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. So what does that mean? Energy: 1234 ft-lbs. Muzzle: 2402 ft-lbs. Thank you. This cartridge is one of the most capable rounds I have ever shot. The first time I fired the .300NM I was blown away. While the other three rounds in this category may have an advantage in economics (300 Winchester Magnum), accuracy (338 Lapua Magnum) or range (408 CheyTac), the 50 BMG is still the king of the domain of long-range shooting. But its so close to the 6.5-300 Wby. Unlike 99.999% of Internet articles vomited out by any and everybody, I could taste the sweet and aromatic aroma of actual first-hand knowledge, long experience, and deep expertise oozing out of each sentence. The market has followed. All images on our website are the property of their respective owners. I just want to see more of the market available to the 6CM. Thanks. In this topic, I have to admit a certain level of bias. This cartridge is the .270 GIBBS and is based on the 30.06 case with the shoulder moved forward and at a 35 degree angle. Average price per round at $2.25. Yep, me too. Unless youre shooting really far. Ammo Availability: Due to the popularity of the cartridge, 6.5CM ammo can be found almost anywhere. .223 Wylde chambered 20" barreled rifle. Overall Practicality: Incredible mid to long-range performance. MVs vary between 2,600 fps and 2,900 fps depending on projectile grain weight. Reloading components can be found nearly anywhere. History: Unlike the previous cartridges, this is the first one that has no parent case. Recoil Condition: Shooting any of these calibers across any number of platforms will show that each round feels differently depending on the set-up. 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 .308 Win case has a nice even powder burn and has readily available brass for reloading. Muzzle Velocity: Firing a 300gr SMK, MV: 2,650 fps, Ballistic Co-Efficient: 300gr SMK, G1: 0.747 G7: 0.383. Marine Approved is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associate Program. The .308 would have a slight advantage in barrel life, Im sure. Projectile manufacturers are even still making their high-end rounds in .243. Also, experience firing large bore calibers is advised. At 300 yards it has dropped around 13 inches, and at 500 yards it's just under 60 inches (5 feet). If you are looking for exceptional, hard-hitting, flat performance, you might want to consider the .300 PRC. 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. Danny. But isnt that what makes it awesome? Remaining Energy: Muzzle: 2402 ft-lbs. Most of the calculators out there show larger drop rates then your table. You can argue that you can get the 243 WSSM shooting flatter, but that cartridge is already considered obsolete. At 1000 yards the .30-06 round has dropped around 30 feet (350 inches). The Long Range community has been pushing the envelope more and more. This cartridge will always hold a special place in my heart. If you are inexperienced, youre in luckbecause todays Long Range shooting community is being flooded by great, streamlined, low-recoiling cartridges. Multi-Caliber .17 to .300 WBY. The biggest issue for calibers this new and this niche, is Hornadys ability to keep up with the demand. I too share your endorsement of Ron, his videos are a treat each week. Deciding on the three best flat-shooting cartridges does not come down simply to one statistic, but a combination of all the factors inherent to a cartridge. The average price per round is $3.00-$4.25. The cartridge was designed for reliable feeding in battle rifles, not efficient powder burns for consistent accuracy. 1,000m: 1,345 ft-lbs. Even though primarily technical, it somehow makes a very enjoyable and mentally stimulating read. This basically means the opening of the case where the bullet is seated, is tightened from 6.8mm to 5.7mm. 500m: 2,621 ft-lbs. 500m: 1,866 ft-lbs. Just want to extend my sincere gratitude to you for all of the hard work, time, and incredible effort that you put into this, and so many other endeavors that you have undertaken to give us so much useful information and education, and doing so in a carefully detailed and professional manner! Projectiles will be available but brass might not be. I am curious to see how it does for a 22 that can push any bullet weight made for it. Again, this round is such a classic. Ballistic Co-Efficient: The projectile designed specifically for Long Range shooting is the 90 grain Sierra Match King. History: The 6mm Creedmoor can obviously be related to its slightly bigger brother; the 6.5CM. That changed in 1997 when Remington standardized many 6.5 wildcats based on the .308 Winchester. I took multiple loads from each, but identical sources. 