@Jim Harmer I know this is a very hard list to compile, I do appreciate your attempts to educate in a common sense way. I am alarmed at the number of proponents of long range shooting technology that simply ignore the effect of wind, and have no provision to compensate in their equipment. 24 is the reference data from Hornady, but I have a 20 barrel and am still getting nice velocities. Hornady ELD-X and Barnes LRX both will expand at 1600 fps. Just imagine a long slender VLD bullet compared to a flat nosed semi wad cutter. Newlon blanks. So far, my favorite powder for reloading the 7 PRC is H4831SC using standard large rifle primers. Our reference system will take 1.3 seconds to reach 1000 yards. The 7 RM is too established to go away similar to how the 300 PRC didnt completely eliminate 300 WM sales nor did they likely affect 30-06 sales. Surprisingly, the factory ammunition for the 160gr CX bullet offers the same 3,000fps muzzle velocity as the 175gr ELD-X bullet. 61.6 grains H4831sc. Compact 1000 yard rangefinder. No visible pressure signs, but likely overpressure. But what are the flattest shooting rifle cartridges? I personally worked up my load using the 150gr Hornady CX bullet, but now Hornady has announced a new 160gr CX bullet with a much higher BC and only one band instead of the two bands on the 150gr CX. My 7 PRC will be in my hands Thursday so I will let you know how N560 and a 175 Hornady ELD-X does. In the 1960's Remington created the 7mm Remington Magnum based of the 375 H&H cartridge design. Apr 17, 2011. load. You may be able to use a heavier bullet and achieve more energy or a longer range with more velocity.if(typeof ez_ad_units != 'undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'backfire_tv-box-4','ezslot_6',175,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-backfire_tv-box-4-0'); Since were talking about max distances, Id like to clarify something here. Im looking for a new elk rifle and am very excited about this new caliber. With that bullet, drop at 1000 would be measured in yards. That is more recoil than a .30-06 but less than a .300 Win Mag. But, everything has to be perfect for it to work. Please consider including this in future. Loaded with IMR 4830 @ 70 gr. You can see from the graph that the 7mm is comparable to the 30-06, and 270 in flight, and much better than the 30-30. My scope has seen better days but my Weatherby Accumark is like new and I really like it. At 1000 yards the rotation of the earth is basically moving your target down 2.6 inches per second if you are pointing east, and up if you are pointing west. same principal applies to bullets. Im eager to do some load development. It is a great investment if you want to get into long range shooting and will be especially useful if you handload. This load has been optimized in Shoot! While I like and support new cartridges, does the PRC provide anything new? Copyright GunData.org 2015 | Koenig Media, LLC | Links | Sitemap | Advertise. I have been saying for years a lot of the 2.5 inch cases would have been better off reduced to 2.250 2.3 inch .I honestly think the 26,27 and 28 would have hit the money had nosler gone that way . While the 7mm 168 grain VLD would only need 3100 fps at the muzzle to match that 2000 fps velocity at 1000 yards. I just ordered a Chistensen Arms Long Range Mesa in 7mm PRC. The numbers arent much better and the only pro I see is getting decent numbers with a shorter barrel. lb Muzzle Velocity ft/sec. Magpro had a lot of case capacity left, but wasnt getting the velocity Id hope to see without just burning a ton of powder. I reload and would be VERY interested in learning more about being able to use less powder to achieve higher velocities with the the same bullet in 7 PRC vs 7 rem mag. The following is a 500 yard 7mm Rem Magnum ballistic chart that was created using our free online ballistic calculator and details all aspects of the bullets trajectory from the millisecond it leaves the barrel until the time it reaches the 500 yd mark. Seriously, its by far the nicest die set Ive ever ownedand Ive tried just about every brand out there. Im gonna leave it right here, I own a lot of rifles but if I didnt there are 3 rifles that I could own and cover every game animal in north america. since Im a fan of your youtubes, my question to you: Here are the ranges for a 190gr A-Tip Match in a 27in 7.21 Firebird at 3240fps: 1900fps: 1250yd H1000 ran out of space for powder before I reached max velocity. The first is simple to measure and compensate for. Whidden has the dies