The Firing Line Forums - View Single Post - 30-06 vs .308 for mid to long range?

tobnpr · January 20, 2014, 11:03 PM

Just playin' devil's advocate for ya...

Why isn't the .06 more popular for long-range shooting?

It's less consistent (because the case is the same dia., but longer) in pressure and velocity... not a lot, but enough to make a difference in precision shooting.

Not that the .06 isn't capable- it is- but there are reasons you don't see them on the 1000 yard benches. Short actions in .30 cal are preferred.

Also much easier (and I'm guessing that because Howa has far less aftermarket support than Remington and Savage, perhaps even more relevant) to find match barrels and stocks for short actions simply because they're more popular.

Just saying- consider how seriously you intend to pursue 1000 yard shooting, and the ability to upgrade your rifle with stocks, triggers, and barrels that will be required as your skills improve- as part of your decision.

January 20, 2014, 11:03 PM	#7
tobnpr Senior Member Join Date: August 1, 2010 Location: Tampa Bay Posts: 4,556	Just playin' devil's advocate for ya... Why isn't the .06 more popular for long-range shooting? It's less consistent (because the case is the same dia., but longer) in pressure and velocity... not a lot, but enough to make a difference in precision shooting. Not that the .06 isn't capable- it is- but there are reasons you don't see them on the 1000 yard benches. Short actions in .30 cal are preferred. Also much easier (and I'm guessing that because Howa has far less aftermarket support than Remington and Savage, perhaps even more relevant) to find match barrels and stocks for short actions simply because they're more popular. Just saying- consider how seriously you intend to pursue 1000 yard shooting, and the ability to upgrade your rifle with stocks, triggers, and barrels that will be required as your skills improve- as part of your decision.