V-MAX . Looking at a fierce CT rival with 20 in 7 PRC. You did not compare this cartridge to the 7mm RUM? 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 highly recommend Preferred Barrel Blanks for this job. At 500 yards the 7mm's ballistic advantage begins to matter with nearly 10 inches less drop than the .270, 6 inches less than the .300. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Far shots start to need a lot of compensation for bullet drop and wind drift to make an ethical shot on a game animal. JavaScript is disabled. So, a bullet's initial velocity (muzzle velocity), and its shape (Ballistic Coefficient) are what determines its drop. Ive got it sending the 162 grain ELD-X 3200 FPS. A good laser rangefinder is a tool, and if it isn't used properly it won't yield good results. We need more ethical hunters who wont chance wounding an animal. (About 19.5 inches). You lose about 25fps per inch of barrel from 24 to 20 inches in using a 7mm PRC depending of course on your powder choice. Input your hunting conditions to see the drop, drift, bullet trajectory, velocity, and energy in easy-to-read ballistics charts and graphs. Hey C3, Aren't Bases for long range higher in the rear as to give better muzzle elevation to scope alignment? Rifle Type Both the 7mm Rem Mag and the .300 Win Mag are only chambered in standard/long action rifles. Someone forgot the grand daddy of 7mm mags! To optimize performance of the 7mm RUM, Remington engineers produced a chamber design utilizing .400" (10mm) free bore. You think they will come out with a 7mm Western? Bullet Weight: 140 gr Initial Velocity: 3130 fps Sight Height : 1.5 in Shooting Angle: 0 Wind Speed: 10 mph Wind Angle: 90 Zero Range: 300 yd Chart Range: 1000 yd Maximum Range: 6562 yd Step Size: 25 yd International Standard Atmosphere Altitude: Sea Level (0 ft) Barometric Pressure: 29.92 Hg Temperature: 59 F Relative Humidity: 50% Im looking for a new elk rifle and am very excited about this new caliber. Thank you. When youre talking about a newly-released cartridge, Jim, it would be helpful if you would tell us what the parent cartridge is, if there is one. Because of the nature of the bullet's shape and its performance through the air, changing Air Densities can have a large effect at long range. Great folks to deal with too. To me its in the Goldilocks zone. The effective range of a bullet can be measured in different ways because it depends on what the bullet needs to be effective at doing. 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. Copyright GunData.org 2015 | Koenig Media, LLC | Links | Sitemap | Advertise. If you would like more information about any of these topics in an easy to understand format, try Robert Rinker's Understanding Firearm Ballistics. But wait, theres more. The heavy weight 7mm projectiles can be used on the lightest of game through to animals weighing up to 320kg, producing fast clean killing out to 1000 yards. I do lose stability out past 1000 yards but still great performance. In fact, it may be about the best choice on the market for my personal preference. The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. Sounded like your load data charts for the 7mm PRC were all done with 24 test barrel. Ok went out with new 7 PRC rifle. Oh, it would be close, but it would still fall under the precise point of aim by about an inch. If your max is 400-yards and the deer is moving, perhaps stick to 200-yards. N NomadPilot Well-Known Member Joined Im a big fan of the 7mm. Personally my mind goes towards hot rodding medium-to-heavy-for-caliber monos in the 150-175 grain range at 3200 -> 3000+ for long range expansion on game. Matt. Interestingly, I loaded 61.2 grains of H4831SC in a 7mm Remington Magnum, and a 7mm PRC. John B. Most people will like 22, but I like em short! We will also provide a dummy round for you to take measurements if requested. The two most important variables are the Initial Velocity and the Ballistic Coefficient. Youre also not going to shoot as well on a moving animal. A faster twist in the rifling of a barrel allows the bullet to spin more quickly to stabilize longer (and consequently heavier) bullets. Final load 61.6 grains 1/4moa. Cartridge Type: RifleHeight: 2.5"Width: 0.532"Average FPS: 3024Average Energy: 3106Average Gr: 153Recoil: 2.06Power Rank: 4.63 of 20. This difference in bullet shape can be quantified, and the comparison simplified to one numberthe Ballistic Coefficient, or BC. Obviously Hornady makes dies for the 7 PRC, but I personally am not a fan of their dies. Maybe you could do a future video on it? Nice build Jim. Shots at game at 800 yards are extreme and should only be attempted by shooters that are using the right equipment, and have the coaching and preparation to positively make the shot. The following improvements will be made: Please sign up for our newsletter so that you can be alerted the moment these new features are launched! Thanks. Loris: 50 inch would be uncommonly long. The numbers for hunting bullet's usually range from 0.200 to 0.800 with most falling in the 0.400 range. Suggested 7mm Rem. In the past too much attention was placed on increasing MV, but modern long range shooters realize that increasing the BC increases performance without increasing recoil. I saw the BIG ballistics spreadsheet on your youtube videos, you should share that. He is a well-known entrepreneur, having started many successful online brands, and lives in St George, Utah. Tikka, Browning, and Bergara are conspicuously missing from the list and yet they all chamber for the 6.5 PRC. 