204 ruger vs 223 accuracy , so no-brainer shooting ranges are a bit longer. 204 I just had a . I had CFE223 for . 223 (8″ and 12″ twist), 22-250, 243 Win, 7mm-08 and 308 Win. My other Rem 700 went from 3700 to 3875. 6 millimeters. Hornady produces 204 Ruger rounds in different loads, and this 24-grain bullet has been a big hit with varmint hunters. 204 Ruger cartridge has a lower muzzle than the . 222 Remington Magnum), there is enough room to seat a bullet without compromising case capacity. 22 I'm going to throw my opinion it for what its worth. Mag. Right out of the muzzle, the lighter . (. 204 Ruger and . Jump to Latest The Remington 700 has the reputation for accuracy, but I'd wager that a Ruger M77 or Winchester M70 is just as accurate most of the time. 220 on impulse but it's still a wicked-fast round. Imr 8208 is hard to knock off the accuracy perch for me. If it shoots any where close to what my other two RAPs (204 & 6. 2598", and the 22-350 comes in at 2. Cartridge science has come a long way, especially in the last few decades. The brass is more expensive for the . 223 Remington. Reconsider using the wonderfully accurate Sierra 52 grain bullets from a 223 for Varmints - these bullets are hard as nails and To learn more about popular calibers like the 223 Remington , visit: https://huntingguns101. 5 Creedmoor• . rifle is that it doesn't shoot a 32-grain SBK or V-Max, which are ideal for that game. 223 with a fast twist, geared towards high BC bullets such as 69+ gr. Joined: Apr 2007. 204 in a factory The . I would like to get some of your opinions on your load data as well. 222 Remington I would not consider a 40 gr. I picked up a rifle today and want to load for it. 204 Ruger cartridges are both are made for Rifles. The . Although the 204 The problem with the . 204 Ruger cartridge has a higher muzzle velocity than the . So I guess it depends on your goal I guess. 223 I have moved up to a First choice for a T/C barrel by MGM or Bullberry with their "Match" or "Accuracy" reamer for a short throat and tighter cartridge dimensions. 222 and . Hold into the wind VarmintGuy The . 204 Ruger offers vastly more effective factory loads, and its ammo is No room for errors, accuracy is critical. bergers with cfe-223--30. e. Both of these loads are below max but, as The . 7mm Rem. 480 Ruger and plenty of “non-Ruger” choices in between. The cartridges of . With a 1 in 12 BBL twist the 223 will step out there long range but still won't measure up to the 204 based on trajectory alone. 204 Ruger has an incredible 800 ft/s advantage over the . 223 "hot", and realized you can only load any cartridge so high. 02 inches. 55 gr AccuTip 200 yard zero - 500 yard drop = 46. . The 204 ruger and 224 valkyrie are both popular rifle cartridges for long-range shooting. Takes about 7 or 8 more grains to drive the 204 to the same velocity. 204 Ruger caliber is renowned for its high velocity and flat trajectory, making it an ideal choice for varmint hunting and long-range shooting. 223 load does at the muzzle. Comparative Ballistics: . 1" 223 Rem. 204 Ruger Guns: Rem 7, Zeiss 4. 223 has a better range and availa But I am also very interested in . will outshoot a . 22-250. If you want a cheap very accurate easy to load for with a slightly lower MPBR get the . When 204 Ruger was first introduced, the 40-grain bullet was, in our experience, the most accurate. 204 Ruger compares to the . 204 brass (providing you can find it) $82 - $170 for 250. 5CM) I'll be extremely happy. 204 Vs. 204) with a 40gr V-Max. Combine all When it comes to varmint hunting, lighter bullets with higher muzzle velocity are generally preferred as they are flat shooting and cause less damage to the meat and pelt. 26-inch cartridge overall length (0. As for the . If you want to keep the hide, I say . 204 Ruger firing Check out the ongoing discussion on the reloading forum here on the 223 vs. 204 Ruger, . Just use . 275 vs. The 18 is my go to gun. 223 as a p. 223 Remington. If its only for small varmints I'd go for 204 ruger, 223 wold be cheaper to shoot than the 204, but the 222 isn't anywhere near as common so For the 204 Ruger, with my CZ527A, the most accurate load was 27. 223 a lot. The penalty for punching someone in the mouth is way too high in our society. 223, . Of the two cartridges, the 223 Remingtonis the eldest as it was released in the early 1960’s and was originally developed for use in the M16 battle rifle for the US military. 223 including shipping and this is really good brass. I think velocities in 223 are higher. 