for 7 PRC. We carefully monitor the velocity until we see a significant increase (30-60 fps) which usually takes around 40 to 60 rounds. V-MAX . L. B. Or, you can of course use a custom action like a Terminus, Defiance, etc. Did you supply or install the muzzle device or did you get one from Preferred Barrels? Ive got a Remington Sendero with a Brux 1:9 twist. ballistics software below for the same load: At 500 yards the remaining velocity is 2264fps again, this is exceptional ballistics for a bullet weight in this class and diameter. Now im gonna say this , without reloader 26 powder I would have no need to own this 6.5prc, this powder is like magic. It has more case capacity than the short, and is very similar to thr max. I will likely switch to that bullet once it becomes available. It will a produce a line graph showing the bullet drop and flight path of the bullet. Sorry man, wasn't going after anyone, it's a hotly contested issue around the guys I run with, guess i just assumed it would be here too. At the moment of truth, if you arent sure you will make a good shot, dont squeeze the trigger. Those shooters could use the information that Hornady is providing herein Ive been playing around with Berger 190g Long Range Hybrid Targets. Thank you for all the proactive information gathering youve done for the community. The 7mm-08 Remington was designed in 1980 by Remington Arms Company. Here is my info: 3040 FPS, 160 accubond at .531 b/c, 50 degrees and 5000ft. Hopefully more options than what the 6.8 Western. Though it is designed to headspace off the belt of brass, handloaders can improve concentricity by using the shoulder for headspacing. when doing ballistics for your 7mm Rem Magnum. Does anyone know how hot you can load a 162 gr. As you can see from the above table, the 7mm PRC is most similar to the Gunwerks 7 LRM. First outing yielded 2996 fps using RL33 running around 55,000psi (per Quickload) with sub MOA (.694 @ 5 shots) groups. If its a can that takes a threaded muzzle device or a QD mount then who installed the device and did you time it for minimal POI shift? The data in the following table contains averages for each cartridge. If youre new to this, just call Preferred Barrel Blanks at (435) 635-6900 and tell them you read about them on Backfire and you want a 20 carbon fiber-wrapped prefit barrel like the one they made for me. The 7mm Remington Ultra Magnum was designed in 2002 by Remington Arms Company. If ya do you might blow your face off. I have a table showing the highest BC 7mm bullets, but here are a few bullets likely to be popular in the 7mm PRC: Below are the specified twist rates for many similar cartridges to the 7 PRC. Looking forward to more. Your email address will not be published. Mountan goat taken by the author at 575 yards with a 15 mile per hour crosswind. I shot a coyote yesterday with the 7 PRC and had no problem seeing the bullet impact the coyote and the aftermath without losing my view of the target in the scope due to recoil. Isnt it smart to have a buffer and not go to the utmost maximum? This September I was able to hunt mountain goats with Beaver Foot Outfitters in British Columbia. An inch is no big deal even if you're shooting squirrels in the head. I did chamber a 7mm Blaser some years back, the 7mm PRC seems to me a very much balanced cartridge coming from the 78gn capacity and based on the Ruger cartridge, look to be efficient for loading 160gn bullets to 2900-3000ft/s. Great cartridge. Is that right? Barrel Break In: All barrels will increase in speed. grazie, Hi Jim, I hunt in the Alps area in Italy, I walk a lot and would like a light weapon. All three are excellent choices for long-range hunting ammo.. The bullet does not drop below the speed within the max range specified. I guess the 7mm WSM is dead. What is the mounting method, QD or threaded? I used CCI large magnum rifle primers, and lovingly caressed each bullet before sending it on the ride of its life. Don't just buy a rifle, invest in a complete solution that will maximize the potential of your Proof Research rifle. Since this new cartridge has been announced, Ive talked with my contacts at many of the major rifle manufacturers and have been surprised by how many of them are extremely frustrated with working on PRC chamberings in their rifles. Ballistic Table Ron Spomer 7mm RM, 2,900 fps from 24" bl. The Barnes bullet loses velocity at twice the rate of the VLD! How much does the system you made weigh? The illustration in Figure 3 was reproduced from Harold Vaughn's excellent