200: 3735: 2900: 300 Winchester Magnum: JSP: 240: 3603: 2600: 300 Winchester Magnum: Nosler Accubond: 165: 3739: 3185: . Zero magnification. (Thats missing the 6-inch circle, 3 inches below the center, or point of aim.) 56.5 grains of RL19 will drive it to a MV of 2786 fps, while a maximum charge of 60.5 grains of RL19 will yield a MV of 2975 fps. Now when you go back to Georgia swamps, you might consider re zeroing at 100 yards for making head shots at shorter ranges. So if I zeroed the ruble at 200 yards and the secondary zero ends up at 60 yards, I will refer to the secondary 60 yard zero as the near zero and the primary 200 yard zero as the far zero. Gunslinger. The PowerRank is an estimation of the cartridge power. Your mileage may vary. The amount of elevation needed for a 300 yard zero will depend on the bullet weight,ballistic coefficient,and muzzle velocity of the load being zeroed . 5.0 (2) Get a Federal Rail Cover Set for $.01 with ammo purchase. Zeroed at 200 yards, the .270 Winchester will drop less than 2" more than the .270 WSM at 400 yards. While we have went to great lengths to make sure that it's as accurate as possible this rendering should not be used to generate specs for casings. This means you have the option to read your magazine on most popular phones and tablets. Perhaps more interesting, is that a 50 yard zero doesnt even come close to providing a decent secondary zero at 200 yards. It was a practical, but not mathematical zero. -1.3 at 300 yards and -11 at 400 yards. It's a 168gr pet load. The scope (line of sight) is mounted 1.5 inches over the middle of the bore. Sounds like you don't have turrets on your scope. "Why zero a .270 for less than 200 yards?" That lets you be no more than 1.5 inches high or low out to about 240 yards, with standard 130-gr rounds. Right now it's hitting 2" high at 100 yards, directly above my aim point. . All rights reserved. But even the bigger, slower bullet still offers a very useable trajectory, and when you mate this formula with our modern bonded core and monometal bullets, the .270 Win. Competitive shooter. The 270 WSM (Winchester Short Magnum) is also good with a slightly higher velocity and muzzle energy. For example, if you hunt exclusively from a ridge top that overlooks a food source that is 150 yards away, you should zero for that distance. With this load, the .270 WSM generates roughly 250 additional foot-pounds of energy over its competitor at the muzzle when both cartridges are fired from 24-inch barrels. The size and
This places that same .270 bullet 0.4 inches low at 25 yards, 1.41 inches high at 100 yards, 2.51 inches low at 250 yards and finally slips below the 6 inch vital zone at 257 yards. You are using an out of date browser. On Wednesday, the Center for Biological Diversity (CBD) sent a notice of intent to sue to the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) for alleged violations of the Endangered Species Act (ESA), due to the hunting of gray wolves in Wyomings Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest. Winchester factory ballistics quote a muzzle velocity of 3275 fps for the .270 WSM shooting a 130 grain Ballistic Silvertip bullet in a 24 inch barrel. This bullet has a sectional density of .298 and is shorter than a spitzer bullet of the same weight. This is the reason that the .270 has not been a true long-range choice, in the modern sense of the term; the twist rate wont stabilize the heavy-for-caliber, high Ballistic Coefficient bullets that long-range shooters want. For most of them it ranges from 1.1 to 1.5" high at 100 yards. Then it's just a matter of a little hold at 200 and less or more. The table below will include drop data using a 50 yard zero, a 200 yard zero, and 100 yard zero for comparison. There are lighter choicesthe 90 and 100-grain bullets that make the .270 a viable coyote rifleand some heavier bullets, but above 150-grains things get tricky. Joined: Sep 2007. The .300 Weatherby Magnum has a longer case length of 2.825" (71.76mm). Plenty of room for error. The .270 WSM is a very accurate round, has a thick tough casing, modern Ackley type 35 degree shoulder, 130 and 140 grainer's fly like a Lazer beam. and the powerful .270 Weatherby Magnum. 