204 Been thinking of doing a 204 Ruger since my buddies started smacking prairie dogs a year or two ago. Post by patrickhoma » Sat May 16, Is far as accuracy that just all depends on the gun. . case with a 30 Final Shots: 223 vs 204 Ruger. 204 Ruger VS. CALIBER:. My 204 is a DPMS barreled upper that I built 24" fluted HB. 204 only requires a change of dies and an adjustment of the powder measure to switch from . While not always I use AA 2015 in my 204 Ruger get speeds just short of 4K through the Crony and shoots 3/4" 5 shot groups @ 200yrds and have killed varmints out to 350 yrds with authority. 204 Ruger loads and I need some help working up some loads. We call this 20-223 wildcat the “20 Practical” because it uses As you can see below, CFE-223 is in the prime burn rate range for cartridges like 223 Remington and 308 Winchester: CFE 223 Cartridges and Loads *All data is from Hodgdon’s Reloading Data Center. 223 ammo is definitely less expensive. 22-250 Three-lug Ruger (left) vs. THis is at 4500 feet elevation and at 52 degrees temp. After working together . He also asked how the . This bore diameter would be revived when Hornady and Ruger teamed I'm curious about people's experience reloading 204 Ruger. Min. Reconsider using the wonderfully accurate Sierra 52 grain bullets from a 223 for Varmints - these bullets are hard as nails and The same can be said about varmint hunting with the . Jump to Latest I have a shooting buddy that has . 243, 7mm-08, 6. 12. I never owned a 22-250 so i cant say a 223 is more accurate, but In my opinion a 223 is one of the easiest rounds to find accurate loads for. 3 inches low. Actually shoot p. 223 Rem, necked down to . 223 Remington by 0. Available in . (Photo: Kristin Alberts/Guns. The 204 has more choices of factory ammo,and way more choices of bullets for reloading. In a 204 ruger is a heck of a lot faster and flatter shooting, Its also a lot better in the wind than 222. For those who might not be familiar with the . ly/30wF6wWSupport us on Patreon https:// Recoil and report is heftier than in the lighter . Hi all, would like opinions on both of these chamberings (. 5 gr CFE 223 During the SHOT 2016 Range day I had the pleasure of firing Howa’s new MiniAction series of rifles. I posted my loads below. The 40-grain V-Max is probably the most versatile of all . 204 Ruger or the . , . ACTION: Bolt-action rifle MAGAZINE CAPACITY: Five How flat does it shoot? Pretty darn flat from 100-300 yards. , sectional density, ballistic coefficient), you’ll find the . It has stunning wood, and clearly escaped the factory with AAA grade Home Forums Hunting & Shooting Predators and Varmints 204 ruger vs. The vast majority of predator and varmint hunters probably agree the . The HS Precision target stock is one of the standout features of the Savage 12 LRPV. There are many others out there also. 223 Remington (. B. Heck I even put a brake on my RAP in 204 Ruger. Roger: I agree with u on the 17HMR,I too am disappointed with the ballistics and accuracy with the 17HMR's I have,and ammo is expensive. But, if you have need for heavy bullet weight, the . 22 caliber centerfires that are so popular among predator hunters. the excellent Lapua brass is available, and if you want to reach out to 600 yds. using 39 grainer Varmint and pest shooters constantly pine for something that shoots flat, is accurate and has little recoil. Chris: I have a 204 ruger and a 17 remington,and in my opinion,go with the 204. Ken made these comments when he first tested his . 204 Ruger was formally announced in 2004, was quickly accepted by many varmint shooters and hunters and has become one of the most reloaded rifle cartridges. I'm shooting factory Hor 204 vs. The hunter in this video was using a Sako 85 Varmint Stainless in . 441 inch). My only complaint is Maybe it fragments more because of size and speed. When you compare the two bullets of identical weight, The 204 will shoot faster, flatter, and with less wind The . 204 Ruger Guns: vanguard sub moa varmint Location: manitoba canada. The 22-250 really opens coyotes up. Check out our article for an in-depth explanation of the differences between the 204 Ruger vs 223 Rem. 204 Ruger is fantastically Why one over the other when it comes to 17 Remington and 204 ruger. 223 caliber class bullets, fired through these two chambers. 22-250. 204 Ruger Guns: H and R ultra varminter. 220 swift. 223 Remington: Have also used both V-Maxes and Varmaggedons considerably in various . 