book Rifle Accuracy Facts, and shows how a bullet reacts, and the drag forces that cause wind deflection. con canna da 50 inch. The cool thing is that Preferred Barrel Blanks does prefits for just about any action you already have. The 7 PRC is designed around the 180-grain ELD-Match bullet; however, some people will certainly point to the fact that the 7mm Rem Mag has been able to shoot 180-grain bullets for many decades. Would like to see this compared with the .30-06 and .308. Use a small level, and look closely at new rangefinders that incorporate incline shooting compensation. I think all the powders you have tried except H4831SC are too slow. Heres that data using his 24.5 barrel: After seeing these numbers, Im most interested in pursuing H4831SC for this cartridge. A forum community dedicated to all firearm owners and enthusiasts. Rifle Ammunition Product Lines: AG American Gunner . The #1 reason I recommend Preferred Barrel Blanks is because theyve sorted through those issues and can deliver problem-free prefit barrels. Select Your Gun Type. 7mm Remington Magnum ~ 150 Grain ~ Trajectory Chart Trajectory for Custom .284 7mm Mag Ammo #4550 at 3000 Feet per Second At an Elevation Angle of: 0 degrees Ballistic Coefficients of: 0.545 0.515 0.515 0.515 0.515 Velocity Boundaries (Feet per Second) of: 2200 2200 2200 2200 Hornady has an incredible track record with cartridges over the last 20 years: 6.5 Creedmoor, 6.5 PRC, 300 PRC, 17HMR. Come join the discussion about optics, hunting, gunsmithing, styles, reviews, accessories, classifieds, and more! Every hunter needs to read this and understand the real limitations of their ammunition. How will that compare? I would like to know if you have any info on the 7.7 jap. It's like these other guys said, if you throw a small rock it goes really fast, but not very far. Worked up load with 195 bergers. 5/8 to 1 groups at 500 yards. Using this as a reference, let's examine several other factors that can effect our shot placement. For what its worth longest shot was 823 yards with my Leupold vx2 3-9 but that was eight years ago 7mm Remington: SP: 203: 2447: 2330: 7mm Remington Your rifle will be sent over to Evolved Munitions LLC who will then begin the load development process. We know the grain is different but that's as close as we could get with the Winchester Silvertips. Mag. Where can I get 7 PRC brass? You think they will come out with a 7mm Western? Nice build Jim. Im looking to set up a rifle I can tripod and reach out without ripping my shoulder off. Little things that you may never have noticed can make a shot fail if you are really pushing the limits. Though the sub-quarter MOA precision and low ES and SD are not guaranteed, they are the norm. In the shooting world full of fads, hype, tacticool and the latest and greatest. I really enjoy every bit from Income School! By adding trajectories to the panel on the right you may produce charts and graphs that show the different trajectories side by side. Building a rifle with no reloading data and no established manufacturing was a challenge, but now you can easily get a rifle rebarreled for 7 PRC. While the 7mm 168 grain VLD would only need 3100 fps at the muzzle to match that 2000 fps velocity at 1000 yards. I thought for certain it would have more powder capacity than a 7 Mag so Hornady could advertise the new cartridge beating the old standard. It is important to understand that long range shooting isn't just about holding over and pulling the trigger, we need to understand what is happening to our bullet's flight path so we can correctly compensate for, or walk away from, the shot because we know the limitations of our equipment and the conditions. Due to the extremely tight tolerances of these cartridges, Ive seen MANY manufacturers struggle with delivering barrels that spike pressures or have brass that doesnt fit right. It is on the upper end of what most large adult shooters can comfortably tolerate. I ABSOLUTELY would use 7mm PRC on elk. However, why was the 8mm Mauser left out of this comparison? burning 61 grains Reloder 22 Recoil: 26.5 ft-lbs at 14.6 fps velocity Muzzle Energy: 3,269 ft-lbs Maximum Pressure: 61,000 psi MPBR: 365 yards (Zero at 307 yards, 3.9" high at 100 yards) These are some impressive numbers. Im not talking about self-doubt or simply asking yourself what if I miss. The 7mm PRC will beat the following cartridges in sales over the next 20 years: 280AI, Gunwerks LRM, and the 7mm Rem Mag. Backfire LLC owns and operates this website. If you cant your rifle the same every time, you won't have a problem, but if you change your cant by tipping your scope just five degrees to the right, your point of impact in the standard system would be 16 inches right! The highest being the 180 grain 7mm. A bullet with a BC of 0.400 will drift over 40 inches at 700 yards in a 10 mile per hour crosswind. Just like shooting near dawn or dusk, or shooting into a glare. Now, I either need to find ammunition to shoot, or new brass. A faster twist in the rifling of a barrel allows the bullet to spin more quickly to stabilize longer (and consequently heavier) bullets. All the scopes I like seam to be out of my price affordability. 