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<blockquote data-quote="UniqueUserName" data-source="post: 3107835" data-attributes="member: 92845"><p>Ideal loads and cartridges may depend somewhat on where you hunt and typical wind conditions. I hunt primarily in WY and often deal with heavy winds. On my last two trips, we were very lucky and experienced the least windy conditions that I can remember. We were able to exploit some long-range shots as a result.</p><p></p><p>You really only need one rifle to have an enjoyable trip, but more is better.</p><p></p><p>I always bring at least three rifles and a .22 LR pistol (all suppressed), usually more:</p><ol> <li data-xf-list-type="ol">A/R .223 24in bull bbl 1:8 twist ~17lb (my primary rifle)</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ol">.17 HMR Savage, bull bbl; (close range stuff)</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ol">6.5 CM custom (if I can see it in the scope, I have a chance of hitting it)</li> </ol><p>I often will also bring a second lighter AR or any other rifle I want to shoot. I have a new .22 CM, but it's not shooting acceptably yet. All have higher-end optics. I also make extensive use of a spotting scope and ballistic, range finding binos.</p><p></p><p>You might consider using some higher BC bullets in your AR, as wind is your biggest challenge at long range. I shoot either Hornady 73gr ELDMs or 77gr SMK/TMKs. You can load mag length ammo with both. I sometimes buy the 77gr .224 blems from Midway, which helps keep costs down. The higher BC is a big help at long range, in the wind. Last weekend, I was able to score multiple hits over 600yds and one over 700yds with my AR. Bring plenty of ammo. I may shoot over 500 rounds/day. Bring cleaning supplies, especially for the AR. The AR gets filthy shooting suppressed and needs 1-2 cleanings/shooting day.</p><p></p><p>[ATTACH=full]572548[/ATTACH]</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="UniqueUserName, post: 3107835, member: 92845"] Ideal loads and cartridges may depend somewhat on where you hunt and typical wind conditions. I hunt primarily in WY and often deal with heavy winds. On my last two trips, we were very lucky and experienced the least windy conditions that I can remember. We were able to exploit some long-range shots as a result. You really only need one rifle to have an enjoyable trip, but more is better. I always bring at least three rifles and a .22 LR pistol (all suppressed), usually more: [LIST=1] [*]A/R .223 24in bull bbl 1:8 twist ~17lb (my primary rifle) [*].17 HMR Savage, bull bbl; (close range stuff) [*]6.5 CM custom (if I can see it in the scope, I have a chance of hitting it) [/LIST] I often will also bring a second lighter AR or any other rifle I want to shoot. I have a new .22 CM, but it's not shooting acceptably yet. All have higher-end optics. I also make extensive use of a spotting scope and ballistic, range finding binos. You might consider using some higher BC bullets in your AR, as wind is your biggest challenge at long range. I shoot either Hornady 73gr ELDMs or 77gr SMK/TMKs. You can load mag length ammo with both. I sometimes buy the 77gr .224 blems from Midway, which helps keep costs down. The higher BC is a big help at long range, in the wind. Last weekend, I was able to score multiple hits over 600yds and one over 700yds with my AR. Bring plenty of ammo. I may shoot over 500 rounds/day. Bring cleaning supplies, especially for the AR. The AR gets filthy shooting suppressed and needs 1-2 cleanings/shooting day. [ATTACH type="full" alt="1715981599881.png"]572548[/ATTACH] [/QUOTE]
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