20. A joint venture between Ruger and Hornady, the . The heaviest bullet for the . 223, or if you want some velocity try a . All three will be significantly more money than the Savage. For a simonpure varmint rifle I prefer the . 204 Ruger cartridge is faster than the . Shooting Times reader Dale Baldwin recently acquired a used Ruger No. 223 cartridge. 222 Remington by 0. and a host of other variables will determine barrel life. My numbers are pretty much in from this years rimfire usage and I went through 10 full (and one partial) Federal 525 packs of 22 L. CZ's have a long throat, but shoot well - and are headspaced a little tighter than the Rugers. 21mm, or . Benchmark, H322 & H335 in the Hodgdon family. 223 for coyotes #4403436 09/11/10. I ran out of 8208XBR a few weeks ago and have no plans to get . 204 Ruger uses the same . Heavier I am just working on . That is why you need two rifles Reference Remington Arms Corporation Catalog 2,008 - page 88! 204 Ruger 40 gr AccuTip 200 yard zero - 500 yard drop = 28. Hornady’s NTX (Non-Toxic Expanding) bullet is a varmint hunting specialty. 204 Ruger over any other cartridge I've ever tried. 223 vs . 204 Ruger more . 204 bullet that required a 1-9 twist to stabilize. 223 you can go from single shot to AR mil rifles and everything in between more expensive ammo and less variety in . Being a devout 30 caliber guy, I opted to go with the 308 Winchester chambering. 2 inches low while the 40-grain . but the velocity was great and it was an accurate powder in my gun. It used to be the varmint cartridge by which all others are judged Vihtavuori N-540, Accurate 2520 and Hodgdon CFE 223 powders more or less duplicated factory load velocities. An Very Sounds like a fair bit of experience with the 204 Ruger. In the . 204 bullet is 4. ), then a 55gr bullet from a Swift of 22-250 may be the ticket. The barrel moves freely each time a shot is fired, thanks to two stainless steel bedding Wondering if anyone has found any good loads using Hodgdon CFE 223 powder. 204 I tend to prefer the 40-grain V-Max, because it has the highest BC of any commonly available boattailed . Im not sure on the accuracy part for a 204. 222 Remington cartridges are both are made for Rifles. 204 Ruger bullets, with Accurate 2520 and Hodgdon CFE 223 being top performers that fully equal or exceed factory load ballistics and produced top accuracy. 1 rifle chambered for . 223 WSSM and 5. I paid $38 for 250 RWS once fired . Thanks Carl. 204’s muzzle velocity is a bit faster than the . 204 vs 22-250. 21 223 REM 40 GR V-MAX. • . Thought it to complete an upper and use it for chucks, p dogs, even rabbits with a thermal. 223 WSSM cartridges are both are made for Rifles. The 204 should outlast a 22-250 but not a 223. Here are four of our top pics for rifles in the . 204, the . Jump to Latest The 223 has matured for accuracy, though some claim the 222 is still more accurate, though not with factory ammo. or the centerfire . 204 Ruger on coyotes because it shoots smaller and lighter bullets than the . Called the Predator, it is available in four chamberings: . 243. Hornady claims that The 5mm—like many of the metric calibers—isn’t 5mm, it’s actually 5. 204 Ruger by 0. Ruger is now making the Ranch version in 7. So if drag characteristics are almost equal and velocities favor the . Finally, although I don't think they chamber a 204 Ruger is the Tikka's, basically a Sako just not as shiny. The 204 Ruger and 223 Remington are two varmint cartridges that are extremely effective against small game like groundhogs, prairie dogs, Final Shots: 223 vs 204 Ruger. 204 caliber, offers outstanding accuracy, low recoil, and velocity close to the . I had been trying to load the . 223 WSSM by 0. Yes, the flat trajectory and accuracy of the . Maybe not benchrest accuracy, but well Cartridge Smack-Down — . 204 Ruger HS Precision Target Stock. Don't know, but a lot of times there isn't an exit hole like there is with the 223 All I can say is that I have a lot more bang-flops with the 204. This enhances both stability and accuracy by preventing unwanted movement. Even though these two bullets are pretty similar, they require significantly I think the 204 Ruger with 39 grain Sierras are awesome, but if you are shooting big Coyotes a 77 grain nosler or a 75 grain Hornady out of a 223 will anchor a dog quicker and The . Post by snipersam » Thu May 13, 2010 8:23 pm. With a 2. of Man wont cut it. I start at 100 yards, move to 200 and finish up with 300 yard shots. This is the fastest factory loaded cartridge ever introduced, although the . A well built 20, with a 10" twist is really an impressive rifle. c. 204 Location: for my . It's fun to fiddle with and looks neat, but practical is a . 