For the average shooter looking to get into Long Range shooting, turn away and run to the smaller guys. Your Knowledge is greatly appreciated! With available projectiles ranging from 40 grains up to 90, MVs could also range from 3400 to 2600 fps. Cross-Platform Use: The 6.5 Lapua is primarily a bolt-gun only caliber. The rifle is my primary backcountry gun for deer, elk, bear and whatever else I think I may need to hunt. One of the selling points of this round, when it was introduced, was its light recoil for a deer gun. Omg I wish I seen this alot earlier than I did.. Ive literally spent hours on hours on ballistics calculators trying to figure out which new cartridge was the flattest shooting but also had enough energy for an ethical kill at long range and it took me countless hours to basically come up with what your chart told me in seconds grrr.. This caliber was designed and intended strictly for the semi-auto AR-15 platforms. The amount of drop is directly influenced by velocity, energy, rifle barrel, and bullet design. The overall purpose of the Grendel was to deliver extended accuracy and range of the .223/5.56 NATO in the same AR-15 platform. The big advantage and why the .260 became so popular was that it could easily be necked up or down by using other standard rifle cartridges, making reloading a breeze. . With an overall maximum length of 3.60 inches, the .375 H&H is a true magnum-length cartridge. What I can tell you is that choosing the right caliber in relation to recoil can make or break your performance as a shooterespecially if youre new to the game. Again, being one of the forefathers of the Long Range shooting community, .308 is found everywhere. It shoots far and flat, it doesnt kick, and it doesnt break the bank. Just wondering where the 300 win mag ends up? The .338 Norma did what the Lapua did. At a 200 yard zero, I only have to dial to 4.6mils to get out to 1000 yards. 500m: 2,772 ft-lbs. As more and more interest in the Long Range community, one thing has become apparent. Because the 6.5CM does not approach the barrel burning MVs of magnum and wildcat rounds, the average barrel life can be expected around 3,000 rounds. No. Choosing the flattest shooting rifle cartridge in each caliber category seems fair, fun, and revealing, so well do that before identifying the all time top dog. So its not like the flattest shooting rifle gives you a lot more leeway on ranging errors for super long range shots. The average price per round will be around $2.00. To this day, the .300WM is still a very popular choice amongst Long Range hunters and military snipers. was shown to have a higher trans sonic range than the .30-06. Currently, G1 through G8 and GL is the only mathematical models to express BCs. This length enabled adequate case capacity even with the strongly tapered body as well as just the right amount of neck length to grip projectiles in secure, concentric fashion. I do believe the market will catch up to this round. I personally shoot a .338 Edge, and I am not at all upset it did not make the list. Not to mention the different variations in grains in each individual caliber,Ogive and BC. The 123 ELD Match will be used G1: 0.506 G7: 0.255, Muzzle: 2,065 ft-lbs 500m: 943 ft-lbs 1,000m: 357 ft-lbs 1,500m: 225 ft-lbs. I'm looking for the flattest cartridge to 400-500yds from a 20" barrel that would be suitable for coyotes obviously. Easy and fun to shoot. For hunters, medium-game will be the limit of this caliber. Before its inception, the thought of pushing a 75-grain projectile past 1000 yards was uncommon. Initial Thoughts: A good judge of success of a caliber is how long it has been relevant. The advent of precision rifle competitions and the laser rangefinder has increased the publics desire to go long. JON WEILER Preferred Caliber For 500 To 1,000 Yards And Beyond: 6.5 Creedmoor. For those lucky enough to be able to own and fire a .338 rifle, you know what I mean. Take a look at the MPBR column and note how close they all are. I load 150 gr SST's at 2880 fps, 130 gr TTSX's at 3050 fps and 178 ELD-X bullets at 2650 fps in my 308. The flattest-shooting cartridges usually have Nosler or Weatherby in their name, and the top three flat-shooting cartridges were created by those respected companies. 