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For instance 180 grain bullet out of a .30-06 will have a range of numbers even if the MV is the same, as you can have bullets like VLD, spitzer/hollow point boat tail, flat base, and round nose bullets all found in factory loads. Load Swift's 150-grain Scirocco at 3,036 fps delivers outstanding terminal performance. The bullets BC (ballistic coefficient) is very high at 0.536. Windage differences are still within 2 inches. Trying to decide between the new hot rod 7prc and the old standby (perfect) .280Ackley. Heres what he reported using a 175gr ELDX, Federal 215M primers, and Reloder26 powder. che velocit riesci ad avere? It is intended for long-range shooting due to its ability to utilize high BC bullets, and is also uniquely suited for hunting large animals such as elk. Sight in and validated out to 1000 yards: The rifle is sited in and shot out at distance to ensure functionality of the turret and verification of all associated data. Maybe you could do a future video on it? Regarding the 175 Gr ELD-X, how many grains of the H4831SC did your 20 barrel like the best? I had to calculate the 100gr at 3500fps. Well, that would limit most hunting rifles to between 150 and 400-yards. But gravity drop is only the first of many effects that we need to compensate for, in order to shoot precisely at long range. Minimum sucks. 300 PRC and 6.5 PRC ammo has challenging to find too, but is finally showing up with Federal and Sierra joining Hornady. 7mm Remington Magnum Despite its age, the 7mm Rem Mag's ballistics perform well even by today's standards. Please keep the good stuff coming. Thats a dead whitetail deer out to 1200 yards lol. I also received some information from a gentleman in Canada who built a 7PRC. Heres a link to it. This package can be added onto any rifle bought through Evovled Ballistics. Thanks, Jake. People may argue that the 7mm STW has come and gone, but with the PRS-ELR hybrid competitions becoming more common, even range directors like Scott Satterlee admit the 7mms are the ones to be on the lookout for, going forward. I do lose stability out past 1000 yards but still great performance. Personally, I have said for a long time on the Youtube channel that my ideal hunting cartridge would be a 7mm shooting 180 grains at 3,000 fps. Wonderful! I contacted you about my 6.5 Fierce CT Rival that was having extraction and barrel pressure problems like you were. Love the Channel!!! There are quite a few variables that all work to decrease the true potential of a rifle. Because the 7mm shoots the lighter bullets at higher velocities, it is better suited to the law enforcment arena than the .300. N560 offers some of the best velocities without a compressed load. L. Neil Smith, at a 200 yard zero with a Hornady SST 162 gr your looking at 34.8" drop @ 500 beyond that it really really falls off quickly after that range . So, you definitely need a long-range bullet for most longer shots. Guessing and sighter shots have no place in todays hunting ethic. Practical distance isnt the same as the max distance a rifle can shoot. If you're targeting large and dangerous game, those heavier bullets certainly make a difference. Figure 3. Thanks for all the helpful info on the 7PRC. I'd throw a link in, but i don't know how from an iPhone. Did you perhaps mean 50 cm? This streamlined, long 0.284 bullet cuts through the atmosphere with minimal drag effect, thus retaining velocity and energy far downrange (as you can see from the graph). Commissions are earned for links to Brownell's, Amazon, MidwayUSA, GoHunt, OpticsPlanet, Sportsman's Warehouse, and other retailers. Custom Ammo:Upon request we can provide you with custom loaded ammunition. This system maximizes the distance in which no "hold over" is necessary. Practicing in these conditions can yeild valuable experience.I'm always learning about how to become a