2 football fields are end to end. lbs., and at 300 yards 1964 ft. lbs. Most calculation use 6 inch diameter or larger. Lets find out. All Rights Reserved. Look, dear ol Dad remains one of the most popular cartridges ever devised, so even though the .270 was released only 19 years after the 06in 1925, in the Winchester Model 54 bolt-action riflethe stellar reputation of the Springfield had already been established. Fusion Rifle 270 Win Short Magnum. Thank you for this. Kimber's Hunter Pro Desolve Blak takes the firm's more affordable mountain rifle to new heights. The 270 Winchester Short Magnum or 270 WSM is a short, unbelted, magnum cartridge created by necking down the .300 Winchester Short Magnum and fitting it with a .277 caliber bullet. loads to try next time. Apr 18, 2012 (Edited by Moderator) .270 is a great caliber with the potential for excellent ballistics. Norma ballistic calculator online is very handy. Maximum Case Length: 2.100 Inches. Core-lokts, the Winchester 130 gr. Contributor Mike Roux takes his audience through a few factors that contribute to a successful hunt. A few inches + or at those distances with a 50 yard zero will still take out a human sized enemy. lb Muzzle Velocity ft/sec. more energy at that range. In the. Last edited: Feb 3, 2015. takbok Well-Known Member. But with the technique mentioned above, you can simply aim for an animals vitals out to 300 yards and concentrate on a smooth trigger pull. We've got you covered. These include the .257, .270 and 7mm Weatherby Magnum cartridges. A
. A larger diameter extends the MPBR. Core-Lokts, but I have some Winchester Ballistic Silvertip 130 gr. I forgot to mention mine is 130gr at 3065fps or thereabouts, I zero mine at 180m. The 130gr Winchester Silvertip is a premium 270 win cartridge and is being fired at a velocity of 3060fps (about 200fps faster that it's parent case 30-06) from muzzle point blank, this also takes into account the standard 1.5" scope height, and a gun that has been sighted in at 100 yards. The correct name for the cartridge, as listed by the Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers' Institute (), is 270 WSM, without a decimal point.It is a member of the Winchester Short Magnum family of cartridges. A more subtle, but also interesting thing to note, is that we do get a secondary zero around 60 yards when using a zero distance of 100 yards albeit its not a very usable secondary zero. This data shows us that a 200 yard zero does in fact provide a secondary zero fairly close to 50 yards. the bullet's trajectory. The 270 WSM is a true magnum cartridge.. what the 270 does in terms of accuracy and shooting "flat" at a distance, the 270 WSM does better.. 270 WSM has benchrest accuracy capability and maintains enough speed that it can be shot at large game animals hundreds of yards further than the old school 270.but.. there is a price to pay for that.. As an example, lets use a very common hunting round, a .270 Win., loaded by Remington with a 130-grain Premier Accutip boattail bullet that has a .447 Ballistic Coefficient (BC). Maximum Cartridge Overall Length: 2.860 Inches. This calculator will produce a ballistic trajectory chart that shows the bullet drop, bullet energy, windage, and velocity. If it is further or less range then I adjust my point of aim accordingly. My Nightforce has the HV reticle that is designed to be zeroed at 200. The graph shows that your .270 Win. . This probably the second most common zero distance for a riflescope next to the proverbial 100 yard zero that is often vehemently defended as the ultimate zero distance. falls victim to the twist rate of the common barrels, much like the .22-250 and .220 Swift. 270 WSM Ballistics: This 270 Winchester Short Magnum ballistics chart shows Hornady 130 grain GMX Outfitter loads: This 270 WSM ballistics chart shows 150 grain Federal Fusion: Bullet Diameter: .277 Inch. V-MAX . A few inches makes no difference. On Wednesday, the Center for Biological Diversity (CBD) sent a notice of intent to sue to the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) for alleged violations of the Endangered Species Act (ESA), due to the hunting of gray wolves in Wyomings Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest. But at 400 yards the difference is less than two inches. Sighting-in a hunting rifle to hit a certain number of inches high at 100 yards (or 100 meters) maximizes the point blank range of the rifle and cartridge and is superior to zeroing at a fixed distance like 200 yards. .270 winchester Rifle Ballistics Charts To begin, start with selecting your caliber of ammunition. Copyright 2000-2023 24hourcampfire.com, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Generally, a 300 Win Mag's 150 grain bullet delivers a 3,260 fps muzzle velocity, while its 180 grain bullet achieves approximately 3,000 fps. Let's take a closer look at the mythical 50/200 yard zero. Contributor Mike Roux takes his audience through a few factors that contribute to a successful hunt. Calling and shooting predators is one of the things that helps hunters get from the end of the fall seasons to when the turkeys start gobbling. I have mine zeroed at 100yrds but it does not change zero much until over the 250 mark. The 270 WSM can produce kills on medium sized game up to 300 yards with 130 grain rounds before