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. Red Oak, White, or Chestnut for Deer Herd? Most simple ballistic calculators take air density into account, and change the manufacturer's standard sea level Ballistic Coefficient to match the environmental conditions. 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. The higher the number, the better down range velocity retention. Do not rely on my anecdotal testing for your rifle. Itll get tons of penetration and you could shoot that light of a bullet VERY fast. grazie, Hi Jim, I hunt in the Alps area in Italy, I walk a lot and would like a light weapon. The 7mm RUM is identical to a high performance race engine in every sense. But keep in mind she kicks more than the .308 and is harder on barrels, but is a nice compromise between the 308 and 300 Win Mag. con canna da 50 inch. Jim Harmer is a host of the Backfire Youtube channel. I have a complete article on the best rifles available now in 7mm PRC. The #1 reason I recommend Preferred Barrel Blanks is because theyve sorted through those issues and can deliver problem-free prefit barrels. Ballistic Profile Specifications: Scope height, velocity, twist rate, and all ballistic data to include bullet Ballistic Coefficient (BC), powder charge, Base to Ogive, and Cartridge Overall Length will be provided with the package. RCC brass is the only place that has it, but the prices are wild at $6 per piece. The 7mm Rem Mag is available from 139-175 grains, while the .300 Win Mag is available anywhere from 15-230 grains. This load has been optimized in Shoot! They have some cool videos that explain it better than I can. Heres what I found. 7mm Remington: SP: 203: 2447: 2330: 7mm Remington Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. If you want to knock it down.. use a 7mm. I am using this data for Scope choice. How much does the system you made weigh? Mainly, because of our inability to directly quantify wind speed and direction as we can with distance when using a rangefinder. Re#26 69 grs pushes a 162 gr A- max 3225 fps. Jim, I enjoy that you use your platform to provide reliable data to ethically take animals. 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. I think the 280AI is a completely different animal as well. 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. Does anyone know how hot you can load a 162 gr. 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 . Obviously, there are many technical differences between the two, but they do fill a nearly identical hole in the market. How to Sight in a Scope - Step by Step Guide. The ballistic data below was calculated with a Hornady 180gr ELD-Match 7mm bullet fired at . rating at 4,200 fps, it would miss. 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. Its just another very similar round with no clear huge advantages, maybe only recoil. All Rights Reserved. Seriously, before anybody argues with me, watch the video and get out your calculators and figure it out for yourself. do you know the 7mm Blaser Magnum? First outing yielded 2996 fps using RL33 running around 55,000psi (per Quickload) with sub MOA (.694 @ 5 shots) groups. You have stated several times you would not use 6.5 Creedmoor or 6.5 PRC for large game like elk. with 50 inch barrel. This can be useful in comparing cartridges or loads. Depending on bullet type and construction, the minimum expansion velocity for rifles falls between about 1300 and 2000 fps. The 30 caliber 165 grain Barnes TSX would have to be fired at 4100 fps muzzle velocity to maintain 2000 fps velocity at 1000 yards. For this ballistics demonstration we are using Norma 150gr Scirocco with a muzzle velocity of 3117fps and a ballistic coefficient of 0.536. 7mms in general produce such good ballistics like higher retained velocity, energy, etc because of the bullets made for this caliber. Eh, someday. Sure, some experts have even gone beyond what we consider the max distance. Every hunter needs to read this and understand the real limitations of their ammunition. Im guessing that the parent cartridge for this is the .416, but thats really a guess. Using a 30 Bartlein barrel, Manson reamer, RCC brass, and wanted to do some comparisons to your results. How will that compare? It seems that the cartridge was designed to compress the load right at the point where youd reach pressure with these common powders. An inch is no big deal even if you're shooting squirrels in the head. Last, I shot Accurate Magpro powder with the same 175gr ELD-X and CCI large magnum primer out of a 24 test barrel. Using this as a reference, let's examine several other factors that can effect our shot placement. Those shooters could use the information that Hornady is providing herein Your rifle will be sent over to Evolved Munitions LLC who will then begin the load development process. For this experiment, well look at three common ways to determine effectiveness. RCC brass and Manson reamer. thank you. So, the crosswind velocity and the bullet's time of flight will determine how much it is deflected in the wind. You have to find the right balance of weight and aerodynamics. This package can be added onto any rifle bought through Evovled Ballistics. I hope brass makers continue to make 7mm STW brass. F-Class 32 barrel. You want to take full advantage of this cartridges ballistic potential. L. B. This bullet has massive power, and a really flat trajectory allowing this bullet to hit targets much further away and with more power. We analyzed 6 different loads for each cartridge (the proper way to read that sentence is Jim sat at a computer for WEEKS putting data into very complicated Excel sheets) to come out with an average of what several common loads for each cartridge will accomplish. Or, you can of course use a custom action like a Terminus, Defiance, etc. 