500m: 2,772 ft-lbs. Again, this round is such a classic. Despite its relatively low B.C. Expect to see 2,500-3,000 rounds out of your barrel. For being a long and hard-hitting round, the 6.5 CM still maintains a lower felt recoil. Our margin for distancing error at 700 yards just went from 12 yards with the 30-06 to 25 yards with the 30-378. Better, more expensive builds make this advantage a wash, but in my experience, it is fair to say the .30-06 is generally more forgiving. Recoil Condition: With a suppressor on the .300 Norma Magnum, the recoil still isnt all that bad. History: The .338 Lapua comes to us in the 80s as an extreme Long-Range rifle caliber intended to extend the snipers capabilities in desert and mountainous terrain. Without a muzzle brake or suppressor, the .338 Lapua Magnum offers a challenging recoil experience. After going online and getting confused this article oriented me in the right direction(s). It is a flat shooting cartridge, able to hit a target at 300 yards with negligible hold over. I shoot the 162, 175, and 180 super high B.C. 500m: 2,755 ft-lbs. Barrel life and ammo prices. Another issue is recoil. Im very glad I read it and committed to the round. Ammo Availability: .243 Winchester is still a viable option for most East Coast White Tails and Mid-West Prairie Dogs. The .308 is no different. 1,500m: 426 ft-lbs. Most people believe that the flattest shooting rifle caliber is the .22-250. The .224 Valkyrie takes the benefits from the .223 and extends its range performance drastically. Very nice article. great to see bullet drops and equate them in inches of drop brings home the reality of how much impact good old gravity has on ballistics.even with the flattest cartridges still aiming the height of a house above the target @1000 yds Tons of different build options exist and the knowledge pool to learn from is immense. Its also a great option for those interested in close to medium range varmint hunting. Unless you will be loading subsonic rounds, all standard Long Range rifle calibers maintain supersonic flight (Mach 1 or greater than 1125 fps). Like I said, each discipline and personality will favor a certain caliber. Also, as identical as you can recreate two firearms and two exact ammo loads, those two guns will never have the same exact MV. One of the advantages of the 300 Winchester Magnum is that it can be loaded in a long-rifle action rather than a more expensive Magnum receiver. Where are you getting 223 / 556 for 30 cent a round? While some may deem it as impractical to hit a target at half a mile, the amount of research that goes into selection of the rifle, optics and ammunition plus learning how to read wind, observe the effects of humidity, air pressure and elevation are all factors that will make you a better shooter in the long run. Overall best performance for the cost and practicality is the goal. Surely this is 42.9 just over a meter? I personally find it MUCH easier to handload very accurate .30-06 loads than very accurate .308 loads in typical budget hunting rifles. The final two cartridges above are mislabeled. Im not going to dive too deep down that rabbit-hole, or even techniques to help. The name .30-06 refers to the caliber, .30, and the year, 1906when this round was developed by the US Army. It is also the most popular caliber for the most popular and modular riflethe AR-15. 26 Nosler, the . to maintain sustained Long Range flight. Average price per round$1.00. 1,500m: 306 ft-lbs. Zeroing for 100 yards or farther will change drop significantly. Im going to set a restrictive definition on common and only include cartridges that can be found chambered in most any rifle. I like the ability to swap barrels on the same action as a .308 or .300giving you great anti-personnel effects, while also being capable of anti-material mission capabilities with the .338. 1,000m: 1,451 ft-lbs 1,500m: 722 ft-lbs. Accuracy, knowledge of your rifle and its drops at different ranges, and knowledge of the conditions will dictate your very long range shots. I noticed the WSSM family was not on your list I assume because of the higher velocities they would be higher than the standard calibers. At least until you start shooting at true long range, over 1000 yards. Nor could most of us scrape up a good excuse for owning one. The average price per round is $3.00-$4.25. Im not going to dive too deep down that rabbit-hole, or even techniques to help. Vastly improved barrel life by having a good case volume to bore volume ratio, and pushing longer bullets through the tube. 80% more. The caliber took the LR community by storm. It makes sense. Cross-Platform Use: A big selling point to the 6CM is that from its inception, and from the help of GA Precision, its use in the AR-10 platform has been immensely popular among PRS shooters. Almost every rifle made has a flat trajectory at 100 yards. As said before, each of the parameters will have to be thought about. I think the 6.5 Grendel does a great job at that, however, as to be expected, the Grendel is limited in range and does not fit into the 800m+ world. I do believe the market will catch up to this round. In your opinion is the 6.5 Creedmoor going to eventually put out to pasture the 30-06 and the .308? Because it was used in the Civil War, the term "flattest" is not an exact description. He wanted an even