Thread: Barrel Length
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Old September 17, 2012, 03:01 PM   #3
jmr40
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With the 223, almost nothing in velocity. You will lose no more than 100 fps in the 308 over a 24" barrel. Probably closer to 50 fps.

The 20" barrel in either will work just fine for shooting at reasonable ranges. if you want to shoot at 700+ yards the extra speed will help at long range.

Accuracy will not be effected, if anything shorter barrels are theoretically more accurate.

McShooty has a good point about carryability. I'd prefer something on the lighter side, others want a heavier gun. That is why they offer both versions.
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