Recoil Condition: Very similar to the .243 Winchester. It makes for easy reading in an \all in one place\ comparison, rather than spending time trying to find this data all over the internet. The issue with the Nosler cartridges is barrel life. I think this cartridge will prove useful to the long range community in the future. Based off of the .375 Ruger Compact Magnum, the PRC tries to deliver the best performance in its case range. That kind of long-range accuracy comes at a hefty price with this model starting at $11,700 from the manufacturer. Weatherbys Preferred Caliber For 500 To 1,000 Yards And Beyond: .260 Remington (130-grain Berger AR Hybrid OTM Tactical) Preferred Rifle And Optic: AR with a 16- or 18-inch barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate, along with a variable-power scope utilizing a first-focal-plane Horus Tremor2 or Tremor3 reticle Why? Most off the shelf set-ups are going to be on the high end of the market so the 6mm CM is not ideal for a beginner shooter. Mag. Surely this is 42.9 just over a meter? the max load is the distance load. 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. I'm thinking under 1000 yards, it is flatter shooting than even my .388 Lapua. The world record for the longest confirmed sniper shot at 2,707 yards (1.5 miles) was achieved with this round by a British Army sniper, Corporal Craig Harrison. Posted: 10/1/2007 3:10:34 PM EST. 1,000m: 1,451 ft-lbs 1,500m: 722 ft-lbs. For those PRS guys that prefer bolt-guns, the PRC is a great alternative to the CM. During its launch in 1997, the .260 was still on par with other wildcats. Recoil Condition: With a muzzle brake and/or suppressor, the .300WM can feel similar to a .308 Winchester. Great information you have come up with. Recoil statistics are offered for reference. Is it possible to show those on your web site list? It is also the most popular caliber for the most popular and modular riflethe AR-15. Recoil Condition: A line can be drawn in the sand between the .30 cal class projectiles and the .338 and larger. (not the bullet Id choose for this beast, just puts it nicely in line with the others), What does that do for you at regular ranges? No one can deny how terrific a .300 WM performs at extended range. As said before, I come from a different world. Barrel Life: Because the 6.5CM does not approach the barrel burning MVs of magnum and wildcat rounds, the average barrel life can be expected around 3,000 rounds. A Canadian sniper had a record kill at over 3500 yards last year in Afghanistan. Excellent work!! Thanks Will! The projectile still punched through steel at one mile! Full Disclosure Here. I do not know of any systems running this caliber in gas guns. What are the best long-range cartridges: .22-250 Remington .308 Winchester .300 Winchester Magnum .338 Lapua Magnum .300 Weatherby Magnum 6.5 Creedmoor 6.5-284 Norma 26 Nosler Been there done that, so Im not playing holier-than-thou. 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. Hornady designed the 6.5 PRC for use in a bolt-gun. Now when it comes to ammo, I already mentioned wildcat cartridges. Likewise, what is the best caliber for 1000 yards? The 6.5 has even made its way into the SOCOM sniper community. The 130's start out the fastest and have the least drop at 500 yards, about 50" with a 100 yard zero. Again, as most wildcat rounds are concerned, barrel life will not be great. 500m: 2,621 ft-lbs. 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. Obviously Weatherby and Nosler, but are there other manufacturers, vendors, builders to consider? I also appreciate the realistic exposition of the relevant comparison between effects of flat-shooting cartridge vs judging cross-wind! Initial Thoughts: The first time I fired the .300NM I was blown away. It packs a serious punch with high ballistics as well. The average price per round will be close to $2.00. It shoots far and flat, it doesnt kick, and it doesnt break the bank. If youre planning on buying a gun to shoot long range shots this is recommended reading. A line can be drawn in the sand between the .30 cal class projectiles and the .338 and larger. Good work mate. 1000 Yard Shooting Part II Caliber Selection, Shooting Technique, Reloading and the Mental Game. Get the gist? That is an on-the-spot selection. Unfortunately being such an older caliber, new-age tactical guys will not see this cartridge on many platforms. Below is a chart indicating the three best flat-shooting cartridges and their muzzle velocity, drop, energy levels, and felt recoil. 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. I like that the caliber is being offered in high-end AR-10 platforms for the gas-gun enthusiasts. Barrel Life: Again, as most wildcat rounds are concerned, barrel life will not be great. Initial Thoughts: Again, this round is such a classic. Ive always liked the .260. Drops just 11.6 inches. 