lighter-recoiling cartridge with the same performance, so the 6mm Creedmoor was born. In his spare time, he is an avid gun collector, hunter, and outdoorsman. First, some boundaries. For example a 308 dropping 429 at 1000 yards is ridiculous, thats 10 meters! Gyroscopic Stability is lost in the Transonic Range and the bullet begins to pitch and yaw and ultimately tumble. It packs a serious punch with high ballistics as well. In other words, the 223 Remington throws the same bullets as the 220 Swift, but cant approach its maximum velocity, so theres no chance it can shoot as flat. Buying my first 308 soon in AR a first as wella double adventure! Hopefully, at the end of this article, you can apply the same questions and principles to select which caliber you want to dive into the awesome world of long-range shooting. A 30-06 will take any game on the NA Continent. Velocity, drop, energy and the use of bullets with their own factors which create their ballistic coefficients all should be considered. You can expect an average of 4,000 to 10,000 rounds of sustained accuracy. In physics, gyroscopic stability explains that the rotational spin on a projectile will keep it on its initial course. If you are going to shoot at 200, zero at 200. Winchester designed the .300 WSM in 2001 with the idea of a hybrid. Many shooters claim the .224 has about half of the felt recoil as a .308. This is especially important to those of you who reload and can tailor a custom load for your rifle. Its an excellent choice for shooting groundhogs out to 500 yards. These are all under my extreme heading, because theyre all brutal on cost and recoil. 260 Rem Thanks, 26 Nosler 127 gr LRX 3602 Ft./Sec. Not to mention guys that still compete with and collect old military surplus riflesI see the. That same rifle can shoot my hand-loaded 175 grain Sierra Match Kings at 0.4-0.5 MOA at 100m. The .243 was also a great option for those living in countries that banned the use of military countries (.308 Win/7.62x51mm NATO). Sign up with your email address to receive news and updates. I also appreciate the realistic exposition of the relevant comparison between effects of flat-shooting cartridge vs judging cross-wind! Saying all that to say this: The next updated version of this article likely wont see many changes unless it is 10 years or more removed and we get some new things with real utility and promise. Any seasoned long-range shooter will tell you that understanding the dynamics of Transonic Range (TR) is critical in overall success. For myself, I have up to 800 meters to shoot at a private location, so grabbing a .338 Lapua Magnum with a max effective range well over 1600m makes no sense. Its LR performance and retained energy will be a great option for taking down the larger games at distance. due to its larger diameter which increases drag. This caliber is one of the most popular and widely used centerfire cartridges in the world. What I can tell you is that choosing the right caliber in relation to recoil can make or break your performance as a shooterespecially if youre new to the game. I believe this was due to the projectiles that were selected for each. LR performance is very impressive. 28 in. To be fair to the 30-378, itmurders everything else for flatness way out there, staying feet above most other cartridges and carrying enough energy to take a deer at just over 1000 yards. Jim, Barrel Life: You can expect roughly 1,500 rounds. Barrel Life: Average barrel life is around 5,000 rounds. WELL DONE!!! The OP asked for flattest shooting, I tried to help, If the Irish team shot accurately with muzzleloaders at 1000 yards using BP do you not think it could be done at 200? bullet 12 inches at 500 yards, a low B.C. Ballistic Co-Efficient: As with MV, .223 projectiles vary greatly. You dream it, and it can be done. wins again with just 218.5 inches of drop, the 27 Nosler moves into second place with its 150-grain bullet falling only 225.8 inches. The caveat here is that fastest becomes a bit murky. Please, keep up the great work! All in all, proven through years of ballistic testing, the 6.5 Creedmoor fills the gap between extended-Long Range performance and cost-effective and barrel-safe MVs. Also, I used something called G1 B.C. Initial Thoughts: Coming from my military background, I was always reluctant to stray from the 7.62x51mm or .300 Winchester Magnum. Will have to buy a 6.5 after reading your article. .223 Remington/5.56mm, .224 Valkyrie, .243 Winchester, 6mm Creedmoor, 6.5mm Grendel. Several factors like powder temperature sensitivity, barrel length, ammunition consistency, and atmospheric conditions will all change your MV value. bullet to offset wind deflection. If that describes you, then definitely give this caliber another look, because its performance rocks. Muzzle Velocity: Firing a 300gr SMK, MV: 2,650 fps, Ballistic Co-Efficient: 300gr SMK, G1: 0.747 G7: 0.383. Some compare it to the .260 or 6.5 Creedmoor, the 6.5x47mm Lapua is known to be very accurate. For the hunters in mind, the ability to take a .30 caliber projectile (which has the superior terminal performance to the smaller 6.5mm projectiles) and flatten its trajectory to achieve those longer shots in higher winds is crucial. Cross-Platform Use: Unfortunately being such an older caliber, new-age tactical guys will not see this cartridge on many platforms. It is a product of natural selection and evolutionthe best features of several classic LR rounds fused into one. The 6.5 PRC was born at the 2018 SHOT Show. Hello Jim, Take the .308 Winchester at 500 for comparison, The level of confidence of a first-round hit at that range is extremely high. If you had the money to spend on it, and were not needing a semi-auto rifle for competitions, the .300 Norma Magnum is possibly the best performing round on this list. Cheapest I found is 80 cent. Thank you for your service. You will HAVE to use very slow burning propellants to push a 175 grain bullet out of a .277 bore, and will HAVE to have at least 26 of barrel to most efficiently burn said powder. This round is special just like the other 6.5mm projectiles in its class. Unfortunately, most (all) of you will not be able to head to the local range and rent a rifle in each of the aforementioned calibers. Although they exist, it is not very feasible or common to find gas systems that will feed the longer, magnum cartridges (i.e. With the projectile variability and network of knowledge on this cartridge, I think its a great option to build a classic hunting rifle. Remaining Energy: Muzzle: 2402 ft-lbs. You are definitely going to feel less recoil than a .308. This is one of the most helpful and actionable articles I have seen. The .300 WSM steals the performance of a .300 WM and transforms it down to a short-action rifle. As you can see, one of our gold standard flat-shooting cartridges (.270 Winchester) does not compare favorably with either of the Noslers or the Weatherby Magnum. We use cookies to personalize content and ads, to provide social media features and to analyze our traffic. Recoil statistics are offered for reference. etc. Do you intend to run the same caliber across bolt and semi systems? To take the 6.5CM and add MV to the equation, pure joy happens. Here are four long-range rifles you should consider: Prized for its ability as a flat-shooting cartridge, the 300 Winchester Magnum is capable of 3,260 feet per second (fps) and 2,658 foot pounds of muzzle energy with a 150 grain bullet, and 3,000 fps and 4,223 foot pounds of muzzle energy with a 180 grain bullet. I am here to share what knowledge and experience I have to help you pick a viable option. Being developed in 2017, most ammo is going to come from reloading. I have not identified bullet make and type because that doesnt change impact drop. However, in the 1000-yard game, many different calibers can win. Now that we have laid out the calibers in question, next, lets go over the parameters in choosing the best round for you. You can build a .223 rifle in almost any rifle action. A lot can actually affect the observed recoil of a Long Range rifle. 1,000m: 585 ft-lbs. Flattest at 500 yards Weatherbys wildly overbore 6.5-300 wins again! A line can be drawn in the sand between the .30 cal class projectiles and the .338 and larger. For hunters, the Grendel offers many different projectiles for different terminal effects. Overall Practicality: I argue that you will not find a more practical Long Range caliber in this list. All 6mm projectiles are notorious for extremely fast throat erosion. Take the Lapua and shorten the case so it can be fired from a standard Long Action. It would serve as the main infantry cartridge for over 60 years, before being replaced by the 7.62x51mm NATO. Slightly more than the .308 Winchester. The .338 Lapua Magnum offers very impressive external and terminal ballistic performancebut at a steep cost. Drop at 500 Yards (200-yard zero): 37.3 inches Recoil: ~16 ft.-lbs. Warm greetings from S.W. For the hunting world, yes. Sportsman could use the same rifle used for groundhogs and coyotes, as for deer. 1,500m: 630 ft-lbs. This program is designed to provide a way for websites to earn advertising fees by linking to Amazon. I had to calculate this one out, as Weatherbys ballistics charts dont go past 500 yards. With more case volume than a .308 and firing the same grain weight bullet, the .30-06 will have more felt recoil than a .308. Which as a cartridge is all good for hunting farm deer or friendly competition matches. 