If your .270 Win isn't close to these specs, or if you are a sniper or just someone who is into long range shots you may want to take this a step further and use our ballistic calculator to create a custom 270 ballistic chart to take into account variances like atmospheric conditions and angles. rounds. Hi folks. Powered by UBB.threads PHP Forum Software 7.7.5. This calculator will produce a ballistic trajectory chart that shows the bullet drop, bullet energy, windage, and velocity. Since both cartridges draw from the same pool of 130- to 150-grain hunting bullets, its of little value to compare projectile availability between these two rounds. During the spring conservation order, you can hunt with outfitters from Arkansas to Saskatchewan. I think its important to note that its harder to find shooting ranges with rifle shooting lanes that go out beyond 100 yards. Whats best for you pin on or hold over your choice mine are pin on at 100 but have swaro bt so no guessing. Without knowing what kind of game you are hunting, expected size, typical range, and your self-imposed limit of max range, whether you use a rangefinder, etc 1,5" high at 100 metres is O.K. Feb 3, 2015 #3 . The muzzle energy of this load is 3,096 ft. Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window), Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window), Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window), Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window), Click to share on Pocket (Opens in new window), Click to share on Telegram (Opens in new window), Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window), Click to share on Skype (Opens in new window), Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window), which is outdated after looking at more zero distances and the maximum point blank range concept covered in this other post, Different Zeros For Different Heros - Uncle Zo, https://unclezo.com/2020/11/26/different-zeros-for-different-heros/, .300 Winchester Magnum for Long Distance Shooting, Aero Precision 6mm ARC Upper Receiver (and M4E1 Lower), Hornady Precision Hunter 143 Grain 6.5mm Creedmoor ELD-X, Holosun 507C X2 with the ACSS Vulcan Reticle. That would put the bullet roughly two feet high at 300 and 400. I have had to go back to PPU 130g SP Ammunition in my .270 after running very low on the Norma SP 130g ammunition that I was using. I found that by zeroing my rifle in at 26 yards, the .270 will deliver its bullet 2.81 inches high at 100 yards, 2.80 inches high at 200 yards and 2.12 inches high at 250 yards before finally falling out of the 6-inch vital zone at 310 yards. Below are several 270 WSM ballistics charts from a few different ammo manufacturers to include Federal Premium, Hornady, and Remington. Here are some specifications of interest to .270 WSM reloaders: bullet diameter .277", maximum COL 2.86", maximum case length 2.10". The invariable comparisons, the need to prove yourselfwhile living in the shadow of Dads fame and fortuneto the world, a desire to forge your own path; all these sentiments plague the offspring. on targets compared to other caliber bullets in its class. It's only once the .270 gets out to 400 yards that you start to see 18 to 23 inches of drop and shots take considerably more skill. This was a very good article. kills up to 325 yards distance on medium sized game before a noticeable drop-off occurs. Semi-automatic and striker-fired, the P320-XTEN is extremely accurate, easy to shoot even with powerful 10mm loads and holds 15-plus-one rounds. I have a .338 but mine is the Win Mag ballistics are lower but close enough for government work. is most definitely a contender for the Best Deer Cartridge crown. .475 Nitro Express Number 2, .32 Smith & Wesson Long, .32 H&R Magnum, .32 Short Colt, .577 Nitro Express 3-Inch, .350 Remington Magnum, .444 Marlin, .500 A-Square, .32 Auto (7.65mm Browning), .300 Remington Short Action Ultra Magnum, .460 Smith & Wesson, .500 Jeffery, .300 Winchester Short Magnum, .325 Winchester Short Magnum, .30-30 Winchester. Or should I just knock my zero down to 2 inches high? . While OConnor used other cartridgesincluding the 7x57, .30-06, .375 H&H and .416 Rigby among themhe was synonymous with the .270 Win. On larger grain such as 150 can produce very fast kills on
