Best model Atlas Bipod for .338 Lapua Magnum?

[jim-h]

Atlas has so many models I am having a hard time deciding which non-panning model is right for me. I shoot exclusively in the prone position from 1,500 - 2,000 yards. I have a couple .338 Lapua Magnums and have been using the Accu-Tac HD-50 bipod for a couple years now. The Accu-Tac bipod has no flex and I find it hard to load the bipod. I am going to get the Area 419 ArcaLock Clamp to go on the Atlas. Which model do you recommend?

 

[BikePilot]

Take a look at the Super CAL and the 5H. Also I'd suggest looking at the Elite Iron options. I just bought a Thunder Beast tripod for my AI, but haven't shot with it yet. Feels good in the living room though! Might be a tad small for a 338 rig.

 

[m1match]

For a big heavy rifle, I'd look at the Atlas SCAL, it's pretty big, wide stance, and pretty rigid.

 

[sodakhunter]

SCal or 5H.

 

[Steel head]

SCAL or 5H for sure.

 

[jim-h]

Take a look at the Super CAL and the 5H. Also I'd suggest looking at the Elite Iron options. I just bought a Thunder Beast tripod for my AI, but haven't shot with it yet. Feels good in the living room though! Might be a tad small for a 338 rig.

Have you had a chance to shoot with the Elite Iron? I'm curious to see if it's stiff like the Accu-Tac HD50 or if it flexes more like an Atlas?

 

[Steel head]

Have you had a chance to shoot with the Elite Iron? I'm curious to see if it's stiff like the Accu-Tac HD50 or if it flexes more like an Atlas?

The elite iron has some flex.
the SCAL is pretty stiff.

 

[264win]

For the type of shooting mentioned by the op, I think the elite iron would be very hard to beat.

 

[jim-h]

For the type of shooting mentioned by the op, I think the elite iron would be very hard to beat.

I am going to look into the elite iron. I just don't have access to use one and don't want to add another bipod to the pile of things I don't use. I already have a Valdata HD Anvil bipod that is collecting dust. Lol.

 

[Steel head]

I am going to look into the elite iron. I just don't have access to use one and don't want to add another bipod to the pile of things I don't use. I already have a Valdata HD Anvil bipod that is collecting dust. Lol.

Lol
That’s pretty interesting.

I absolutely love my elite iron.
It’s surprisingly compact when folded fitting in to an AR bag

 

[jim-h]

Lol
That’s pretty interesting.

I absolutely love my elite iron.
It’s surprisingly compact when folded fitting in to an AR bag

For the steel model, do you know if they offer an Arca attachment or are they all Pic attachment?

 

[Steel head]

For the steel model, do you know if they offer an Arca attachment or are they all Pic attachment?

I believe everything is Picatinny right now.

 

[jim-h]

I believe everything is Picatinny right now.

Thanks. I'm going to call them on Monday and see if they offer an arca mount.

 

[Simia Dei]

Thanks. I'm going to call them on Monday and see if they offer an arca mount.

If they don’t, I run an atlas that I step to an Area 419 arca mount using one of the short rails out of the atlas pic rail accessory kit. I had to slightly shorten the screws that came with the Area 419 arca mount. I’ll post a pic if you want

 

[BikePilot]

Have you had a chance to shoot with the Elite Iron? I'm curious to see if it's stiff like the Accu-Tac HD50 or if it flexes more like an Atlas?

I have not shot with one yet. I suspect that with the legs being quite a bit longer for a given rifle height due to the top mount that they’ll flex a bit and the reviews of it are super positive. I think Frank is using one now and I hope to be able to play with one when I do his class in June .

 

[Nik H]

The best one for 338 LM is made by Elite Iron...sold my 5H

 

[Nik H]

Thanks. I'm going to call them on Monday and see if they offer an arca mount.

They will work with you and you will be ecstatic. I wouldn't get the steel model. They talked me out of it and steered me to the Aluminum version/non-panning. I shoot an AXMC which is pretty heavy and have no issues at all

 

[Steel head]

They will work with you and you will be ecstatic. I wouldn't get the steel model. They talked me out of it and steered me to the Aluminum version/non-panning. I shoot an AXMC which is pretty heavy and have no issues at all

I have the aluminum non panning as well.

 

[jim-h]

They will work with you and you will be ecstatic. I wouldn't get the steel model. They talked me out of it and steered me to the Aluminum version/non-panning. I shoot an AXMC which is pretty heavy and have no issues at all

Thanks! I'm going to call Monday and make sure I order the correct mount. I was looking at the steel non-panning version too. Why do they recommend the aluminum version?

 

[Nik H]

Thanks! I'm going to call Monday and make sure I order the correct mount. I was looking at the steel non-panning version too. Why do they recommend the aluminum version?

Lighter I believe. They didn't really say. He just said for the AXMC, the Aluminum will be fine.

I don't regret buying the Aluminum at all.

 

[jim-h]

Lighter I believe. They didn't really say. He just said for the AXMC, the Aluminum will be fine.

I don't regret buying the Aluminum at all.

Thanks! Aluminum non-panning it is. Going to order on Monday and can't wait to get it!

 

[Steel head]

Thanks! Aluminum non-panning it is. Going to order on Monday and can't wait to get it!