1,500m: 426 ft-lbs. Ive always liked the .260. Many shooters claim the .224 has about half of the felt recoil as a .308. I expect barrel life is better than the PRC, yet probably not as good as the Creedmoor. Initial Thoughts: I really like the 6.5 Lapua for seasoned bolt-gun competition shooters. The .243 was also a great option for those living in countries that banned the use of military countries (.308 Win/7.62x51mm NATO). If only shooting to 1000 yards, I'd pick the lightest recoiling rifle you can find that will push either a 7mm 180 or 168 vld to 3000 fps or a 6.5 140 class to 3000 fps or close. Muzzle Velocity: A standard projectile weight for optimum performance out of the 6CM would be a 105 grain Berger Target VLD @ 3,100fps. 1. Ballistic Co-Efficient: Above bullet, G1: 0.539 G7: 0.276. He served as team leader for a scout sniper team during the 22nd MEU. I hope this report clears up some trajectory confusion and perhaps settles some old arguments. That kind of long-range accuracy comes at a hefty price with this model starting at $11,700 from the manufacturer. The only downside we found with this gun is the cartridge design. Introduced to us in 1955, the .243 was designed as a sporting and target rifle round. A 6.5 PRC build certainly will not be cheap, so if you are a beginner or limited on budget, this is not the caliber for you. As to be expected, the 6mm Creedmoor is still a young cartridge. Thats comparing apples to apples with the others up above, using a 6 vitals zone. And is it fair to include Risky Ralphs overstuffed, compressed-powder loads that exceed the highest handloading guides top loads by 400 fps and leave primers looking as if theyd been squashed on a train track? Initial Thoughts: I find it so interesting to see how this compares to the Lapua Magnum. Overall Practicality: All in all, the 6.5 Lapua has great numbers on a round moving fairly slow. This caliber is one of the most popular and widely used centerfire cartridges in the world. JOHN BUOL Preferred Caliber For 500 To 1,000 Yards And Beyond: 5.56mm NATO. If we get another iteration of this article in the years to come, we may have the opportunity to see. Dear James I have been considering something with more power and am willing to learn to reload. I see this more for the shooter that needs terminal performance. 26 Nosler is considered by many to be the best cartridge for long-range hunting. It has flipped positions with the 6.5, losing by a mere 1.4-inches. The research is out there if you need it. You will not impress anyone serious in the Long Range community by selecting the largest bore LR caliber if you cant properly mitigate and control the recoil of your system. Second, we are not encouraging extreme-range shooting at game. These lists are awesome to go over. 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. Budget speaking, the 6.5 Grendel is much more of a value in rifle and ammo costs than the AR-10 class of calibers. No. Mil/LE and Hunting communities need the RE factor for hard-hitting, threat/animal stopping performance. Now that we have laid out the calibers in question, next, lets go over the parameters in choosing the best round for you. Accuracy, knowledge of your rifle and its drops at different ranges, and knowledge of the conditions will dictate your very long range shots. Only B.C. I still think this cartridge might be a bit on the wildcat side of the market (expensive to shoot and a barrel burner). Factory ammo isnt heavily available; expect to pay around $1.75 per round. Without, this cartridge should be shot by older more experienced enthusiasts. The .243 can be a great beginner gun because of its low recoil and ammo availability. To this day, the .300WM is still a very popular choice amongst Long Range hunters and military snipers. Too much felt recoil can build bad habits like target flincheven for experienced shooters. Ditto the 6.5 Creedmoor and 6.5-300 Wby. The 178's start out the slowest, but at 500 yards are the fastest. The .243 Winchester has a large MV range; from 3,025 fps (105 grain projectile) to 4,058 fps (55 grain projectile). Once again great effort appreciated. Just curious if you included the 300 Norma or maybe I missed it. Most .243 rifles are chambered in older, wooden sporting stocks like the Winchester Model 70 and older Remington 700s. In his spare time, he is an avid gun collector, hunter, and outdoorsman. Ultimately, we cannot deny that this round was replaced by better options. (Well that largely depends on the shooter). Some could even say that this caliber has created quite the fanboy following. All in all, pick something