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Optimum barrel length and twist for 223?
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<blockquote data-quote="Capt. D" data-source="post: 1194990" data-attributes="member: 10225"><p>I just started a new build on a 223 AI. The rifle will be a dedicated predator rifle with a can hung off of the end. I went with a Benchmark barrel finished at 22" with a 1 in 8 twist for the heavier bullets. </p><p> </p><p>Coyote hunting, you're typically shooting off of sticks so length is really not an issue but the shorter barrel will give you more manuverability. The 1 in 8 is fine for 55 grainers but I like the heavies hence the faster twist rate. Hides dont get very good in south Texas so I'm not really concerne about tearing up a hide. We hunt primarily for predator control (cattle and wildlife) and of course for the fun of it. A 223 to 400 yards with this set up should be a non issue.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Capt. D, post: 1194990, member: 10225"] I just started a new build on a 223 AI. The rifle will be a dedicated predator rifle with a can hung off of the end. I went with a Benchmark barrel finished at 22" with a 1 in 8 twist for the heavier bullets. Coyote hunting, you're typically shooting off of sticks so length is really not an issue but the shorter barrel will give you more manuverability. The 1 in 8 is fine for 55 grainers but I like the heavies hence the faster twist rate. Hides dont get very good in south Texas so I'm not really concerne about tearing up a hide. We hunt primarily for predator control (cattle and wildlife) and of course for the fun of it. A 223 to 400 yards with this set up should be a non issue. [/QUOTE]
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