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 . 5/8 to 1 groups at 500 yards. 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 Ive been curious how it would shake out/compare to the 7SAUM when seated long. This compares favorably to 150 grain and 180 grain .308 bullets which have sectional densities of .226 and .271 respectively. And were you making your own brass or using RCC machined brass? The best way to think about this round is as an updated version of the venerable 7mm Rem. Looking at your H4831sc chart Im a little faster at 62.7grs than what you had at 63grs. Im sure people will certainly use the cartridge for many things. Here are the ranges for a 190gr A-Tip Match in a 27in 7.21 Firebird at 3240fps: 1900fps: 1250yd 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. while they work great at closer ranges, they will fail miserably if you want to push your shots out there. what speed can you get? Hey Jim, thanks for all the great content. I really want to compare recoils of suppressed rifles. Im sure we both understand youre trying to reach hunters and shooters of all levels, and you dont want to overload everyone with too much data. Ive left comments but could use some advice. So far, my favorite powder for reloading the 7 PRC is H4831SC using standard large rifle primers. Come join the discussion about optics, hunting, gunsmithing, styles, reviews, accessories, classifieds, and more! If you hunt and want to shoot at a longer range, you may be wondering what the effective range of a rifle cartridge is. But, everything has to be perfect for it to work. Thanks, Jake. We don't need to do math, we'll just use one of the many ballistics programs that are availableif you are interested, try the free online program I put together atwww.gseven.com. The aim ballistically for Hornady with the 7mm PRC, is for a cartridge that will fire a 180gr 7mm bullet at around 2950 to 3000fps. Did you supply or install the muzzle device or did you get one from Preferred Barrels? Jim, Im wondering why you did not include the Winchester 284, in your comparative with the lineup. Unfortunately, the chronograph (Labradar) glitched out and didnt record all the velocities, but I did at least shoot the following two that were recorded. There are quite a few variables that all work to decrease the true potential of a rifle. The first is simple to measure and compensate for. Required fields are marked *. I think the biggest win for the PRC however is the factory support that the SAUM lacks. Mag. I have a Vortex Strike Eagle on my 7mmMag that is being rebarreled. The following table compares the 7 PRC to several other cartridges using Hornadys Precision Hunter line of ammunition. It just takes experience, and a willingness to shoot often and learn something every time you pull the trigger.The more you shoot and practice, the more you will realize how difficult precision shooting at longer ranges can become. Should be the next level do it all cartridge. This is averaging several different loads to get these numbers for each cartridge, so we can compare apples-to-apples, but youre right that with ALL cartridges you could go up or down slightly depending on the load selection. Great stuff. Magnus spin drift will cause a bullet to drift right for a right hand twist barrel, and the amount is proportional to the square of the time of flight. 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? I keep watching to see everyones long term thoughts and hunting performance. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Looking forward to seeing what the 7mm PRC can do by comparison. Where can I get 7 PRC brass? Shoot! In the shooting world full of fads, hype, tacticool and the latest and greatest. I used the same primer, and the same 175gr ELDX bullet. With that bullet, drop at 1000 would be measured in yards. Im eager to do some load development. The time of flight is dependent on shape (BC) and initial muzzle velocity. is beginning to assert its trajectory superiority here with a 5-inch advantage over the .270 Win. The parent case is the .308 Winchester with a narrowed neck that fits a .284 inch bullet on a .315 inch neck with a rimless, bottleneck case. Count me in as a 7mm STW shooter. As you can see from the above table, the 7mm PRC is most similar to the Gunwerks 7 LRM. Isnt it smart to have a buffer and not go to the utmost maximum? The second, and in my opinion, the most difficult to compensate for is wind deflection. Testing 160-168 Gr bullets. Why is it a foregone conclusion that Shooters will gravitate toward heavy-for-caliber high-BC bullets in the 7mm PRC? Let's look at the difference in drop and deflection for our reference at 1000 yards from a 200 yard zero for two cases: 1000 ft 50 degrees ,and 8000 