rounds ($1,400 worth), but you still need to provide your own optics. The .243 was also a great option for those living in countries that banned the use of military countries (.308 Win/7.62x51mm NATO). Why even mention such an antiquated round? Somehow stumbled onto this article. One of the great things about a .223 rifle build is that the recoil is manageable for a shooter of any age. 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. Surely this is 42.9 just over a meter? The rifle is my primary backcountry gun for deer, elk, bear and whatever else I think I may need to hunt. At 1000 yards a .308 Winchester will have dropped around 400 inches (30 feet) where it has lost 55% of its velocity. And most of all, be safe and be fun. The .338 Lapua Magnum offers very impressive external and terminal ballistic performancebut at a steep cost. Shockingly, the average price per round is $4.75. Recoil Condition: Now getting up into the .30 cal plus magnum rounds, the recoil will be noticeably greater than the .308 Winchester. They are great long-range guns, but not known by the our Armed Forces community. So I find it strange you dont have it on any of the lists from what I have seen. No one denies how incredibly devastating this caliber can be, but for the average tactical and competition guy, this caliber is overkill. Its an excellent choice for shooting groundhogs out to 500 yards. At A Glance: Our Top 5 Picks For Long Range Calibers in 2022 Best for Beginners: 5.56mm/.223 Remington Minimal Recoil: 224 Valkyrie Best for Long Range: 243 Winchester Best for Seasoned Shooters: 6mm Creedmoor Best Value: 6.5mm Grendel To find the ideal caliber you'll have to ask yourself a few questions. Although its going to be easier to estimate drop for a 700 yard shot with a 30-378, compared to a 30-06, you still need to range your animal within +/-25 yards using the 30-378 to hit vitals. As more and more interest in the Long Range community, one thing has become apparent. The big 7mm will recoil more, but you will do better in windy conditions. However, I cant jump fully on board until more bolt action options are available. Now when it comes to ammo, I already mentioned. Want to run your own ballistics numbers? I still like this cartridge for a bolt gun though. They will also fit any .308 Winchester bolt face; meaning that to obtain a 6.5CM, all you need to do is swap a barrel, making this cartridge extremely modular across bolt and gas guns. While that incredibly fast 6.5-300 Wby. MV values for the .224 vary from 2,700 fps (90 grain projectiles) to 3,400 fps (60 grain projectiles). Nosler's goal was to improve on the 7mm Rem Mag without creating a full magnum length cartridge. I shot this out of the new Barrett ASR at 1,600m. The caliber took the LR community by storm. Corporal McMahon is a former 0317 Scout Sniper with 1st BN 2nd Marines. New LR shooters also often skimp on glass and what I see most often is that someone buys a cheap scope so that they can afford other goodies for their rifles. Save your money and invest in training and supplemental gear. Still less than the classic .308 Winchester. I like the idea of taking the .223/5.56 concept and stretching its legs. Shooters have no real idea how much drop a bullet has at long ranges like 1500 yards. As you can see, one of our gold standard flat-shooting cartridges (.270 Winchester) does not compare favorably with either of the Noslers or the Weatherby Magnum. 500m: 2,364 ft-lbs. Real-world shooting of this round is even more impressive. For someone considering PRS matches, this rifle is not for you. Digging Into the Numbers All in all, this cartridge changed the tactics of the US military, and later, NATO allies. The 257 Weatherby Mag. Often theyre inflated. The Verdict: If you put a gun to my head, the 6.5mm Creedmoor is the best, overall, Long Range caliber. A 3 mph breeze at the shooter can become a 20 mph roar in the canyon halfway to the target. What is your goal? Most Magnum cartridges have 10 times less barrel life than standard cartridges. Muzzle: 2,240 ft-lbs 500m: 1,091 ft-lbs 1,000m: 457 ft-lbs 1,500m: 221 ft-lbs. Expect to see 2,500-3,000 rounds out of your barrel. Ammo Availability: The 6.5 Grendel can be found on almost all online ammo retailers. A pencil barrel and light-weight wooden stock, the .308 can feel pretty sharp. 1,500m: 306 ft-lbs. While heavier bullets at low speed dont shoot as flat, they do carry energy further generally. The Savage retails for under $900 and the Winchester can be had for closer to $1,100. It is a wildcat custom-build-only proposition that has no ammo available and has to have brass formed unless you are lucky enough (and rich enough) to find some ADG made for this round and even then, variations will exist in reamer design to render the ADG brass only marginally more useful than formed 300 Ultra brass. 