that will be pleasant for you to shoot over and over. I would expect to see 6,000-8,000+. The .277 bullet earns a lower B.C. Modified from a .30.03 cartridge, the .30-06 was developed for military purposes in 1906. originating from a desire to be shooting at 1000 yards. spitting a 100-gr. This cartridge was designed to deliver devastating .30 cal Magnum performance. Mag. Also, I used something called G1 B.C. The .30-06 is such a classic sniper rifle round, I could not leave it out of the running. If you are investing $800 on a Proof Research, carbon-wrapped barrelreplacing that every 1,500 rounds will be costly. In your opinion is the 6.5 Creedmoor going to eventually put out to pasture the 30-06 and the .308? 1,000m: 1,523 ft-lbs. Mag. Although they exist, it is not very feasible or common to find gas systems that will feed the longer, magnum cartridges (i.e. Remaining Energy: Muzzle: 2,158 ft-lbs 500m: 1,047 ft-lbs 1,000m: 436 ft-lbs 1,500m: 222 ft-lbs. Cheapest I found is 80 cent. No exotics just yet, theyll come later. Transonic speed is the point in a bullets trajectory where it slows down and transitions from supersonic to subsonic (Mach 1-Mach 0.7 or 1125-880 fps). It is the flattest shooting option you can get. I like the idea of taking the .223/5.56 concept and stretching its legs. This cartridge can be found in semi-auto AR-style rifles. Like the .308 Winchester, ammo availability and reloading components are everywhere. This can get expensive so choosing my first is very important. That said, there is very little factory ammo available, and performance is stated to be between the 6.5 Creedmoor and 6.5 PRC, though having loaded for and shot multiple rifles chambered in all these, I can honestly say the 6.5284 Norma is generally AT LEAST the equal of the 6.5 PRC. You cannot pick a better round for the beginner Long Range shooter. For those PRS guys that prefer bolt-guns, the PRC is a great alternative to the CM. unfair comparison, Hornady makes a 139 grain BTSP for the 7mm mag very flat shooter, Great info, thanks for your difficult work. 1,500m: 630 ft-lbs. 1,000m: 1,345 ft-lbs. As said before, the standard rifle manufacturers have not caught up the .224 Valkyrie. 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. That's fast. I am not here to say that this round or that round is the best for a military sniper or a bench rest shooter. Thats what happened with Norma. Im not going to dive too deep down that rabbit-hole, or even techniques to help. The Chey-Tac M200 Intervention is the bolt-action rifle built to handle this round, and shooters have been documented firing a group of 3 shots within 16 inches at 2,321 yards. The downfall? They throw in 200 rounds ($1,400 worth), but you still need to provide your own optics. The cartridge was designed for reliable feeding in battle rifles, not efficient powder burns for consistent accuracy. Now, one manufacturer specializes in fast, powerful, ridiculous cartridges, and thats Weatherby. Length: 7" or 9". History: The .300 Winchester Magnum was developed in 1963 by Winchester itself. For the average shooter looking to get into Long Range shooting, turn away and run to the smaller guys. The sheer muzzle energy from these bigger calibers is beyond impressive. Not ideal for beginners or those who do not reload. We used our training and repetitive experience to put accurate rounds on target, not fancy top-of-the-line rifle builds and hand-loaded bullets. Ammo Availability: Ammo is available online, however, it is not cheap. The advent of precision rifle competitions and the laser rangefinder has increased the publics desire to go long. From PRS shooters to Long Range hunters, the Creedmoor has made a name for itself. With a suppressor on the .300 Norma Magnum, the recoil still isnt all that bad. Vastly improved barrel life by having a good case volume to bore volume ratio, and pushing longer bullets through the tube. One of the selling points of this round, when it was introduced, was its light recoil for a deer gun. So what if we shoot further than 300? Rule of thumb: 30-50 fps for every inch of the barrel either gained or lost. Currently, G1 through G8 and GL is the only mathematical models to express BCs. Still less than the classic .308 Winchester. I do believe the market will catch up to this round. They are normalized within caliber. Also because of how popular and available it is, the 6.5 comes in around $0.75 to $1.25 per round, making it very affordable to shoot compared to other high-performing LR calibers. It was a great option at the time for those wanting long range performance with very low recoil. Average price per round at $2.25. Those of you who reload