ft and 20 degrees. i have a 6.5 prc after reading this page on 7mm prc theres not enough extra hump in this new prc to justify buying one, I have three 7mags but I also have a 300wsm that lays down the gauntlett and beats this prc at everything. The Hornady 7 PRC is a new long-range hunting and competition cartridge that slides neatly into the gap that exists between the 6.5 PRC and 300 PRC. Let me know! It will a produce a line graph showing the bullet drop and flight path of the bullet. This would negate most of the recoil pain and serve as a solid replacement for 7mm Rem Mag without the belt pain. No obvious pressure signs, but I didnt feel I should compress further. Factory Savage 7mm rem mag 1000 yard video. Our reference system will take 1.3 seconds to reach 1000 yards. Im hunting with this cartridge with 145 gr TTSX on red stags till 250 kg untill 300 m: First know Im a disabled hunter who is in my early 60s, I have a spinal issue from an accident and just had shoulder surgery, I cant walk far anymore. Larry Whitehouse. 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. I had them make me a short 20 carbon fiber-wrapped barrel chambered in 7 PRC. Jim Harmer is a host of the Backfire Youtube channel. My scope has seen better days but my Weatherby Accumark is like new and I really like it. Copyright 2023 ShootersCalculator.comALL rights reserved. This spring I built a 7mm REM Mag with a long throat in a 28 inch barrel 1:8 twist from McGowen Barrels. Love what youre doing. This information is provided to the shooter as well. The only other company Ive seen with die sets is Whidden Gunworks. This should get me real close when I go to shoot. Im tired of hunting with my long and heavy 300 win mag so Im re-chambering it. Will be interested in seeing which manufacturers chamber this round. ballistics app/software that you can understand and use in the field (either target shooting or hunting). Theres always another hunt. The email address you entered is not valid. I am swapping to a 26 1:8 Krieger barrel, which after that the PRC will be just another Gucci round for me. No visible pressure signs, but likely overpressure. Trajectory for Custom .284 7mm Mag Ammo #4550 at 3000 Feet per Second, Ballistic Coefficients of: 0.545 0.515 0.515 0.515 0.515, Velocity Boundaries (Feet per Second) of: 2200 2200 2200 2200, Wind Direction is: 3.0 oclock and a Wind Velocity of: 10.0 Miles per hour, Wind Components are (Miles per Hour): DownRange: 0.0 Cross Range: 10.0 Vertical: 0.0, The Firing Point speed of sound is: 1120.27 fps. Freedom is not free. Good flat trajectory and power make this cartridge a winner when hunting deer, mule deer, and other medium to large game. The bullet does not drop below the speed within the max range specified. I have a Vortex Diamondback Tactical on my 6.5 Cre and I have it verified out to 700 Yards which is exactly where you say it is. Unfortunately I wasnt able to find any standard case diagrams for the Sherman cartridges so thats really all I can say. Thanks for all the research and compilation here, are you certain of the numbers here as in many cases your distance where bullet travels less than 1500 fps is shorter than that same calibres 1900 fps for example 6.5 PRC? 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. Was pleasantly surprised by your reference to preferred barrels and to find out that you are also a local Utah sportsman as I grew up only 70 miles away from St. George and still live and hunt this area with my family. Also, any chance you could add 270wsm to the tables? Snow. Nice informative article. I'd throw a link in, but i don't know how from an iPhone. The 6.5 Creedmoor has long been known to cause damage to the International Space Station with errant shots. I do have a gain lands so its not a 100% apples to apples comparison. While the 7mm 168 grain VLD would only need 3100 fps at the muzzle to match that 2000 fps velocity at 1000 yards. After I learned about the 7 MM PRC I had a thought and contacted Jon Mogul and asked if they would warranty my 6.5 PRC barrel and they did! That doesnt mean I should take a shot that far. Ive constructed a similar table that takes into account bullet construction, including expansion ratios and weight retention over time, and Id be curious to get your opinion on it. 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. Any idea on predicted velocities for it? Minimum sucks. The same goes for doping wind for direction and speed. Thats why knowledge of 7mm Rem Mag Ballistics is so important. A hunting firearm can only be so heavy, and a smart shooter will only subject himself to a limited amount of recoil. lb Muzzle Velocity ft/sec. I have an m70 classic with a 26 Brux barrel. Thanks for all the helpful info on the 7PRC. Thanks again! Its a direct thread. I currently shoot a 300 Win Mag. I just hope I gave you a little something to consider. Thanks, God Bless. Im looking to set up a rifle I can tripod and reach out without ripping my shoulder off. Ideal extreme powders? 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. In certain situations we may suggest the use of ballistic turrets and for most scope models we can have custom turrets cut according to your load data. Unlike a load data book from one of the ammunition companies, I am not measuring pressure with a computer. 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