Most effective long range sniper rifle ??

Which LR competition. There are many different classes with different rules which generate different rifles that are the 'best'.

Got to be a little more specific then 'what is the best car?'

Jerry
 
Sir Isaac Brock said:
Hi, what is the specific rifle, cartridge and scope that is winning the long range shooting competitions these days?

Thank you,

SIB :D
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mysticplayer said:
Which LR competition. There are many different classes with different rules which generate different rifles that are the 'best'.

Got to be a little more specific then 'what is the best car?'

Jerry
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When I read a question like this I immediately think of the venerable Mall Ninja competition. Someone always wins the competition but no one could find the competitors to give them the award but to answer the question the black matte rifle with the tacticool accessory usually wins.

Another thing comes to mind when I read a question like this.....:feedTroll:
 
Long distance to me means over 1,500 metres.

I have heard good things about the M-200 Intervention, Cheytac .408 with the NightForce NXS2256ZS Scope.

Any chance someone who actually wants to answer the question can participate in the conversation.

Thank you,

SIB :D
 
Sir Isaac Brock said:
Long distance to me means over 1,500 metres.

I have heard good things about the M-200 Intervention, Cheytac .408 with the NightForce NXS2256ZS Scope.

Any chance someone who actually wants to answer the question can participate in the conversation.

Thank you,

SIB :D
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The Nataional Service Conditions Champoinships that are run in Ottawa every year shoot Precision matches (sniper)out to 900m. Where can I find a 1,500m+ range in Canada?
 
maynard said:
The Nataional Service Conditions Champoinships that are run in Ottawa every year shoot Precision matches (sniper)out to 900m. Where can I find a 1,500m+ range in Canada?
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Hi, the Timberwolf .338 has a 95% accuracy rate at 1,200 metres, which is a medium distance sniper rifle, so 1,500 metres seems long distance but certainly not ultra-long distance 2,500 metres.

In addition, I do agree with your signature comments. I believe qualified gun owners should be allowed to carry handguns.
 
Sir Isaac Brock said:
Hi, the Timberwolf .338 has a 95% accuracy rate at 1,200 metres, which is a medium distance sniper rifle, so 1,500 metres seems long distance but certainly not ultra-long distance 2,500 metres.

In addition, I do agree with your signature comments. I believe qualified gun owners should be allowed to carry handguns.
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You might find more qualified folks to answer your questions at a different web site like Snipershide .com FS
 
Sir Isaac Brock said:
Hi, the Timberwolf .338 has a 95% accuracy rate at 1,200 metres, which is a medium distance sniper rifle, so 1,500 metres seems long distance but certainly not ultra-long distance 2,500 metres.

In addition, I do agree with your signature comments. I believe qualified gun owners should be allowed to carry handguns.
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You missed his question... where can one find a 1500+ M range in Canada? And again, what type of shooting are you interested in doing will dictate which rifle you will use. Different classes have different weight restrictions, but if you are looking for ultimate accuracy absent of any class restrictions you're probably looking for a rail gun.

Of course, you're looking for something tacticool like you've been pwning n00bs with on games so my suggestion is the Dragunov, the Walther WA-2000 or the Barrett M82. :nest:
 
My 2,500meter combination is 100% accurate as it has built in tracking ability but is still effected by extreme temperature/humidity the same as conventional bullets but has not been combat/competition tested yet:
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flight time to target at 2,500m is significantly longer than using my rifle but I would probably be able to run out and stab the target quicker than ever actually connecting with a rifle...
 
Also, keep in mind, although I'm sure you're aware, and a far better shot.... the longest confirmed sniper kill to date is only 2430 metres, which broke a record that stood for 35 years. So even if you are a military trained sniper there is a slight chance this range is beyond your capabilities, as it it for most people and equipment (note: I'm being nice, there's about a snowballs chance in hell that I or anyone I've ever met, or you, could do this.

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The problem with your question is that there is no real answer. There can't be. At long range the person shooting is a huge factor. Miss reading the wind by 2mph will cause you to miss by a much larger margin than the accuracy of a tuned competition rifle/ammunition.

I would think you would need to consider the rifles from any of the top builders. Kirby Allen's line of Allen Magnums or similar large cased wildcats would likely be required to minimise wind drift at long range. A 338 caliber, 300gr sierra match king or the supposed to be coming 300gr berger VLD, pushed to 3400-3500fps would do well. Take the best parts you can find and have it assembled by one of the best gunsmiths with all the care and attention... and you will have it.
 
jsquig said:
Also, keep in mind, although I'm sure you're aware, and a far better shot.... the longest confirmed sniper kill to date is only 2430 metres, which broke a record that stood for 35 years. So even if you are a military trained sniper there is a slight chance this range is beyond your capabilities, as it it for most people and equipment.

Semper Fudge
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Pushing the Litz estimated 300gr VLD at 3400fps (roughly an improved 338/408) the target need to stand perfectly still for roughly 3 1/2 seconds... better catch him on the crapper... And thats pushing some of the best components, what would a 50bmg and API ammunition take to get there?There are so many things that wold be needed for a shot like that I would think it will stand as the record for a while. The skill to even get close is impressive.
 
Everyone above is correct, in that there is no real answer to the question you asked. However I'll give you some tips to help you find the answer you're looking for.

First, look at what the countries with well funded militaries are issuing their snipers.

Also, look at which rifles these countries used in their precision rifle trials before they made they're final choice.

Another thing to look and compare are the different precision rifle makers M.O.A. ratings, cold and warm bore, maximum effective range etc.

I think the closest thing that could answer you're question are the sniper rifle trials countries hold to determine what rifle to issue their troops but not to many countries pick the same rifles for various reasons.
 
I shoot paper, not people,so I am not really qualified to tell you what rifle is most effective.

I also try and hit targets that are considerably smaller than human center of mass, so I'm not sure what standards they apply to accuracy.
 
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