Long-Range Shooting with the 300 PRC

TLDRWatch as we push the boundaries of long-range shooting with the 300 PRC cartridge. We attempt to hit targets beyond 1.3 kilometers and discuss the build and performance of the rifle.

Key insights

🎯The 300 PRC cartridge offers impressive long-range capabilities and accuracy.

🔫The rifle used in this video is chambered in 300 PRC and has been specifically built for long-range shooting.

🎯The shooter uses advanced ballistics calculations and adjusts for environmental factors like wind and temperature.

🔫The shooter single-loads the rifle to ensure precision and stability during long-distance shots.

🎯Despite challenging conditions, the shooter successfully hits targets at various distances.

Q&A

What is the effective range of the 300 PRC cartridge?

The 300 PRC cartridge has an effective range of over 1.3 kilometers, making it ideal for long-range shooting.

What factors need to be considered for long-range shooting?

When shooting at long distances, factors like wind, temperature, bullet drop, and ballistics calculations need to be taken into account.

Why is single-loading the rifle important for long-range shots?

Single-loading the rifle ensures maximum precision and stability, especially when shooting at extreme distances.

What type of ammunition is used for the 300 PRC?

The shooter uses 220 grain Lapua bullets with 300 PRC cartridges for their long-range shooting.

How does the shooter adjust for wind and other environmental factors?

The shooter uses wind holds and makes adjustments based on their observations and experience with similar conditions.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Introduction to the 300 PRC project and the goal of long-range shooting.

01:00Explanation of the rifle build and its suitability for long-range shooting.

01:30The shooter prepares for shooting at distances beyond 1.3 kilometers.

03:00Demonstration of shooting at a full-size torso-shaped target and adjustments made based on the shots.

06:00Move to a new target at 1124 meters and adjustments in shooting strategy due to wind conditions.

08:00Attempts at hitting targets at longer distances, including adjustments in elevation and windage.

10:00Discussion of the limitations of shooting at extreme distances and considerations for bullet transonic effects.

13:00Conclusion of the long-range shooting session and discussion of future shooting plans with the 300 PRC rifle.