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Range Report 7mm Mag Questions

Abq-Defense

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I have a Tikka T3 Lite in 7mm Mag. The barrel has a 9.5 twist rate.

1) What is the heaviest bullet I can run (with accuracy), with the 9.5 twist?

2) Is there any factory 7mm mag match ammo available?

3) What ammo have other Tikka 7mm mag owners found to be accurate?

Thanks...
 
Re: 7mm Mag Questions

I don't own a Tikka but a 168 and possibly a 175 will be the heaviest round you will be able to shoot. I personally would go with a 168. HSM makes match grade hunting ammo that I would definetly give a try. They do two loads that I have tried, a 168 Berger VLD going 2950-2990 or so, and a 168 Seirra Matchking going close to the same velocity. The Bergers were more accurate in my rifle. Good Luck
 
Re: 7mm Mag Questions

I have a buddy with a 24" WSM 9.5 twist and he has no problems stabilizing the 180gr Berger. He is at roughly 1'k D.A. Just because he can stabilize it doesn't mean you will, but it is an encouraging sign.