28 Nosler, the . Wind also affects bullets differently, and a cartridges ability to overcome these three forces makes it better or worse for shooting flat and far. Hornady designed the 6.5 PRC for use in a bolt-gun. This basically means the opening of the case where the bullet is seated, is tightened from 6.8mm to 5.7mm. This was not a significant problem at the time of introduction, as the .45-70 was a fairly flat-shooting cartridge for its time. This cartridge as it stands is perfect for a PRS shooter. Average price per round$1.00. The bench rest shooting community usually pushes the boundaries and concocts the. Handloading ammunition can reap the reward of selecting the exact projectile with the exact desired BC. Clear enough? For someone considering PRS matches, this rifle is not for you. Get the gist? I do not know of any systems running this caliber in gas guns. Most modern shooters are very familiar with the AR-15 design. . Initial Thoughts: Again, this round is such a classic. Save your money and invest in training and supplemental gear. It's pretty impressive how close the wind performance really is for these cartridges. Muzzle velocity is somewhere around the 2800 2900 range with 26 barrel. In fact they would have won against the American cartridge shooters if not for a shooter getting on the wrong target. For someone considering PRS matches, this rifle is not for you. The .243 can be a great beginner gun because of its low recoil and ammo availability. Programs like Applied Ballistics (by far the best) can easily chart out in a spreadsheet-like format, all sorts of information important to long-range shooters. Be Prepared. Every rifle is different. Mag. This cartridge has been around for a while. The .338 Lapua Magnum offers very impressive external and terminal ballistic performancebut at a steep cost. This cartridge will always hold a special place in my heart. Barrel Life: Surprisingly due to the case volume to bore area ratio, barrel life is impressive for a cartridge of this size. No issue finding it. I would guess that every Walmart in the United States carries .243 Winchester. Muzzle Velocity: Firing the 250gr Lapua Scenar projectile, MV: 3,030 fps, Ballistic Co-Efficient: G1: 0.603 G7: 0.310. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Their wind bucking performance however, are very different. Not many of us can afford the ammo, let alone the rifles and scopes that chamber it, in such calibers as 375 CheyTac, 408 CheyTac, or 416 Barrett. This round is a hammer and a scalpel. Hey there from Melbourne, Australia. The Navy switched to 190-grain Sierra Matchking HPBT's. Charged with Reloder 19 and 22 powders, the round performed well at 1,000 yards during the Navy's accuracy testing with the extreme spreads of the groups measuring 10.79 and 10.68 inches respectively. Decide where you fit in. The .300 PRC tries to deliver to a market that doesnt need what its selling. This cartridge is an interesting case of innovation to solve a fairly difficult problem. However, with the 6CM being available in more modern builds, devices like muzzle brakes and suppressors (that are not found on most .243 rifles), will make for an even more pleasant recoil experience from the 6CM. Overall Practicality: All in all, the 6.5 Lapua has great numbers on a round moving fairly slow. So guys who reload might fall into brass availability problems. Most of these calibers are also fairly expensive to shoot in both ammo and barrel replacements. Recoil Condition: You are definitely going to feel less recoil than a .308. The top-end stuff certainly has its gatekeepers. Surprisingly due to the case volume to bore area ratio, barrel life is impressive for a cartridge of this size. Hopefully, the Browning HAWG recoil reducer will noticeably lessen the kick. If I was building a rifle on this caliber, I would expect to look at bolt-only options. Also know that not all manufacturer-claimed B.C. What bullet weight did you select for the .270 Winchester? Cross-Platform Use: This cartridge can be found in semi-auto AR-style rifles. But once they saw just how quickly they could engage multiple, long-distance targetsthe advantages of the gas gun were very relevant. It was introduced in 1962 and essentially knocked the .264 Winchester Magnum several notches down on the popularity list after hunters and shooters put the 7mm Mag to the test. All in all, this cartridge changed the tactics of the US military, and later, NATO allies. For reference, see the WSSM line. Once again great effort appreciated. You may see something like this: 6.5mm 140-grain VLD G1 BC: 0.593 G7 BC: 0.304. A good muzzle brake or suppressor is advised. Ammo Availability: .338 Lapua is readily available online. For the reloading enthusiasts, this gives another round to be excited for. He has managed multiple gun ranges, and has hunted around the world. Muzzle: 4,186 ft-lbs. Century and has since stayed for a reason. As soon