can stretch the Valkyrie by playing with different powders, bullet seating depths, and projectile types. Muzzle Velocity: 168gr Berger Target Hybrid @ 3,200 fps, Ballistic Co-Efficient: G1: 0.515 G7: 0.264. Required fields are marked *. We all know that AR-10s of the past could never keep up in accuracy with a bolt gun. I too am a huge fan of Ron Spomer. Barrel life and ammo prices. In the future, maybe the Over .30 Cal Club will find some traction in the AR- world. As said before, each of the parameters will have to be thought about. With that in mind, you don't need high end optics, a long range cartridge, and special support for shots that close. That being said if you plan to take your Long Range game seriously, I would invest the time and money into reloading. I also love that this cartridge can be fired from standard Long-Action receivers. Best Deer Ammo In 7mm Rem. Also, terminal performance on larger targets has proven weak at best (one large reason the .243 never caught on with the military). With a flatter trajectory and less wind drift the .300 Win Mag offers a useful step up in performance in a similar size rifle. Availability in stores could be troublesome unless shopping at a Cabelas/Bass Pro Shop. 500m: 1260 ft-lbs. Ammo Availability: One of the biggest drawbacks of this round is that ammunition is not readily available and its expensive. This article covered not only objective but the subjective topics my buddies use to caliber shame my 5.56. After seeing such success with its flagship cartridge, Hornady wanted to take the Creedmoor to the next level. Projectiles can be found anywhere with nearly any grain-weight in its class, for those of you who reload. Recoil is slightly less than the PRC even though some loads surpass the PRC in velocity unless the PRC is pushed to the point accuracy falls off. The .223 is an excellent choice for an inexperienced and/or younger shooter. A Canadian sniper had a record kill at over 3500 yards last year in Afghanistan. Surprisingly due to the case volume to bore area ratio, barrel life is impressive for a cartridge of this size. Barrel Life on the .243 can range anywhere from 1,500 rounds to 3,000. I believe this was due to the projectiles that were selected for each. Fantastic information. It is also the most popular caliber for the most popular and modular riflethe AR-15. The newest variants of all service sniper rifles have options chambered in the classic Long Range caliber. Initial Thoughts: Ive always liked the .260. The average price per round will be $1.25. At the time this cartridge was revolutionary in that it bridged the gap between small and fast varmint projectiles with heavier medium game calibers. The US military decided that the average rifle squad was more effective by accurately delivering rounds on target with a 5.56mm rifle than the heavier recoiling 7.62 platforms. I had no issue staying on target for a follow-up shot. To be fair to the 30-378, it murders 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. For the Long Range hunting community, I would argue that the .30-06 still has a place in this world. http://www.hornady.com/ballistics-resource/ballistics-calculator, 338 Lapua with a 300 grain projectile (you can run 250s in the Lapua as well, but most run a 300). I personally shoot a .338 Edge, and I am not at all upset it did not make the list. And the AR-10 was designed SPECIFICALLY for the .308 Winchester/7.62x51mm NATO. Tikka rifles are excellent shooters. Muzzle Velocity: Using the 140gr ELD Match, 2,750 fps. While that incredibly fast 6.5-300 Wby. Nosler's goal was to improve on the 7mm Rem Mag without creating a full magnum length cartridge. I was surprised the 308 warbird was not included with the 208gr or 212gr bullet. Now when it comes to ammo, I already mentioned wildcat cartridges. Hunters and shooters should also know that wind deflection of bullets is a more challenging part of hitting what you shoot at than is drop. With low recoil and flat trajectories, the .260 is another great option for someone interested in Long Range shooting. You get excellent Long Range performance, with recoil slightly less than the .308 Winchester. Of the large calibers is the 50 BMG the best choice based on ammo cost and availability vs the Chey Tacs and Barrett. The top-end stuff certainly has its gatekeepers. All in all, the .308 is certainly manageable by shooters of most ages. Other than that, the projectiles will always be available. The 6.5 Grendel can be found on almost all online ammo retailers. the 270 Wby is tough to beat with a 130 gr bullet started at 3400-3500 fps. Its LR performance and retained energy will be a great option for taking down the larger games at distance. And while that pokey 300 grain 338 Lapua round drops quite a bit compared to the others in the list, its carrying a lot of energy: enough to take a deer at 1775 yards. What caliber rifle shoots the farthest? Impressive, comprehensive, is packed with useful information. It should be possible that a few savvy and disgruntled hunters/reloaders have stocked up in anticipation BEFORE the grab for those start after rifles are released. Being developed in 2017, most ammo is going to come from reloading. The .25-06 Remington rifle cartridge used to be a rare wildcat. 