loads to try next time. So what does the external ballistic data show us? The fifth edition of the Nosler Reloading Guide shows that 59.0 grains of IMR 4350 powder will drive one of their 130 grain bullets to a MV of 3051 fps, and 63.0 grains of the same powder will give a 130 grain bullet a MV of 3294 fps. I followed the directions like ma pappy told me. The new Sako Finnlight II sports an innovative stock and Cerakote metal paired with the terrific 85 action. You would think the popularity of the .270 wouldve spawned a ton of competing cartridges that fired .277-inch bullets. That 130-grain spitzer load, when zeroed at 200 yards, hits 6.5" low at 300 yards, and 19" low at 400 yards; almost an identical trajectory to the .300 Win. At 500 yards, the .270 Winchester drops 3.5" more. Frankly, when I hear folks parrot the exact same praise for anything I start suspecting something might be awry. Perhaps more important is the .17's ability to resist the wind, which has always been one of the weaker qualities of the Hummer. Uncle Zo publishes his own opinions for informational and entertainment purposes only. Tips, techniques, and equipment are applied to these classroom discussions on how to become more proficient and successful at making long-range shots while hunting with AR-platform rifles. Contributor Brad Fenson is back in the kitchen with another recipe for uplanders across the continent. Get a closer look at the Savage Arms 110 PCS, the latest addition to our #SundayGunday series. There is nothing magical about the 200 yard zero and its not a replacement for knowing ones projectile trajectory. The bullet does not drop below the speed within . I left it at about 3 inches high right at 100 yards, thinking that this might help minimize some holdovers at longer ranges. 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Frankly, he is an amateur at best. In my limited knowledge, 200 yards is usually the upper end of the arc of the bullet going downrange. bullets that the 6.5mm cartridges do, but it remains a really good blend of killing power, flat trajectory and acceptable recoil. targets as big as Elk up to 280 yards out before a drop-off is noticed. Once again, it mostly depends on the bullets and windage, but there are lots of other . This difference narrows as we get to longer distances: at 300 yards the advantage is 171 ft/s, and . This other post goes deeper into that if youre interested in reading more: https://unclezo.com/2020/11/26/different-zeros-for-different-heros/. 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But I like to stay with the 6-inch rule of thumb because is allows for some shooter error, an occurrence that youd be naive to assume doesnt happen while in field positions shooting at wild game. Targets under 50 yards would get a slightly low impact. As a rule the faster the muzzle velocity the shorter the bullets time in flight and therefore a flatter trajectory and less drop. Targets at a 100 yards would get a slightly high impact. Point blank range defined is the range of distances at which you can hold your rifle on the bullseye and never fall in or out of your targets kill zone. 270 Winchester: T_DPX: 110: 2908: 3450: 270 Winchester: T_DPX Better yet at just 100 yards and with a 1.5" sited in at 100 yards the bullet will have dropped .0004 of an inch. The flattest-shooting cartridges land their bullets nearly three feet low at 500 yards, when the rifle is zeroed at 200. I'm inclined to zero my rifles somewhat according to what terrain and distances I expect to be hunting with that particular rifle. seemed rather revolutionary. with muzzle velocities of 3,100 and 2,970 fps, respectively. To go to 200 yards with a 50 zero you need 26 MOA of adjustment upwards If we extend the 270's zero range to 268 yards, we match the 150-yard peak trajectory of the Creedmoor. Lets explore that using the external ballistics data of a bolt action rifle chambered for .30-06 Springfield with a sight height of 1.5 shooting a 178 grain ELD-X Precision Hunter cartridge from Hornady. I think it depends at what range you shoot most deer at. . This helps make it popular for high velocity kills with out having
Thanks for the feedback. Rifle Ballistics: Ammo Description: Velocity (fps) Energy (ft/lb) Trajectory Tables (inches) CARTRIDGE BULLET: . The bullets are availabletake a look at Bergers Extreme Outer Limits 170-grain bullet, with a good B.C.and the cartridge certainly has the moxie to drive them, but they would need a 1:8.5 or faster twist rate to stabilize them. 17 WSM 20 gr. A
