What is the best bullet weight for a 1 in 10 twist?

The 1:10 twist should handle up to 200 grain bullets no problem if wanted.

Is a 1/10 Twist rate good?

Generally, fast twist barrels are used for longer bullets while slower twist barrels are used for shorter bullets. If a bullet has a twist recommendation of 1:10”, it will be stable when fired from any rifle having a 1:10” or faster.

Do heavier bullets need more twist?

In general, a longer bullet requires a tighter rate for sufficient flight stability. Because heavier bullets are naturally longer, if you’re shooting a projectile with a heavier grain weight, you’ll want to shoot it from a barrel with a faster twist rate.

Is a faster twist rate better?

For example, a 1:9″ twist is a FASTER twist rate than a 1:10″ twist since the bullet makes a full rotation in less barrel length. Different bullets will require different twist rates in order to stabilize and get the most accurate and precise downrange results.

Can you over twist a bullet?

It’s always OK to spin a bullet faster than recommended, but not slower. One caveat is if the bullet is on the verge of failure, a much faster twist rate may put it over the edge but this is a rare problem.

What grain bullet is best for a 1 in 11 twist?

bullets with a 1 in 11 twist. You’ll most likely find satisfaction when running bullets weighing 165gr. to 180gr.

What is the optimal barrel length for 308?

308 caliber tactical rifle with the overall rifle weight and shooting distances mentioned earlier, a barrel of 24-27″ is optimum in one of the fairly heavy contours we discussed. Closer ranges or other considerations might dictate a shorter barrel.

What is the best grain to shoot in a 308?

The 168 grain load is an excellent choice of . 308 Winchester ammo for elk, deer, bear, and moose hunting. While it’s not designed for longer range performance, it’s great for shots at typical hunting ranges and retains over 1,500ft-lbs of energy out past 300 yards. In fact, I’d say that 168gr load is the best .