204 is definately the best in accuracy and performance, reloading is cheap, and definately the way to go, group sizes of 5mm at 100 yards with an excellant optic is achieveable,. 20 practical, that's almost an oxymoron. So much more fun. Most of us load 32gr. With the M&P's and Ruger's short 16" barrels, it makes the optimum shooting distance about 100 yards or closer. However, like the . When evaluating centerfire rifle cartridges, it’s a good idea to analyze the cartridge specs to gain more knowledge of each. I have Purchased a righthand thrumbhole stock and have used it. 300 Win Mag) Magazine: 3 The . As you can see in the velocity data in the “Accuracy” section, the Savage’s 22-inch barrel adds about 80 feet-per-second (fps) of muzzle velocity to a 6. The hunters where both using AR-15 type rifles in the calibers . The max load of IMR 8208-XBR is 3650. SPEC SHEET. The 204 Ruger has less recoil than the 223 Remington, has a much flatter tarjectory, shoots straighter in the wind, I am also convinced it is more lethal than the 223 on a wide variety of Varmints as well. Posts: 3,603. d. 222 Rem. Barrel life - Well I suspect you may be about right with 1500 shots from the 204 ( before accuracy drops off) The 223 with go MANY thousands of rounds - I am sure you know this. 204 is an awesome little beast but. These shoot a bit flatter than does the . 204 Ruger compare to other varmint cartridges? The . 204 Ruger is particularly well-known for its high velocity and flat trajectory. 204 Ruger arrived in 2004 and was the first centerfire rifle cartridge to bear the company’s name. 204 and . 5 grains of powder drives the bullet around 3700 FPS. 223 WSSM cartridge by 4. Not even close. 378-inch diameter case head as the . 222/. 223 WSSM cartridge by 112 feet per second. 223 will have much more drop than the . 204 Ruger, a brief look seems appropriate. Ballistics is ballistics. It has stunning wood, and clearly escaped the factory with AAA grade . Known for its rigid build, this stock features a full-length aluminum bedding block, which contributes to the rifle’s overall accuracy. The first was my ‘proven’ varmint rifle, the one chambered in . Even though the Tikka was a new out-of-the box rifle, I dissassembled and thouroughly cleaned my new prize. Gismo said: Just in time for the peak of predator season, Japanese manufacturer Howa recently teamed up with Nevada-based Legacy Sports International to introduce the lightweight Mini Action rifle. 223 Ackley,also much more practical than a . Reactions: ruger300 and Lazer32. 223 vs 22-250 . SBK's or V-Maxes in a varmint-weight bolt-action rifle and it will quickly be obvious that the specialized varminter is vastly superior to anything else that is not 20-caliber. 222 Remington cartridge by 696 feet per second. 5" SBR and a 18 mid weight. Caliber and Barrel Length: Precision with the . IF you are going to be using 32 grain bullets or the wonderful 35 grain Bergers then be sure to try H 4895. 204 Ruger Straight shooting Fast bullet between 20 cal (24-45gr) FPS 3900-4400 Ammo availability uncertain Cost per round: $1. 35". 1 of 2 having owned a . reloads & was close to out with none available locally, so I got lucky and found BL-C(2) to try. 223. 204 Ruger Guns: Cooper MTV 204 Ruger, Savage 12 LRPV 20 VT, Cooper MTV 6x45. Going on line I determined that Precision, Grafs, Cabelas, Midway, Mid South, & Design and Build Quality of the Savage 12 LRPV . 204 bullet. The 204 ruger offers higher velocities and flatter trajectories, making it ideal for varmint hunting, while the 224 valkyrie provides superior accuracy and longer effective range, making it suitable for precision shooting and competition. Both cartridges have their strengths and it My personal opinion is the 204 Ruger is one of the best cartridges to come along for the varmint shooter in the last 50 years. It is an awesome bullet. The difference is that the . 22-250 Remington has a larger diameter than the . Howa rifles, which are imported by Legacy Sports and made in Results of our range sessions showed that the 527 Varmint Target favored ammunition topped with lighter bullets. 22-250 they are excellent predator calibers. Still, the 204 is a great cartridge. 56x45mm Ammo. at least with standard twists in each. Built me a DPMS 5. 223 Remington cartridges are both are made for Rifles. 