500m: 2,755 ft-lbs. The caliber took the LR community by storm. Basically, if you click on a product link on this site and buy that product we get a small commission at no extra cost to you. Overall Practicality: The .260 isnt too informationally unavailable to offer a great learning caliber to the average new shooter. One of the great things about a .223 rifle build is that the recoil is manageable for a shooter of any age. For example, A 7 SAUM, 280 AI and 7 Rem Mag. The components for reloading are also readily available. Muzzle: 2670 ft-lbs 500m: 1439 ft-lbs 1,000m: 698 ft-lbs 1,500m: 335 ft-lbs. The .300 WSM is going to be a bolt-action-only build. This last factor will doom the cartridge, in and of itself if no one else picks up the torch for brass production (which isnt likely). Which as a cartridge is all good for hunting farm deer or friendly competition matches. Overall Practicality: This round impresses the hell out of me. Put the two together and you have a great shooting LR round. With the right rifle, the .300WM can be a very smooth shooting set-up. Remaining Energy: Muzzle: 5,096 ft-lbs. . The average price per round will be close to $2.00. For the Top 5 you have listed, what manufacturers offer a complete rifle in those calibers? You can compare these numbers with your favorite cartridge using Backfires own table of flat shooting cartridges and you will see that the numbers indicated are in the absolute upper tiers. Muzzle: 2,821 ft-lbs. No one denies how incredibly devastating this caliber can be, but for the average tactical and competition guy, this caliber is overkill. Reloading is also expensive because the brass isnt cheap. So having the mission flexibility to own a heavy, long-barreled bolt gun AND a lightweight, semi-auto gas gun that fires the same familiar roundis priceless. Initial Thoughts: A good friend of mine owns a 6.5 Grendel and I must say, it is extremely accurate and pleasant to shoot. Please do a review on 7MM calibers. Most .243 rifles are chambered in older, wooden sporting stocks like the Winchester Model 70 and older Remington 700s. 28 in. Cross-Platform Use: Hornady designed the 6.5 PRC for use in a bolt-gun. Since nearly all long-distance shooters today use a laser rangefinder, does it even matter which cartridges shoot the flattest? I like the 300 win mag for above reasons. Recoil Condition: For being a long and hard-hitting round, the 6.5 CM still maintains a lower felt recoil. It packs a serious punch with high ballistics as well. Of course, be advised that components, dies, etc., will be more costly than most of the others. A popular western big-game cartridge, the 7mm Magnum doubles as an excellent tool for long-range target shooting. Recoil Condition: This round is special just like the other 6.5mm projectiles in its class. Thanks for your hard work and entertaining videos, your passion shines through! But dont waste your time trying to convince us a slower cartridge in any caliber can shooter flatter than the ones weve identified as category leaders. This caliber is known for providing excellent Long Range performance with very light recoil. Muzzle: 4,677 ft-lbs. that are blowing the ceiling off gun sales, instead of 6 5 CDM? Our blog and video on the Flattest Shooting Cartridge Ever! Recoil statistics are offered for reference. One of the most complex and widely debated topics within the modern firearms community is caliber selection for long-range shooting. Youve already come here, which shows you are willing to read. I work at a very large and popular firearms dealer, and I have sold dozens (if not hundreds) if the 6.5, but I havent sold 1, or had anyone even ask about the top 3 in this list. The military changed its need for the .30-06 as its primary infantry weapon cartridge. For those PRS guys that prefer bolt-guns, the PRC is a great alternative to the CM. Thats what happened with Norma. However, I cant jump fully on board until more bolt action options are available. Why even mention such an antiquated round? Basically, whatever Gx model is used, will be the standard bullet profile shape to compare off of. It's pretty impressive how close the wind performance really is for these cartridges. 