That Tikka 1:8 sounds like you've hit the nail on the head.
Sometimes, but not always. Varied caliber bullets have differing BC's, and sometimes the lesser caliber bullet may have a higher BC and can be driven faster with a smaller case capacity. When simply shooting LR targets, steel gongs or smaller game/varmints, a heavier, larger caliber bullet isn't always needed nor desired. 1,000yd BR comes to mind.
Added: Other considerations for active LR shooters are component costs, heavier recoil, faster barrel erosion/costs, possible noise factor, etc. I've trained youth and inexperienced LR shooters, and practice myself, with a fast twist, long throated 26" 223 with 75-80gr bullets, and the cost savings of components compared to my larger hunting calibers allows for 2-3 times as many shots per cartridge and the barrels last 5,000+ rounds before setting back.
So there can be many advantages of using smaller and/or faster calibers for things that do not require a heavier caliber. And besides, its our hobby and fun to experiment with different things.
Here is a 1,000 yd 223 75gr loaded with AA2520 that leaves a 26" barrel at 2970fps, so its BC, flight performance and velocity are similar to many larger, more expensive and harder kicking calibers. Thus allowing for more training, more shooting fun and less end-of-the-day head/body aches.
Whittakers has the Tikka 1:8 I bought one last month, will be punched out to 22 creedmoor. They also sell a ruger american in 1:8 twist 22-250. Barrett initially released the fieldcract 22-250 with a 1:7 but quickly changed it to 1:8. I looked really hard for the 1:7 model before getting my Tikka.Where are you guys seeing the Tikka 22-250 with an 8 twist? Don't see them anywhere. Or are you all talking about the Tikka 223 with 8 twist? Those I can find.
This is exactly correct, I do have a 9 twist 22/250 AIWhat about @ 95gr which is what the OP is asking about?
I just think at times people try to push the boundaries of a projectile/cartridge combination when the answer can be as easy as just going up in cartridge & calibre.
Just my view!!
Where are you guys seeing the Tikka 22-250 with an 8 twist? Don't see them anywhere. Or are you all talking about the Tikka 223 with 8 twist? Those I can find.
1 in 9 wont do it. For those long 22 cal bullets a 1 in 8 is minimum, its marginal for 90+ grain bullets. A 1 in 7 is better. If you you're stepping into 95 or 100 grains a 1 in 6.5 is way to go. I been working with a 224 Valkyrie with 1-8 and the 88gr ELD. It pretty good but I wish I'd gone to a 7 twist. Check the Berger stabilization app for the bullets you want to shoot before you buy. I promise you that a 1 in 9 will not deliver what you want. Maybe up to 69 grains or so but the military even tightened up to 7 and 8 twist for the 77 grain mk262 model 0. The difference in BC makes for long bullets and going from 77 to even 80 grains is pretty significant. When you start breaking into the 500s coefficient you'll be shocked. Pushing an 80 grain to 2700+ in a 5.56 makes for only 37 MOA at a grand. Your 22-250 could be a monster with a 6.5 or 7 twist.Looking for a rifle that has a 1:9
twist rate for the 22-250. I want to push some of the heavier bullets (95 gr) to reach our further. Better BC.
I believe the current and common 1:12 twist rate leaves a lot on the cutting room floor as far as the potential of 22-250 cartridge.
What about @ 95gr which is what the OP is asking about?
I just think at times people try to push the boundaries of a projectile/cartridge combination when the answer can be as easy as just going up in cartridge & calibre.
Just my view!!
Yes agree with what your saying, for example the 223 Tikka 1:8 twist has a bit of a cult following here in Aus for LR work & .224 is generally one of the cheapest component wise to load for depending on what your using, plenty of bulk projectile deals to be had.
I have a Remington SFV hunter 22/250 with 1:14 it can shoot up 70's with a flat base, It does the job on varmints but yeh I wish more factory makers would include more twist rates in their factory offering!!!
There is a definite market for it, Id love to have my rifle with a 1:10 from the factory.
I don't understand why more manufacturers aren't on top of this?