I'm building a precision-focused upper for my competition AR-15 and plan to order a Craddock-Bartlein 5r 400MOD 8.47-7.7 twist barrel... target crown.
Couple questions... I'm split between 20", 22" and even 24"
Will be shooting 69-77gr out to 800ish, occasionally 1000yds but mostly 600ish.
Mostly want something that is very accurate but can reach the distance when needed and has to be .223 for compatibility with my other components and reloading tools/components.
My concern with the longer barrels is that they might be more susceptible to the effects of gravity and force vibrations.
20" seems too close to the 18” I already have and wouldn't mind exploring 22 or even 24" options... what do you all think?
What's your favorite barrel length for a target rifle? I'm not worried about weight. Also, this barrel is going into a VLTOR MUR-1 "beefed up" upper receiver.
I just don’t have any experience with longer barrels in gas guns so any help is greatly appreciated!
Couple questions... I'm split between 20", 22" and even 24"
Will be shooting 69-77gr out to 800ish, occasionally 1000yds but mostly 600ish.
Mostly want something that is very accurate but can reach the distance when needed and has to be .223 for compatibility with my other components and reloading tools/components.
My concern with the longer barrels is that they might be more susceptible to the effects of gravity and force vibrations.
20" seems too close to the 18” I already have and wouldn't mind exploring 22 or even 24" options... what do you all think?
What's your favorite barrel length for a target rifle? I'm not worried about weight. Also, this barrel is going into a VLTOR MUR-1 "beefed up" upper receiver.
I just don’t have any experience with longer barrels in gas guns so any help is greatly appreciated!
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