For hunting from 300yds max, elk on down. How much difference in performance on game, with factory loads only, is there between a 16 and 18 inch barrel?
16" or 18" for hunting?
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More than likely you are looking at 50-100 fps difference at the muzzle.Kill a hog. Save the planet.
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Originally posted by 37L1 View PostNone that you or the elk on down would notice."Those who sacrifice liberty for security, deserve neither." Benjamin Franklin
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If I just look at my recorded muzzle velocities between several 16" and 18" barrels, I wouldn't be able to tell you what came from what barrel.NRA Basic, Pistol, Rifle, Shotgun, RSO
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Guess which ones are 16" and which are 18":
123gr SST factory #8152
2471 fps
2455 fps
123gr AMAX factory
2456 fps
123gr Scenar PF Factory
2522 fps
2452 fpsNRA Basic, Pistol, Rifle, Shotgun, RSO
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Right, it's so minimal- get the length that you want to feel comfy with- BBL lengths ballistics are small indifferences- the End Game Results will be same as inside 300Y.
Get what feels right, you can always buy another- Like some of us have done. Maybe Bill A., had this planned out in advance- 24-16" tube, Hmmmm/ I'll get two! Ha Ha !
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I would also look at your build, height/weight, when selecting a hunting stick. I can get away with carrying 20" and 22" barrels, but still prefer 18" or 16" for the ease of maneuver in and out of ATV's, carrying through the mountains, and the handy balance of the shorter guns.
If you have kids and a small wife, they will really enjoy the lighter AR15's with adjustable telescoping stocks.NRA Basic, Pistol, Rifle, Shotgun, RSO
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6.5 Grendel Reloading Handbooks & chamber brushes can be found here:
www.AR15buildbox.com
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