as a projectile leaves the muzzle, the earths gravity instantly begins to affect the trajectory of the round. But, as an extreme range competition shooter recently told me, the number of cold barrel, first round hits he sees at 1,000 yards in competition is well below 50%. To experiment with load developments to craft the ultimate 6.5 bolt gun cartridge. at 150-grains, the bullet is a bit light, but it still has enough energy at 1,000-yards for deer, bear, and elk. In order to find this value, usually, a ballistic solution software would have to compute the RE, on what is called a Range Card. However, because of the lack of interest in the market, ammo is pretty expensive and interest in the caliber is limited to bench rest shooters. It hits hard and flies flat and straight. History: The .300 Norma Magnum comes to us from the .338 Norma Magnum, necked down to accept a .30 cal projectile. Muzzle Velocity: MVs range from 2,500 fps (130gr projectile) to 2,880 fps (90gr projectile). Remington 7MM Magnum is the save the ranch rifle. So like the 6.5 Creedmoor, if you have a .308, you can have two calibers in one rifle action with a new barrel. rating, that 100-grain bullet is hanging in there. And here they are: Flattest at 300 yards 240 Wby. Why even mention such an antiquated round? That does not appeal to my simplified physics understanding of the subject. Know your trajectory curve and nail the shot distance with a range finder and you can offset huge rates of drop. For those lucky enough to be able to own and fire a .338 rifle, you know what I mean. Take another look. Not very economically practical for the entry-level guys, but for those taking rifles down-range itll give you confidence if you get issued a rifle chambered in this cartridge. Vastly improved barrel life by having a good case volume to bore volume ratio, and pushing longer bullets through the tube. Originally built for 1,000-yard competitive shooting, the . Muzzle Velocity: MV values for the .224 vary from 2,700 fps (90 grain projectiles) to 3,400 fps (60 grain projectiles). The lighter 140gr range projectiles dont enact enough felt energy rearward like the 175gr+ class of projectiles from bigger bores. Flattest-Shooting Cartridges Ever Backfire 641K subscribers Subscribe 4.2K 173K views 1 year ago The flattest shooting rifle cartridges are listed in this video to help shooters determine. So it ends up being a very fair comparison. The .308 Win case has a nice even powder burn and has readily available brass for reloading. With a 37'' 500-yard drop, the 28 Nosler comes with a 3079 FPS Muzzle Velocity, which is impressive for a gun of this caliber. 500m: 1260 ft-lbs. All same bullets for each of the numbers that are then averaged. As more and more interest in the Long Range community, one thing has become apparent. Since the .260 is not firing heavy bullets over 2,900 fps, the barrel life can be similar to other 6.5mm cartridges in its classabout 2,500-3,500 rounds. Barrel length will change MV. G1 BC: .563 G7 BC: .274. Another great benefit to the 6.5CM is that it still maintains an overall case length of a Short-Action cartridge. Ballistic Co-Efficient: Using a 168gr SMK, G1: 0.463 G7: 0.224, Remaining Energy: Muzzle: 2,821 ft-lbs. In this topic, I have to admit a certain level of bias. 1,000m: 1,523 ft-lbs. You can expect to pay about $1.00 per round at most online retailers. Most off the shelf set-ups are going to be on the high end of the market so the 6mm CM is not ideal for a beginner shooter. Anecdotally, PRS shooters are having to change barrels once per year. To this day, the .300WM is still a very popular choice amongst Long Range hunters and military snipers. For the Long Range hunting community, I would argue that the .30-06 still has a place in this world. It gives you that extra boost in MV to cut the wind more effectively. A 10 mph right angle wind at 500 yards can divert even a fast, high B.C. He wanted an even lighter-recoiling cartridge with the same performance, so the 6mm Creedmoor was born. If you put a gun to my head, the 6.5mm Creedmoor is the best, overall, Long Range caliber. Easy and fun to shoot. What a cool story herethe Norma Magnum comes to us as an improvement on the Lapua Magnum. History: The .300 Winchester Magnum was developed in 1963 by Winchester itself. For hunters, the retained energy, MV, and increased projectile expansion technology, the 6.5CM makes for a great terminally performing round for medium and even large games. Reaching out to a target at 1,000 yards or beyond requires skill, knowledge and lots of practice to do it right. Just curious have you ever looked at the 284 Winchester for flat shooting. Remaining Energy: Muzzle: 1,456 ft-lbs 500m: 660 ft-lbs 1000m: 248 ft-lbs 1500m: 162 ft-lbs. 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