better shooter, and I still make mistakes. The recoil of the 7mm PRC produces 27.7 ft-lbs of energy at a recoil velocity of 14.1 fps. Im tired of hunting with my long and heavy 300 win mag so Im re-chambering it. Your information will never be shared and you can unsubscribe with one click at anytime. Personally, I like all three of those cartridges for different reasons, but I think this new cartridge will become so popular over the next few years that those cartridges will quickly fade in the rearview mirror. Next, I loaded H1000. I have a Vortex Strike Eagle on my 7mmMag that is being rebarreled. Shooting Conditions in the Mountains can be hard to determine. Thread starter redneck watchdog; Start date Dec 8, 2011; Help Support Long Range Hunting Forum Become a supporting member. Now I need to look at the 7.62x54R. We can minimize the effects from Magnus and Corriolis for sub 1000 yard shooting by zeroing at a longer range like 800 yardswhile pointing north or south. The 7mm Weatherby! I always run a suppressor would like to see 20 with suppressor vs 24 with break. To do load development before this speed up happens will render the load development useless. JavaScript is disabled. This means that velocity is the big player effecting how much a bullet will drop. Good day mate Im a subscriber to your youtube channel, Ive watched you one program were you showed us the 7mm PRC and i fell in love instantly. Can someone help me with a MOA ( 4 clicks for 1" ) drop chart for my 7MM Rem Mag? About -10+ yards! 1998 - Present. (888) 223-3006 RCC brass is the only place that has it, but the prices are wild at $6 per piece. Ok but im kind of confused with a heavier bullet wouldnt it just drop faster??? Not being a downer on innovation, but 7mm STW is made by a lot more manufacturers than I see 7mm PRiCey ever being made by. If you check Hornadys load data it shows N560 for every bullet except the 190. Great stuff. It seems that the cartridge was designed to compress the load right at the point where youd reach pressure with these common powders. The reason that the bullet deflects, is because its initial flight path or direction is different from the wind vector and resulting bullet attitude. Perhaps my hunting rifle and bullet combo are capable of shooting 550-yards. Mainly, because of our inability to directly quantify wind speed and direction as we can with distance when using a rangefinder. The following table compares the 7 PRC to several other cartridges using Hornadys Precision Hunter line of ammunition. I expected it to go a little faster in the CX due to the lighter weight, but copper bullets can also increase pressures, so it seems that Hornady wasnt able to get any increased speed out of it. Backfires Youtube channel was the first publication to break the story of the cartridges SAAMI approval, and Backfire was also the first group to build a 7mm PRC and show it to the public. But, I shoot a 195 EOL with a 1:9.5 twist out of a weatherby vanguard 7mm Rem Mag. tells us to sight-in this load to shoot 2.37 inches high at 100 yards for a 255 yard zero. Round before it becomes inefficent? But wait, there's more. In addition to expanding reliably, a bullet must carry sufficient energy to take down the animal. Lol. Unfortunately, the mechanism that causes wind deflection is not quite as easy to understand as gravity drop, but I will make an attempt at an explanation. Important Note: This is anecdotal testing. I am swapping to a 26 1:8 Krieger barrel, which after that the PRC will be just another Gucci round for me. What barrel length has Hornady created the 7mm PRC for? It resists wind drift well. Cartridge Type: Rifle Height: 2.85" Width: 0.534" Average FPS: 3121 Average Energy: 3330 Average Gr: 154 Recoil: 2.13 Power Rank: 4.81 of 20 . When it gets mailed to you, you screw it on and you have a 7 PRC! It really looks like this might be the do all cartridge Ive been waiting for. Seriously, before anybody argues with me, watch the video and get out your calculators and figure it out for yourself. I want this to be the best ballistic trajectory calculator out there. The PowerRank is an estimation of the cartridge power. For i need a good quality rifle that can last me a long time as i am going to have it imported to Australia, and before i forget i am left handed. They use Berger 168 gr VLD (Very Low Drag) bullets. RCC brass and Manson reamer. But these eyes have seen better days (literally). For this ballistics demonstration we are using Norma 150gr Scirocco with a muzzle velocity of 3117fps and a ballistic coefficient of 0.536. Most simple ballistic calculators take air density into account, and change the manufacturer's standard sea level Ballistic Coefficient to match the environmental conditions. 