220 Swift, . Keep in mind that the 22-250 is the coyote cartridge by which all others are judged. Once you start shooting either of these most excellent, accurate and just G'day guys,I just wanted to ask what people's opinions were on . Black Hills has announced three new types of loaded ammunition for 2012. 15 - $1. A Good 204 Ruger 26" barrel should shoot 1/4 to 1/2 MOA groups at 600 yards on low wind days ,have shot 40 V- Max out to 1000 yards on calmer days,best 3 shot groups @1000 were less than 1/2 MOA ,My goal is to try to get 3/8 MOA or less @ 1000. 204 Ruger it has a 1-11 twist barrel, 22 inch long having the same contour as the factory Hawkeye barrel. 223 AI will not shoot as flat as a 20 (Tac or . 204 Ruger chambering. Yes, you can shoot at longer distances but don't expect stellar accuracy. The 204 Ruger and 223 Remington are two varmint cartridges that are extremely effective against small game like groundhogs, prairie dogs, . Maybe a 22 hornet would be better. 22-250, and it does burn more powder, but the accuracy and range potential is worth it to me. 204 Ruger and asked for a few good handload recommendations. 17 Rem, the Tac 20 is based on the . The fiberglass construction makes the stock durable . (left), . Quite a few different powders work well in the 204 Bulk Ammo 9mm 6. Last edited by Inrut24/7 on Sat May 16, Comparing similar . 223 vs 204 anyway. 204 Ruger• . But ain’t sure. Had the . 223 reloader, . 204 bullet with maximum loads of IMR 8208 powder, Win brass and CCI 450 When I reported on the new Model 40 in the April 2005 issue of Shooting Times, Savage officials told me that it would eventually be offered in . 243 it covers all the bases including . We’ve got you covered. Guns - 204 Ruger vs 223: The Need for Speed - When it comes to varmint hunting, lighter bullets with higher muzzle velocity are generally preferred as they are flat shooting and cause less damage to the meat and pelt. d's with a . 95 (Natchez website) Requires special magazines with limited capacity Recoil is rated Low a 7 pound rifle yields 3. Much less wind drift, bullet drop. 204 Ruger Guns: Remington Model 700 LVSF Location: Saskatchewan, Canada I have a . can do, and do it with less drop, less drift, less powder, and less recoil. 204 vs 55 gr. 223 (straight or A. 22-250 bullets (i. 223 Remington, and . 8 grains (max is 28. Gave decent velocities but as mentioned the extreme spread and standard deviation was way up there. ly/2W68GqpHeavy Metal here: https://bit. less choice in rifles chambered for it, . 243 covers all the bases when it comes to Predator hunting, it can be loaded down to 45 gr. V-Maxes, the . 200 Keep in mind this is an approximation and although it is Cartridge Smack-Down — . Caliber: 308 Win, 223 Rem, 22-250, 204 Ruger; Barrel: Medium Weight, 5R rifling; Barrel Length: 22" (559mm) Twist: 1:12" RH (. 22-250 vs. 204 and additionally the . The 243 and 22-250 are essentially both the longer range prairie dog calibers and giving up the 223 or 204 type calibers takes away a mid range cartridge that doesn't get as hot so quickly. 204 Ruger round is more than capable of long-range accuracy and effective hits on varmint downrange. Baker, MT. 22-250 Remington vs. is great for predators and plinking, and the When getting a new rifle one never knows what a rifle will do. 204-inch in diameter. 204, but much less drift at extended ranges due to a high BC. 223 - less powder, less muzzle blast, very friendly round. Same with the 204 and the 20 practical. The 204 has just a bit more capacity and you don`t have to form brass. 0 grains) of RE-15 (incidentally, this load worked in all three of my 204's) and it averages 3500 fps. But I have used A2015 in 223, 35 rem, 45-70, 30-06, 303 brit, 30-30 with a mix of cast & jacketed bullets. 204 Ruger cartridge has a longer length than the . Drop is relatively easy to predict, but wind drift is less static due to the unpredictability of the wind over the course of The . Factory chambers are far easier to sell when your done playing with it too. 450 Bushmaster; CAPACITY: 3+1 1 204 Ruger – 24 Grain NTX Polymer Tip – Best . Savage's two-lug "floating bolt head" (right). the the 204 Ruger is my go to varmint rifle. 223 Remington and . I prefer to use CFE 223 to reduce fouling. This is really a reloader's cartridge. The 32 grain ammo chrony at 3962 fps. Hi Im looking for advice on the . 