1,500m: 362 ft-lbs. This can get expensive so choosing my first is very important. Remaining Energy: Muzzle: 4,677 ft-lbs. The caliber took the LR community by storm. I heavily recommend this caliber to those out there who want magnum performance without magnum recoil. Currently, G1 through G8 and GL is the only mathematical models to express BCs. The average price per round will be around $2.00. I initially did not put a brake on itafter the 14th round (during barrel break-in) my right peck muscle started to quiver. 1,000m: 585 ft-lbs. The US military decided that the average rifle squad was more effective by accurately delivering rounds on target with a 5.56mm rifle than the heavier recoiling 7.62 platforms. It just murders your shoulder, ears, and pocketbook at the same time drop in feet Shooting at 700 (In Theory) The 300 Win Mag is definitely on the list. Recoil Condition: This round is special just like the other 6.5mm projectiles in its class. Also, as identical as you can recreate two firearms and two exact ammo loads, those two guns will never have the same exact MV. This topic of long-range calibers is debated across many different disciplines including PRS, Tactical, Military/Law Enforcement, Hunting, etc. This means that the projectile will reach its Transonic Range at a further distance; increasing its overall effective range. You can argue that you can get the 243 WSSM shooting flatter, but that cartridge is already considered obsolete. With the projectile variability and network of knowledge on this cartridge, I think its a great option to build a classic hunting rifle. Ballistic Co-Efficient: The 123 ELD Match will be used G1: 0.506 G7: 0.255, Remaining Energy: Muzzle: 2,065 ft-lbs 500m: 943 ft-lbs 1,000m: 357 ft-lbs 1,500m: 225 ft-lbs. 270. One of the advantages of the 300 Winchester Magnum is that it can be loaded in a long-rifle action rather than a more expensive Magnum receiver. Since its inception, the .308 has remained the most popular choice of Long Range shooters, snipers, and hunters. A flat shooting cartridge matters. I like the ability to swap barrels on the same action as a .308 or .300giving you great anti-personnel effects, while also being capable of anti-material mission capabilities with the .338. I just want to quickly thank you for the great videos and for producing this table of bullet drop data. A column writer for Outdoor Life wanted to do a piece on how to design a wildcat cartridge. This was and continues to be one of the top 1000 yard rounds out there, period. The goal was to standardize a wildcat cartridge that married the .338 Winchester Magnum and the .375 H&H Magnum. With a muzzle brake and/or suppressor, the recoil is definitely manageable. Again, being one of the forefathers of the Long Range shooting community, .308 is found everywhere. Vastly improved barrel life by having a good case volume to bore volume ratio, and pushing longer bullets through the tube. I have found that when talking about these large caliber hunting rounds, there is not a tremendous difference in bullet drop. Be aware that many of these bullets could have been target bullets. The Chey-Tac M200 Intervention is the bolt-action rifle built to handle this round, and shooters have been documented firing a group of 3 shots within 16 inches at 2,321 yards. With regard to external and terminal ballistics, a screaming Muzzle Velocity has its ups and downs. . Since the .260 is not firing heavy bullets over 2,900 fps, the barrel life can be similar to other 6.5mm cartridges in its classabout 2,500-3,500 rounds. Ammo Availability: Due to the popularity of the cartridge, 6.5CM ammo can be found almost anywhere. Because the .224 is so new, the market is still catching on. Its use today is limited to medium to big-game hunting; bolt action only. With more case volume than a .308 and firing the same grain weight bullet, the .30-06 will have more felt recoil than a .308. The 408 CheyTac was designed by John D. Taylor and William Wordman specifically for military long-range sniper use. Take the Lapua and shorten the case so it can be fired from a standard Long Action. Unfortunately being such an older caliber, new-age tactical guys will not see this cartridge on many platforms. I'm thinking under 1000 yards, it is flatter shooting than even my .388 Lapua. Getting into the magnum calibers, recoil is going to be noticeably more than the .308 Winchester. 1,500m: 426 ft-lbs. The only advantage of the upcoming 6.8 Western is that ammo and brass has been on store shelves awhile and there are still no guns available. 