 

[Nik H]

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Beautiful spot...wish I had access to a place like that

 

[Steel head]

Beautiful spot...wish I had access to a place like that

I’m pretty lucky.
I have access to some phenomenal areas to shoot at.

 

[Nik H]

I’m pretty lucky.
I have access to some phenomenal areas to shoot at.

What state if you don't mind me asking

 

[Steel head]

What state if you don't mind me asking

I’m in SW Washington
I do a lot of shooting here and in Oregon.

 

[264win]

Pardon the pirating, but the above post reminds me how we can (kind of) Cope with the liberal nonsense in this state.

 

[Steel head]

Pardon the pirating, but the above post reminds me how we can (kind of) Cope with the liberal nonsense in this state. View attachment 7327898View attachment 7327899

I used to live in Greenbank

 

[Nik H]

Very nice

 

[264win]

I used to live in Greenbank

Small world, lol

 

[GBMaryland]

I want to thank all of you scum bags for making me buy another goddamn bipod for my TRG 42.

Elite Iron....

If my wife leaves me I’m blaming all of you!!

BTW: Anyone need and OEM Sako TRG bipod? Bahaahaha

 

[edub1309]

I’m personally going with the 5H. Big footprint and definitely not price friendly, but I think the benefits outweigh the negatives.

 

[GBMaryland]

The 5H is what I use in place of the Sako bipod.... I do not like the slack... The 5H is fantastic.....

 

[DIBBS]

I want to thank all of you scum bags for making me buy another goddamn bipod for my TRG 42.

Elite Iron....

How much did the Elite Iron set you back?

 

[GBMaryland]

$700+

 

[Steel head]

$700+

Accessories?
Mine was cheaper than that.

 

[BCX]

I use a 5H on my 338 LM AI w good results. Might try a SCAL next. Are the Elites really worth $700? Anyone own both and prefer one over the other?

 

[BCX]

The more i use the Atlas Cal and 5H the less i use my Harris/ Larue bipods.

 

[Steel head]

I use a 5H on my 338 LM AI w good results. Might try a SCAL next. Are the Elites really worth $700? Anyone own both and prefer one over the other?

I have the elite iron and SCAL.
I prefer the elite iron for a few reasons but I’m totally happy I got in on the pre sale on the SCAL

I got mine on Black Friday for less than $550.

 

[GBMaryland]

I picked up the SCAL as well... its darned nice too.

The Elite Iron... panning version with 3 sets of feet plus $20 shipping for Sako TRG. Those feet are not cheap...

 

[Cc2cuz]

I just wanted to also say I’m another one that ended up ordering an elite iron alum non panning version because of this thread. My wallet hates you guys. Me, I can’t wait to get it.

 

[6MT]

I use an LRA F-class for my .338LM. Nice wide footprint. Very tight. Easy to load. And heavy enough for the big rifle. And a low center for good weight and front to back distribution. Easy to pan with the front facing lever.

YMMV

 

[Steel head]

I just wanted to also say I’m another one that ended up ordering an elite iron alum non panning version because of this thread. My wallet hates you guys. Me, I can’t wait to get it.

It’s an excellent bipod.

 

[Kasey]

Atlas has so many models I am having a hard time deciding which non-panning model is right for me. I shoot exclusively in the prone position from 1,500 - 2,000 yards. I have a couple .338 Lapua Magnums and have been using the Accu-Tac HD-50 bipod for a couple years now. The Accu-Tac bipod has no flex and I find it hard to load the bipod. I am going to get the Area 419 ArcaLock Clamp to go on the Atlas. Which model do you recommend?

Thank you for considering the Super CAL (SCAL) it was designed for what you are doing. One thing I'm puzzled by is idea about using an ARCA mount, is that for gross elevation adjustments?

 

[DeathBeforeDismount]

Thread bump but I am trying to decide between a Super Cal with Arca or a Accutac HS50 with Arca. Going on a Heavy 338 gun.

 

[Nik H]

Thread bump but I am trying to decide between a Super Cal with Arca or a Accutac HS50 with Arca. Going on a Heavy 338 gun.

I shoot an AXMC in 338 LM with a Heavy Palma barrel...with optics and a RAPTAR it tips the scales at 20 pounds.

I have used the 5H...meh
I have used the CAL/Super CAL..meh

I use the Elite Iron. It is nothing short of fabulous. I caveat that by saying I shoot prone 99% of the time.

YMMV

 

[DeathBeforeDismount]

Im not spending $800 on another bipod. Looking for something around $400 and under mark.

 

[E. Bryant]

I'm happy with the Super CAL on my AXMC. It is admittedly somewhere in the fuzzy grey area between "just right" and "too big", but for a 20+ lb rifle that's rather top-heavy due to big optics, it provides a stable platform.

 

[hafejd30]

Thread bump but I am trying to decide between a Super Cal with Arca or a Accutac HS50 with Arca. Going on a Heavy 338 gun.

I just picked up a used HD50 in the px. This things a tank. Much heavier built than my Atlas (regular cal Gen II) or TBAC. Several inch wider stance as well. I think it will serve me very well for my AXMC

 

[Nik H]

I just picked up a used HD50 in the px. This things a tank. Much heavier built than my Atlas (regular cal Gen II) or TBAC. Several inch wider stance as well. I think it will serve me very well for my AXMC

Let us know what you think. I've never run an Accutac and would be interested.