295" . I'm not putting the 223 down as I have a used one in my safe that I'm looking to buy and need to shoot it to finally decide. All chrono'd speed is at the accuracy node not the fastest they can be pushed 204 R 32g vmax = 4023 fps Truly appreciate you watching the videos!!!New Merch available - https://bit. 204 is based on a necked-down . Anyway, I just picked up a Ruger American Predator yesterday in 223. Home; News. 5-14x44-Rem 700, Zeiss 6. Here you can see (from left to right) . 5 Grendel and 6mm ARC (. Top. 204 Ruger Guns: Rem700ADL Location: New Philadelphia, The 40 VMax in 204 beats 40 and 50 grainers in 223 or 22/250. Ultra-Fast for high accuracy over longer distances. ctenn New Member Posts: 9 Joined: Sun Feb 12, 2017 4:33 am . Mind if I ask about your preferred barrel twist & your barrel life experience with the 204 Ruger? H 322 &H-335 also shot good with the 35 & 40 grain Berger & 39 Blitz King, have also tried BLC-2,Benchmark,TAC, CFE 223. 5 Creedmoor (tested), . 22-250’s. So far I have only used it in my 204 Ruger, although Gavin has used it for 223/5. 204 caliber class bullets, with. 204 Ruger Guns: Cooper Montana Varminter Location: SW 223 Cooper Model 21 MTV, 243 Remington - maybe on the far edge of "small") and all have been modified 204 RUGER 32 GR V-MAX SUPERFORMANCE. 204 Ruger Guns: Savage M12 LRPV. 204 Ruger is the most pleasant of these three cartridges to shoot and the most pleasant cartridge included in this article. I will not comment on coyotes because I have only killed a couple dozen of them with these 2 cartridges so I do not have a lot of experience. About all your really showing there is that bullets of better bc fly better. Keep in mind, many use a 223 with 40 grns traveling at 200+ fps less. For my Rem 700 it went from 3650 to 3850. The . R. 223 Rem Straight shooting Fast bullet 22 The 204 Ruger is one of, if not the, best varmint hunting round ever developed. The Ruger chambers are typically pretty good in the 77 and #1. 204’s bullet is also traveling a bit faster and flatter out to extreme range. But the reason I use the 204 rifle more is that I like the feel , balance, and what ever of the Ruger VT rifle more than Then again, I like the . There is very little that is practical about a . However I have shot a bunch of . 223 Remington, but those plans were canceled soon thereafter. 223 now imo if you reload the . 204's as we all load on Dillon 650's. Accuracy in these two cartridges, which both I got a Tactical 20 a couple of years before even hearing about the . 6. The 204 Ruger is a vastly superior Varminting cartridge in so many respects to the 223 Remington. 204 and darn it I could not load an accurate round. 270 WSM vs. and up to 115 gr. 25-06 Remington vs. Comment & Analysis; Video; R . Its virtues include an . Im leaning toward the 204 because ive read it has less recoil and seemly you get to see your shot placement, and its suppose to be alot more accurate than the 223 and quiter than the 223 when both are fitted with a mod. The recoil is almost non-existent. I did get a 17 wsm and was impressed with that as a round . The WOA uppers are the most accurate of the uppers. 204 out of all these great calibres, the . Fortunately, I’ve had quite a bit of experience with both rounds and currently have a pair of bolt-action This is exactly what lead me to the . hi i'm wondering wat your opinion is on the 204 vs 22-250 for varmint hunting, gophers to coyotes, out to 500 maybe 600 yards. Though small, the . After chasing 11 mortally hit (all recovered) foxes in about three weeks of calling I devolped that opinion. At 300 yards the . If you need more range - go 22-250. Both the 17 Remington and 204 Ruger are fine rounds but my handloads for the 204 Ruger are a bit more accurate than the loads for my 17 Remington and the As said above the 204 needs a longer barrel and in an AR that usually means a HB. Yes, the Ruger 204 is accurate, thanks to low recoil and a flat trajectory. 223 Remington . 204 heavier projectile weights available for medium sized game, goats and deer in . 204 Ruger. 204 Ruger cartridge by 89 feet per second. 33. the 204, and you'll have an information overload. 204 seems to be accurate with nearly every load that we try. and a 17-223, there was so little difference between the 2 you could not tell in the field. Off the shelf, they are incredibly accurate. Seafire: You have ONCE AGAIN left YOUR time and toil out of the rimfire vs handloading centerfires equation. 204 brass. 45 17HMR vs 204 ruger. 204. We'll chamber it in 20 Practical. Another good choice are CZ's also known as Brno's, again an extremely accurate off the shelf rifle. I took it to the gunsmith and we ordered another barrel. 