185 vs 200gn in 308
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IMO, heavy bullets benefit all around in long range. The only downside is they are slow at the start, but hold more speed, more force, and less wind drift at further distances. At 1000 yards you're pulling over 1000 ft-lbs. Your velocity is also now higher than a 178-180 because of the superior B.C of the heavy grain bullet. (for most bullets anyways, 208AMAX's are ~.630). I launch mine at 2500 FPS. I could push it up to ~2700 FPS but feel no need.
The furthest I've taken it out was 1100yards because of maxing my scope adjustments (action is angled), but it does it without issue. Once I get a 35-45MOA rail I'd have no issues taking it further. (my ATRS rail is on my work desk in front of me right now, awaiting to be modified)
I think they are worth a try. I don't shoot the bullet you are asking about, but I'd try the 200gr and see what results you get and have a enjoyable experiment. Just make sure to match with the proper powder. Heavy = slower powder.
IMO, heavy bullets benefit all around in long range. The only downside is they are slow at the start, but hold more speed, more force, and less wind drift at further distances. At 1000 yards you're pulling over 1000 ft-lbs. Your velocity is also now higher than a 178-180 because of the superior B.C of the heavy grain bullet. (for most bullets anyways, 208AMAX's are ~.630). I launch mine at 2500 FPS. I could push it up to ~2700 FPS but feel no need.
The furthest I've taken it out was 1100yards because of maxing my scope adjustments (action is angled), but it does it without issue. Once I get a 35-45MOA rail I'd have no issues taking it further. (my ATRS rail is on my work desk in front of me right now, awaiting to be modified)
I think they are worth a try. I don't shoot the bullet you are asking about, but I'd try the 200gr and see what results you get and have a enjoyable experiment. Just make sure to match with the proper powder. Heavy = slower powder.
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Let the barrel and your shoulder decide. Both are great bullets.
The 200gr Hybrid is becoming the go to option for many FTR shooters BUT it comes with a cost of higher recoil.
Good, bad... that is entirely up to you and your testing.
Also, don't forget the 185gr BT Jaggernaut. That has served many very well over the years and many find it very easy to set up. If mag feeding, this bullet definitely needs to be tested.
Jerry
The 200gr Hybrid is becoming the go to option for many FTR shooters BUT it comes with a cost of higher recoil.
Good, bad... that is entirely up to you and your testing.
Also, don't forget the 185gr BT Jaggernaut. That has served many very well over the years and many find it very easy to set up. If mag feeding, this bullet definitely needs to be tested.
Jerry
That's a good point I fail to realize. I single shoot all the time so I don't care about COAL.
Mine are loaded at over 3". That doesn't fly with most people, or non-rem chambers. Powder is compressed slightly.
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I put a 208Amax over 45 gr of RL 17. I was able to take this round out to 1250yd on a 2foot gong. never checked to see the impacts but I was .7 MOA at 100 yds.
AMAX 208's are what i used when i had a .308
I shot my smallest ever 909m group with them out of a Savage 10 BATS-K.
3.2 inches centre to centre for 5 shots. I won't give all the credit to them though.
Cuz i'm the best shooter in the world...Haha
I shot my smallest ever 909m group with them out of a Savage 10 BATS-K.
3.2 inches centre to centre for 5 shots. I won't give all the credit to them though.
Cuz i'm the best shooter in the world...Haha
