Which grain of bullet would you say preforms the best for longer distances for the .30-06 ?
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Which grain of bullet would you say preforms the best for longer distances for the .30-06 ?
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IMO the 165 grain bullets are a good versitile choice in an '06.
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I really like 165 grain 30-06s like them best
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Speer Grand Slam 180gr. Best all round bullet for the 30-06 IMO. I would not bother loading any other.
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I have to agree!Originally Posted by Mr. Dean
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The real long range guys shoot 200 or 220 grainers at 1000 metres, sicne they have the very best ballistic coefficient. But for hunting, they would not be the best choice.
I dig the 165 grainers myself.
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a sleek 165/168 grain pushed @ 2800 fps is about as good as it gets for an open country load in the 30-06. I prefer the new Nosler Accubond for deer hunting and the Barnes Triple Shock for bears/elk/moose, although both will work on all critters.
the 30-06 doesnt have the case capacity to drive a bullet over 190 grains to decent speeds. 200 grain bullets can be loaded to around 2550 fps, which is perfect for moderate range shooting, but nothing more.
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My personal preference is a Hornaday 190 gr BTSP. Always worked well for me, and never had to chase an animal.
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