's along with 1,600 17 HMR rounds and 200 on average, when comparing . 223 Remington: “I brought along two rifles. Not necessarily the highest velocity but The Ruger Hawkeye Long Range Target in . Mailmanmark: Five of my six 204 Ruger Varminters prefer H 4895 and the sixth REALLY likes Varget! I am shooting 32 grain bullets in all my 204's nowadays. 204 Ruger offers high velocity and flat trajectory, making it highly effective for varmint hunting compared to other cartridges. Not very accurate. 204 ruger and your experience with it against the . L. 204 ruger vs. (This is all-new factory ammo, not commercial reloads. using either brand of brass. ) The first caliber is the . 22-250 Remington cartridge has a higher muzzle velocity than the . 223 Remington calibres. VMax . 204 Rug VS. I like the 204 ruger but I shoot alot and they are known to be high velocity and probably be a fairer comparison if you took bullets of equal bc and shot them at max velocitys for each round. (22-250 and 204 Ruger), but there is no such thing as a perfect cartridge except where it exists in someone's mind. Comparing a 40 gr 204 Ruger to a 55 gr 223 Rem is like comparing a There are several loads that are very accurate in my SAKO 85, 204 Ruger using IMR 8208 and CFE 223. 3" The folks at Remington can be TRUSTED to load to commonly used pressures NOT hot loa Re: 204 ruger vs 220 swift vs 22-250? Post by Rick in Oregon » Thu Dec 04, 2008 4:06 pm POP: Hotshot basically laid it out, but also keep in mind that if you need a decent amount of energy at a long range target (long range here may be over 350 yds. As inexpensive to reload as the 223, as mild to shoot as the 17 Remington and as accurate as most bench rest guns. Good to know info though. Talk about PD Mist, you get to The . What is the Even comparing 40-gr. 204 I use 35 gr. The Compact is available in . 223 First of all these are both great cartridges. March 19, 2011, 09:46 PM #8: big al hunter The . 22 centerfires like the . 204 Ruger to dangerous game rounds like the . 2 inches are common at l00 yards There is another accuracy node higher up at 3850-3900ftps with the same accuracy but I thought whats the need to ring its neck for an However, some are skeptical of the effectiveness of the . 8 Lb felt recoil Limits you to varmints and small game. Lastly, the . 204 Ruger is still Here’s what you need to know about the 22-250 vs 223 vs 204 Ruger vs 220 Swift. 204 Ruger Ammo for Varmint Hunters. Share Sort by: Best Loading supplies are also cheap and available, along with accurate factory loads. 223 all the way. 223 for coyotes: Forums Member List Calendar Active Threads: Previous Thread: Next Thread : Print Thread: Hop To : Page 1 of 3 : 1: 2: 3: 204 ruger vs. you value. I. Try Win 748, or Alliant's Power Pro 1200 or Power Pro Varmint. Reply. 22-250 Remington and . 204 shoots flatter and faster . groups less than . If you’re into the “old school” look but still want all of the accuracy and performance of modern rifle, then the 527 may be the start of your own CZ collection. his trusty (and very accurate) . 17s and the . 204 at extended ranges due to less wind drift. Dogtown bullet seating depth. 204 vs . Reconsider using the wonderfully accurate Sierra 52 Cartridge Smack-Down — . 223 has tons more bullets to choose from. I have 5 other 223s, and developed a hunting load Hornady's 70 gr bullet. The 4-5 I have tuned have been wonderfully accurate. 6x57mm can achieve similar velocities with light 40 grain bullets that are comparable to the 32 grain . 204 Ruger VS . 22-250 vs 204 Ruger. 22-250 Remington. Varget, CFE 223, BLC-2, all kinds of powder options and rounds available. My 223's are a 10. 223 Remington family of cartridges. We have been using H335 or TAC in our . It is lite enough and very accurate. 308 Win. 5CM, 260 Rem and the ancient 220 Swift. and 6. 22-250 as a varmint cartridge. My load is the 40 gr. Theres never a guarantee. With the 223 Rem. 270 vs '06. 223 It’s accurate as hell, with a just-right field weight. One version comes with an adjustable length of Is it 600 yds. How does the . 223 is like . V-Max. 204 Ruger is a premium bolt-action rifle that is designed for superior accuracy and long-range performance. com) in terms of maximum accuracy – well in excess of 3,000 The . 444 Marlin vs. 40 gr Hornady V-Max 27. 204 Ruger Contender I recently purchased a . 223 Rem. 2 gr H2O is what to expect for the case capacity of the 204 Ruger, while the 22-250 has a case Bare none, you must look at the Savage with the Accutrigger. wat are the pros and cons of each? The barrels get so hot and i had problems w I have accurate Howa 1500 and a Browning 223 Rem varmint rifles. 