Is a 7mm good for long-range?

Is a 7mm good for long-range?

Long recognized as a superb choice for hunters, the 7mm (. 284) bore size is now attracting great interest among long-range match shooters as well. The 7mm occupies the “sweet spot” between 6.5mm and 30 caliber–with an optimal balance between bullet weight and BC.

Which is better 30-06 or 6.5 Creedmoor?

30-06 has stronger muzzle velocity, but after 200 yards the 6.5 is the more powerful projectile. 30-06 is more powerful coming out of the barrel, but downrange the 6.5 Creedmoor has higher energies.

What can you hunt with a 7 mm mag?

The 7mm Remington Magnum was (and, to a lesser degree, still is) touted as one of the best “western” cartridges. It is indeed versatile. With fast and flat-shooting 140 and 150-grain bullets it’s a fantastic open-country cartridge for mule deer, sheep, and goat.

What is a 7mm rifle equivalent to?

308 caliber to equal the flat trajectory and penetration of a . 284 diameter 180 grain bullet with a muzzle velocity of 2,860 ft/sec (870 m/s), as offered for the 7mm Remington Magnum, requires muzzle energy close to what the . 300 Winchester Magnum can offer, i.e. well beyond what the . 30-06 can deliver.

How far can a 7mm shoot accurately?

With the right ammo, the 0-1000 meter ballistics are VERY impressive and the 7mm is easily capable of 1000+ meter shooting, but it falls short of the . 300 in most regards while significantly outpacing the . 308 (Which really shouldn’t surprise anyone).

What is the most accurate 7mm cartridge?

Both have proven themselves to be timeless. The 7mm Rem. Mag. is a superb all-around, long-range big-game cartridge with which one can confidently hunt all North American big game. It is inherently accurate, and a wide range of bullet weights and styles can be used depending on the task at hand.

Is a 7mm Rem Mag bigger than a 30-06?

First, the 7mm Rem Mag is physically a little larger than the . 30-06. While the . 30-06 has a slightly greater maximum authorized overall length (3.34″ vs 3.29″), they are close enough in size that both cartridges are used in standard/long-action rifles.

What is the best bullet weight for 30-06?

30-06 is very popular for moose hunting. The all time favorite Federal Premium 180gr Nosler Partition is a great start. I suggest not go lower than 165gr in bullet weight. The 165/168 Barnes bullets work great on moose if your rifle likes them.

Is a 7mm or 30-06 More Powerful?

The 7mm Rem Mag fires smaller caliber and lighter, but generally more aerodynamic bullets at a higher velocity than the . 30-06 Springfield. The 7mm Rem Mag has a flatter trajectory, more kinetic energy at typical hunting ranges, and is also better for longer range shots, but the . 30-06 has less recoil.

Which is better a 30 / 06 or a 7mm?

The 7mm will give you a flatter trajectory. And it will most likely hold its energy a little better at longer ranges. I have personally found the recoil between the two to be similar. I would not hesitate to take my 30/06 on an elk hunt again. In fact I’m currently planning a trip to Wyoming, and planning on using it.

Which is better.30-06 or.300 Win Mag?

Though both cartridges utilize .308″ bullets, the .300 Win Mag is also better suited for using heavier bullets in the 200-220 grain range than the .30-06. Additionally, it’s an extremely accurate cartridge that may even have a slight edge on the .30-06 in that regard.

Is the 7mm STW a good long range round?

The 7mm STW is a super long-range deer/elk round. Factory 140-grain loadings leave the barrel at about 3,325 fps, while the 160-grain factory load flies about 3,200 fps. The round has proven to be very accurate, doesn’t seem to kick a lot considering the velocity and energy delivered and has an extremely flat trajectory.

Which is the best cartridge for a.30-06 rifle?

Generally speaking, the .280 Rem. can do anything and everything the .30-06 with 150- to 180-grain bullets can do when the .280 Rem. is loaded with bullets weighing between 140- and 160-grains. It is an inherently accurate cartridge that generates moderate recoil and is available in a huge array of production rifles.