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. Flattest Shooting Hunting Calibers. Have fun hunting! A BC number can be represented in several different, values or standards. Recoil Condition: Like most calibers with projectiles lighter than 150 grains, the recoil can be considered light. How To Purchase The Right Chef Knife That Is Highly Efficient? Any shooter of any age can comfortably shoot the Valkyrie without feeling recoil fatigue. History: Winchester designed the .300 WSM in 2001 with the idea of a hybrid. 6.5mm and 7mm projectiles offer very high ballistic coefficients, meaning they offer excellent ability to overcome drag and wind deflection over longer distances. Full Disclosure Here. It has been a proven competitor in the PRS circuit. It was a great option at the time for those wanting long range performance with very low recoil. I shot this out of the new Barrett ASR at 1,600m. You can certainly find uppers to piece onto your AR-10 lower. Cross-Platform Use: .300 PRC is strictly a bolt action caliber at the moment. This cartridge was designed to deliver devastating .30 cal Magnum performance. Do you have any of the data on the weight of the bullets, the brand of the bullets, the BC, any of the information related to the data youre posting? In order to find this value, usually, a ballistic solution software would have to compute the RE, on what is called a Range Card. Because projectile options can range anywhere from 120gr to 230gr, projectile weights and MVs vary greatly. The wildly overbore 6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum wins or places near the top of the flat-shooter podium at most ranges to at least 1,000 yards. Recoil Condition: Getting into the magnum calibers, recoil is going to be noticeably more than the .308 Winchester. But you did such an awesome job with this data. Recoil Condition: With a muzzle brake and/or suppressor, the .300WM can feel similar to a .308 Winchester. What bullet weight did you select for the .270 Winchester? The average cost per round of .260 Remington online will be around $1.70. Great info but my 7mm rem mag with Nosler 120 grain BT (.417bc) @ 3600fps has anything on this chart beat pretty soundly. Thanks Jim! if(typeof ez_ad_units != 'undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'backfire_tv-box-4','ezslot_7',175,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-backfire_tv-box-4-0'); Spinning high B.C. You can readily find these rounds online. To find the ideal caliber youll have to ask yourself a few questions. Although its going to be easier to estimate drop for a 700 yard shot with a 30-378, compared to a 30-06, you still need to range your animal within +/-25 yards using the 30-378 to hit vitals. I ran the numbers with the 180 grain Ballistic tip at 3420 fps. 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 130's start out the fastest and have the least drop at 500 yards, about 50" with a 100 yard zero. However, the majority of builds will be designed for the bolt action system. Ballistic Co-Efficient: Using Berger 140gr VLD projectiles G1: 0.593 G7: 0.304, Remaining Energy: Muzzle: 2,266 ft-lbs 500m: 1,174 ft-lbs 1,000m: 535 ft-lbs 1,500m: 296 ft-lbs. The Verdict: If you put a gun to my head, the 6.5mm Creedmoor is the best, overall, Long Range caliber. The .308 Win used 175s with a higher BC than the .30-06s 168 grain Sierra. Overall Practicality: The .224 Valkyrie takes the benefits from the .223 and extends its range performance drastically. Since I have shot my .270 Winchester primarily with the Hornady 150gr spire point and I know at 500 yards it drops close to 50 inches. With less powder capacity than a .300 WM, the WSM is still manageable. Perhaps you, dear reader, can provide the formula! . All 6mm projectiles are notorious for extremely fast throat erosion. I also appreciate the realistic exposition of the relevant comparison between effects of flat-shooting cartridge vs judging cross-wind! Anecdotally, PRS shooters are having to change barrels once per year. What is a flat gun? 1,500m: 306 ft-lbs. Reproduction of any part of this website without direct permission is prohibited. As much talk as there is about the .270 Winchesters ability to shoot flatly, it does not compare with these three flat-shooting options. However, the lead that the 25-06 has is pretty small. Muzzle Velocity: Using the US Militarys XM1163, MV: 2,940 fps, Ballistic Co-Efficient: 230gr Berger Hybrid OTM Tactical G1: 0.717 G7: 0.368, Remaining Energy: Muzzle: 4,414 ft-lbs. 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