The Firing Line Forums - View Single Post - Experience shooting 175gr .308 out of 1:12 twist??

brokenanew · March 3, 2013, 09:44 PM

Well. My Remmy 700 .308 VTR (20" of groove barrel) is a great shooter. Consistent sub MOA and often hits at and below the half inch mark even with 4 shot groups (best 4 shot group is .284"). Overall it averages around .6" for 4 shots with 168 SMK behind 42 gr of RL15.

However, Im thinking I might get bold and try to acquire a 1000yrd shot.
I know I'm going to need at least a 175gr. Ill be using RL17 for better velocity.

My question is have you shot 175 gr out of a 1:12 twist barrel? What was your experience? I have spoke to one individual who claims some rifles will do it, some wont. I don't want to drop money on the bullets and powder if there's really no chance in making it work.

Whats ur experience?

March 3, 2013, 09:44 PM	#1
brokenanew Member Join Date: September 14, 2012 Posts: 83	Experience shooting 175gr .308 out of 1:12 twist?? Well. My Remmy 700 .308 VTR (20" of groove barrel) is a great shooter. Consistent sub MOA and often hits at and below the half inch mark even with 4 shot groups (best 4 shot group is .284"). Overall it averages around .6" for 4 shots with 168 SMK behind 42 gr of RL15. However, Im thinking I might get bold and try to acquire a 1000yrd shot. I know I'm going to need at least a 175gr. Ill be using RL17 for better velocity. My question is have you shot 175 gr out of a 1:12 twist barrel? What was your experience? I have spoke to one individual who claims some rifles will do it, some wont. I don't want to drop money on the bullets and powder if there's really no chance in making it work. Whats ur experience?