2950fps with 32 inch barrel. *Casing image above is an artist rendering and not a real photo of 7mm Remington Magnum Ballistics cartridge. on steroids. This difference in bullet shape can be quantified, and the comparison simplified to one numberthe Ballistic Coefficient, or BC. Ive been working with some pre-production brass that isnt very good. Obviously, the 7mm Rem Mag isnt going to just vanish in the next 10 years. For this load, I chose the 195 Berger EOL and loaded it to max COAL of 3.34. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission, which supports our community. Thanks, God Bless. Further comparison shows that is flies faster than either of the 3 other rounds, and only the 270 Win beats it in terms of average power, but the 7mm is the victor in the average energy as well having 3106 lbs of force from muzzle. The 7mm Rem. I think too many hunters see muzzle velocity and assume if its fast, itll work long range, and thats not true at all. If you want to knock it down.. use a 7mm. Your email address will not be published. I have the 6.5 PRC and 300 PRC, and Im sure a 7mm PRC will be in my future. Its just another very similar round with no clear huge advantages, maybe only recoil. The parent case is the .300 Remington Ultra Magnum and fits a .284 inch bullet on a .317 inch neck with a beltless, rebated, bottleneck with a large rifle magnum primer case . "Gun control: The theory that a woman found dead in an alley, raped and strangled with her panty hose, is somehow morally superior to a woman explaining to police how her attacker got that fatal bullet wound." The maximum effective range of the 6.5 PRC for hunting is approximately 730 yards, at which distance many bullets will slow below 1,900 fps which can cause a bullet to fail to expand. Itll get tons of penetration and you could shoot that light of a bullet VERY fast. Privacy I guess I can hang the gun on the wall and admire its looks until ammunition is available. 2020 Sierra Bullets You should try Vihtavouri N560 powder in your 7 PRC. Youre right. The 7mm Precision Rifle Cartridge is a long-action centerfire rifle cartridge designed to shoot 180 grain bullets at 2,950 fps. A bullet traveling through the air will lose velocity, and the bullet's shape effects how fast it will slow down. Youre also not going to shoot as well on a moving animal. Awesome article and information. 7 PRC looks like the best large deer caliber. External ballistics covers everything that happens during a bullet's flight between the muzzle of the rifle, and the target. This can be useful in comparing cartridges or loads. Again, weight of the bullet plays a large role in bucking wind. Learn to listen to your gut and understand your abilities. The 7 PRC has very slightly less case capacity than the 7mm Remington Magnum, but also has a twist rate and neck length capable of shooting much heavier bullets than are common in a 7 Mag. I really enjoy your videos, I like that you say your truth about the products you review. While we have went to great lengths to make sure that it's as accurate as possible this rendering should not be used to generate specs for casings. This round is here to stay, and while the relative recoil or kick is often sighted as negative, it's often over stated, while it does kick the numbers show that the recoil on average is = or less than the average for the 30-06 but is of course more than the 270, and the 30-30. For example, having 1,500 ft-lbs of energy to kill a bull elk is a decent barometer, but elk have also been killed with far less energy when excellent shot placement and good bullet construction are in play. With the high BC of some of the 7mm bullets, ballistically this 7mm PRC will outshine most 6.5mm and 30cal cartridges. Thank you. The one disagreement I have is that I think the 7PRC will affect the 28 Nosler sales more than they will the 7RM or 280AI. Once break in has been achieved we clean the rifle and begin load development. I mentioned that a bullet may not perform well under 2,000 fps. Another limiting point is how well you judge distance. Up and down winds can be tough to deal with because of difficulty in reading mirage, or the terrain can be hidden. 7 PRC is designed for shorter barrels. He has managed multiple gun ranges, and has hunted around the world. 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