500m: 2,115 ft-lbs 1,000m: 937 ft-lbs. 6mm vs. 6.5mm vs. Big 30s In 100/200 yard Benchrest shooting, the 6PPC is pretty much king of the hill. The .300 PRC tries to deliver to a market that doesnt need what its selling. Nosler's goal was to improve on the 7mm Rem Mag without creating a full magnum length cartridge. So since it doesnt work AT ALL for serious shooters, it doesnt get much air time, and then the average hunter who only shoots 2-3 boxes per YEAR never hears about it. Give this round a few years for the market to catch up. Very similar to the Lapua Magnum. Overall Practicality: Incredible mid to long-range performance. You have so much faith that your round will hit your target. Unless you will be loading subsonic rounds, all standard Long Range rifle calibers maintain supersonic flight (Mach 1 or greater than 1125 fps). A 30-06 will take any game on the NA Continent. Very nice article. Since the beginning, the 6.5 has taken off as one of the best LR cartridges to date. As said before, the standard rifle manufacturers have not caught up the .224 Valkyrie. Any seasoned long-range shooter will tell you that understanding the dynamics of Transonic Range (TR) is critical in overall success. And most of all, be safe and be fun. Without a muzzle brake or suppressor, the .338 Lapua Magnum offers a challenging recoil experience. The 6.5 PRC was born at the 2018 SHOT Show. His favorite caliber at the time for LR competition shooting was the 6.5CM. 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. By using the same overall magazine length dimension, the 6.5 could still use the STANAG (NATO dimension) magazine pattern. The round easily has enough energy to kill whitetail deer at 300 yards. Only B.C. With available projectiles ranging from 40 grains up to 90, MVs could also range from 3400 to 2600 fps. Ammo Availability: Several factory loads do exist on the market today. That being said, to reach out to the big leagues (+1600m) you will definitely need the larger magnum rounds. No. 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. For someone considering PRS matches, this rifle is not for you. Ammo Availability: Again, being one of the forefathers of the Long Range shooting community, .308 is found everywhere. Its not the fastest, farthest, or most accurate roundbut it will certainly get the job done with less headache and wallet-ache. Handloading ammunition can reap the reward of selecting the exact projectile with the exact desired BC. They create these great cartridges and then neuter them with barrels too short to reach their full potential. So having the mission flexibility to own a heavy, long-barreled bolt gun AND a lightweight, semi-auto gas gun that fires the same familiar roundis priceless. wins again with just 218.5 inches of drop, the 27 Nosler moves into second place with its 150-grain bullet falling only 225.8 inches. The .308 would have a slight advantage in barrel life, Im sure. Maximum effective range is out to 1,200 yards, and the round really comes into its own at 800 to 1,000. The 300 Win Mag is definitely on the list. I took the shot prone and then stood up after the wildebeest tipped over after a perfect shot. One big drawback to the Valkyrie is the same as the .223. Unlike most rifle cartridges, the trajectory stays level out to about 300 yards. Flattest at 500 yards Weatherbys wildly overbore 6.5-300 wins again! The 220 Swift would be my pick for coyotes, rodents, and probably pronghorn if it werent for the wind deflection issue. While the 6.5mm (0.264) projectile was incredibly popular in Europe, the US in the late 90s was still stuck on the .30 caliber range. Most common calibers are just fine for regular range shots under 300 yards. Cross-Platform Use: Few AR-10s exist that can fire the .300WM. 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. Banish 30. With available projectiles ranging from 40 grains up to 90, MVs could also range from 3400 to 2600 fps. I do believe the market will catch up to this round. The two most common BCs used are G1 and G7 below: If you notice the G7 profile has a more streamlined design. One argument for a flat-shooting cartridge is that it covers mistakes. 500m: 1,212 ft-lbs. For reference, see the WSSM line. MY DAD raised me on 30-06, and I have a hard time looking elsewhere. Their high muzzle velocity and heavy projectile weights greatly increase erosion of the lands and grooves that make up the barrel rifling. My own personal Remington 700 chambered in .308 shoots a five-round shot group of Federal Gold Medal Match at 0.60-0.75 MOA at 100m. I see this more for the shooter that needs terminal performance. No other caliber on this list can perform more universally across multiple systems than the .308. Its an excellent choice for shooting groundhogs out to 500 yards. This basically means the opening of the case where the bullet is seated, is tightened from 6.8mm to 5.7mm. Remaining Energy: Muzzle: 5,096 ft-lbs. Like many standardized wildcat rounds, this cartridge excelled in bench rest, long range medium game hunting, and steel target shoots. (Well that largely depends on the shooter). You can certainly find uppers to piece onto your AR-10 lower. 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