1,500m: 610 ft-lbs. However, with the 6CM being available in more modern builds, devices like muzzle brakes and suppressors (that are not found on most .243 rifles), will make for an even more pleasant recoil experience from the 6CM. Hunters can take advantage of flat shooting rounds to extend maximum point blank range, the distance over which a center-of-target aim results in the bullet remaining within the kill zone, never climbing above it at mid-range and remaining in it until maximum point blank range is reached. Most of these calibers are also fairly expensive to shoot in both ammo and barrel replacements. As to be expected, the 6mm Creedmoor is still a young cartridge. Do you intend to run the same caliber across bolt and semi systems? The wildly overbore 6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum wins or places near the top of the flat-shooter podium at most ranges to at least 1,000 yards. Most modern shooters are very familiar with the AR-15 design. It shoots flatter, and with less drift by far than the 308's best load. Appropriate hunting bullets may not reach these levels of B.C. Fantastic information. The 6.5 Creedmoor has made a name for being one of the best overall performing and versatile calibers for the Long Range market. No howitzers or tanks.). Its not uncommon in the sniper community to see MVs differ by up to 150 fps (feet per second) across two different M110s both shooting M118LR ammunition of the same lot. Our blog and video on the Flattest Shooting Cartridge Ever! Hey there from Melbourne, Australia. Recoil Condition: Very similar to the Lapua Magnum. Recoil Condition: With more case volume than a .308 and firing the same grain weight bullet, the .30-06 will have more felt recoil than a .308. Recoil Condition: A line can be drawn in the sand between the .30 cal class projectiles and the .338 and larger. And here they are: Flattest at 300 yards 240 Wby. Greatly extended range external and terminal ballistic performance at the cost of barrel life. Muzzle Velocity: Using the US Militarys XM1163, MV: 2,940 fps, Ballistic Co-Efficient: 230gr Berger Hybrid OTM Tactical G1: 0.717 G7: 0.368, Remaining Energy: Muzzle: 4,414 ft-lbs. Thats equal magnitude to 200fps less flatness! If money is no problem, then check out the Sako TRG-42 at $4,000 pricey, but one of the best in its class. THANK God for analysts like you Jim your passion for statistics really help us guys with our difficult choices and how we spend our hard earned money.. Im definitely sold on the 6.5-300 wby mag its definitely the new Era 270 in my books. However, the .50BMG bullet will reach the target with 143 less drop than the 6.5 Creedmoor, because it has more mass which leads to a higher BC, and that higher BC given the same velocity, makes it slow down less during flight. 6.5CM cases will fit an AR-10 magazine. Banish 30. Also, experience firing large bore calibers is advised. As soon as a projectile leaves the muzzle, the earths gravity instantly begins to affect the trajectory of the round. Copyright Ron Spomer Outdoors document.write(new Date().getFullYear()) However, in 1969 Remington picked it up forcing it to become a standard cartridge that is nothing more than a necked down version of the .30-06. For those PRS guys that prefer bolt-guns, the PRC is a great alternative to the CM. Muzzle Velocity: MVs vary between 2,600 fps and 2,900 fps depending on projectile grain weight. Not very economically practical for the entry-level guys, but for those taking rifles down-range itll give you confidence if you get issued a rifle chambered in this cartridge. You dream it, and it can be done. History: What a cool story herethe Norma Magnum comes to us as an improvement on the Lapua Magnum. 1000 Yard Shooting Part II Caliber Selection, Shooting Technique, Reloading and the Mental Game. unfair comparison, Hornady makes a 139 grain BTSP for the 7mm mag very flat shooter, Great info, thanks for your difficult work. The big advantage and why the .260 became so popular was that it could easily be necked up or down by using other standard rifle cartridges, making reloading a breeze. Fifty years ago, a cartridge in America simply needed to be capable of grouping under 1.5 inches at 100 yards, shooting fast (flat) enough to enable a dead-on hold to 250 yards, and hitting hard enough to kill a deer or elk. In order to do so, their already proven case, the 6.8 SPC (Special Purpose Cartridge) was necked down to fit a .22 caliber projectile. As said before, I come from a different world. Im very glad I read it and committed to the round. bullets at faster speeds allows the projectile to get to the target sooner, minimizing the amount of time all three forces have to affect the bullets trajectory. Stopping power is impressive. My grandkids have a poem for this photo: Cartridge cartridge on the table, choose the flattest if youre able. Mag. BUT, just keep in mind that sticking to one caliber, and being able to use that caliber in multiple systems does have advantages. Flattest at 500 yards Weatherbys wildly overbore 6.5-300 wins again! We all know that AR-10s of the past could never keep up in accuracy with a bolt gun. A popular western big-game cartridge, the 7mm Magnum doubles as an excellent tool for long-range target shooting. That still is a general rule of thumb today, but they have come a long way. The 178's start out the slowest, but at 500 yards are the fastest. I just want to see more of the market available to the 6CM. 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