Select Caliber: .270 winchester Name Mfg Part # All Brands Caliber Style Weight (grains) 270 Win Ballistics Chart Coefficient GunData.org. Winchester factory ballistics quote a muzzle velocity of 3275 fps for the .270 WSM shooting a 130 grain Ballistic Silvertip bullet in a 24 inch barrel. Once you get out to 300 yards you start to see a manageable drop of six to seven inches. Copyright 2004, 2016 by Chuck Hawks. It will a produce a line graph showing the bullet drop and flight path of the bullet. Power points went into about 1.14" right at my aim point. The 270 WSM can produce kills on medium sized game up to 300 yards with 130 grain rounds before penetrating wound performance is noticeable. Compare all .300 ammunition manufacturers on one easy to read chart. with advertised prices as low as a dollar a round for quality ammunition. A 100 Yard Zero vs. A 200 Yard Zero Reid Henrichs 202K subscribers Subscribe 7.2K Share Save 321K views 6 years ago Support Reid on Patreon HERE: https://www.patreon.com/reidhenrichs Get Aimpoint. However, the .270 Win.s long case body feeds easily in most rifles while the WSM has a reputation for being more finicky. All RifleShooter subscribers now have digital access to their magazine content. Match-Grade Rifle Primers: Are They Better and Worth the Extra Expense? received its greatest boost in popularity and sales from gun writer Jack OConnor, who carried a .270 around the globe. The graph shows that your .270 Win. It was advocated as hold on the nose POA and your POI would never be under the chin or over the head from contact shot to 200 yards. 1531.3. The 270 WSM
Yet, he was of the new mind set, the one that believed in high velocity and flat trajectories. Note: A full length article about the .270 WSM can be found on the Rifle Cartridges page. Read on for his take on this Thai-inspired fusion dish. I've already ran my load work up through JBM ballistics. Bottles & 12-oz. Its got a muzzle velocity of 3,060 fps. #1. Originally chambered in the Model 54, the .270 Win. So the standard weight 130-150 grain bullets are probably the best choice. 22 WMR Muzzle Velocity: 22 WMR muzzle velocity is the speed with which a bullet leaves the barrel measured in feet per second (FPS). Uncle Zo sometimes publishes affiliate links and advertisements, which means that if you click on a link and buy something, Uncle Zo might receive a percentage of the sale, at no extra cost to you. I simply see the animal, range it and shootout to 310 yards. The same concepts apply to the .270 Winchester; definitely the most successful of all the offspring of the .30-06 Springfield. Ever have someone suggest to zero your rifle at 50 yards because that will provide a secondary zero at 200 yards? this will help 270 Win Ballistics Chart Coefficient GunData.org . is even more effective today than it was in OConnors day. Primer Size: Large Rifle. has a reputation for working well with a wide range of powders and is easy to handload. All of these Nosler loads used Winchester brass, WLRM primers and were tested in a 24" barrel. Likewise, ammunition for the .270 WSM is less likely to be found on every store shelf, but its relatively widely available, and many sporting goods storeseven relatively small storesoften stock .270 WSM. Knowing this first and closest point can be very useful! There is a bit of confusing writing going on here using the terms Primary and Secondary zero. Copyright GunData.org 2015 | Koenig Media, LLC | Links | Sitemap | Advertise. I am not bashing at all. I never did the math, and thanks to you, I dont have to. You must log in or register to reply here. Reasonable powders include AA-3100, H4350, IMR 4350, and RL-19. Mag. What you get with the .270 WSM is about 150-200 fps more than you get with the standard cartridge. Winchester Ballistics Calculator Compare ballistics data on your favorite Winchester Ammunition rounds. As we get to longer distances: at 300 yards you start to see a manageable drop six... Be very useful is shorter than a spitzer bullet of the new Sako Finnlight II an... Drop and flight path of the common barrels, much like the.22-250 and.220 Swift interested in more! And windage, but there are lots of other to a successful hunt with having... High velocity kills with out having Thanks for the feedback ) is mounted 1.5 over! My load work up through JBM ballistics 200 yard zero for comparison do n't turrets! 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