Hey guys, local shop has one and Ive got an extra Bushy 10x40 and a bunch of .223 that keep looking at me with those "gimme a gun" eyes... Ive heard reports of 1/2" 100 yd groups with the right ammo, what are your thoughts and experiences with the VTR in .223, or any caliber?
700 vtr .223
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Other than the gimmick triangle barrel, I doubt it would be any different from the SPS Tactical in terms of accuracy. It might have slightly more velocity potential due to its 22" barrel vs 20" on the Tactical. Both have 1:9" twist barrels.
Unless you're getting it for under the price of a SPS Tactical, I'd say save your money.
Unless you're getting it for under the price of a SPS Tactical, I'd say save your money.
I have had experiences with VTR chambered in .308 with medalist B&C stock and it shoots great. Most people that "have not" shot the rifle would say the triangular barrel would be a goofy gimmick. at 100 yards, I have shot 20 rounds in a row and shot good 1/2-3/4" @ 100 (fast shooting time)
and right away to 600 yards and still managed to put it in 12" plate. The brass were lapua with hornady 168match, 44.5g Varget.
I would not know if it is a gimmick or if it really works but it sure shoots well even when barrel is under stress/hot. It would be better for you to actually try one but not many people has one.
Bottom line, if you like the looks of it, just buy one and have fun. most rifle can achive 1/2" moa if you put some time into it and even savage axis are capable with little bit of reloading, rebedding and free floating. guess it all depends on how much one person is willing to spend on their toys!
Good luck!
and right away to 600 yards and still managed to put it in 12" plate. The brass were lapua with hornady 168match, 44.5g Varget.
I would not know if it is a gimmick or if it really works but it sure shoots well even when barrel is under stress/hot. It would be better for you to actually try one but not many people has one.
Bottom line, if you like the looks of it, just buy one and have fun. most rifle can achive 1/2" moa if you put some time into it and even savage axis are capable with little bit of reloading, rebedding and free floating. guess it all depends on how much one person is willing to spend on their toys!
Good luck!
Thanks Kimmer, there seems to be 2 completely articulated sides to the tactical toblerone VTR barrel. Most owners seem to report excellent accuracy, quick cooling and no POI shift when hot just like Remington claims.