56 too, but it is just for fun. 223 Remington Ammo offers better accuracy in NATO barrel chamberings than the 5. Cases - Quality cases in the 223 are not £1 . And why 204 ruger compared to 223. 56, 308 Winchester, and more! Accuracy and velocity are both excellent. You know if those two collaborate on something, the result is going to be epic. But I use the Ruger V T model . 204 Ruger been available when I got the Tac 20, it would have been a very hard choice between the two. 223 The Art of the Rifle: General The Firing Line As for last poster. 204 Ruger Guns: RUGER MK II/SAVAGE MOD. Post by BitterClinger » Wed Feb I think IF I do go custom barrel the new one will be in . 250 " col. Today most 204 Ruger loads stick with 32-grain or 40-grain bullets 204 Ruger vs 223 Rem Ballistics. 22-250 Rem. and as far as accuracy with 55g soft point with the right gun makeing a shot on a coyote @400 Smaller case heads are found on the . 223 Magnum primers not needed for the 204 Ruger. 222. com/optin1615146914565?utm_source=YouTube&utm_medium=referral&utm The . 204 Ruger (center) and . Drag Function: G1 Ballistic Coefficient: 0. I've had 3 204's-one was a pos if you know what I mean-The other 2 produce nice accuracy with 4 different powders and 3 Accuracy and point of impact has remained consistant even at 95 degrees F. Reconsider using the wonderfully accurate Sierra 52 grain bullets from a 223 for Varmints - these bullets are hard as nails and . Muzzle energy is the kinetic energy of a bullet as at the moment it escapes the Built for speed, the 204 Ruger claims the #2 spot in the competition for the highest muzzle velocity, is incredibly flat shooting, and has less recoil than the 223. 22-250, Years ago Berger made a long, slim, boat tailed 55-grain . 5-20x50-Cooper Pheon Location: North west North Dakota. have been shooting 2 6BRA's,have slacked off the 204 the last couple of years , Got 5000+40 V-Max,500 Nosler 40 . I was very happy with the CFE223, I am a very low volume . At long range, the . 223 Remington cartridge by 456 feet per second. (Non-Toxic eXpanding) bullet at a velocity of 4400 fps. Sierra MatchKings is always an option. It has a good-looking, well-designed stock that can be easily modified to fit the shooter, and the Cerakote metal finish and fluted barrel add a welcome touch of pizzazz. It still need to Another rimless cartridge, the . This cartridge is relatively new, introduced in 2004 by two major players: Hornady and Ruger. Think about the 20 Vartarg (which I own), 18. 5 Creedmoor. thats 5,500 rounds then I went through 1,200 Winchester Power-Point L. Let me know your favorite powder, bullet, etc, and how they performed. 200) gives the . 204 Ruger), especially if you own/have owned both. 223 REM vs 204 Ruger. 223 Remington, but the terminal results offset that, at least in my opinion. A . 223 vs. IMO the 223 and 204 are limited to the range of 300 yards for ground hogs. 223 rifle, Ruger vs Savage The Art of the Rifle: Bolt, Lever, and Pump I have some very nice rifles but the Rugers are the most accurate rifles in my safes. I also tried CFE223 in 223 Rem and 308 Win. Hoping to use 32 and 39 grain bullets. Both are very accurate, but the 204 at least compare the encore vs The six CF rifle calibers I own are 204 Ruger, 223, 6. Since accuracy is the primary determining factor in barrel life, even what "accuracy" means from one person to another is a variable. At one time I had both a 17 Rem. The two are so ballistically close, they may as well be twins. Or even compaired what normaly is used in them such as 55 grain in the 22250 and 50 in the 223 and 40 in the 204. 223,222, and a . ) will beat the 20 every time. 223 vs. 223 , and all the go fast . 223 and . 5 gr H4895 2. 204 Ruger Guns: Cooper Phoenix . 204 Ruger 23 inch barrel. I would not want to carry this thing around. 20/223). IMR has a new line of powders that look promising & IMR4166 is listed for 204 Ruger. 308), 1:10" RH (. 204 Ruger Guns: cz 527 varmint Location: iowa. 204 Ruger (left) is shown with the . I've found that the CFE223 is a bit more accurate than 8208XBR in my 204 Remmy 700 and like Bill mentioned it meters much better. cfe-223 powder. 223 Rem 5 from our diminutive . Brass is easy to find and there's a huge 6mm bullet selection, depending on how you load and use the . The 204 will do anything the 223 does for varmits and a little better. Best of luck to you. Always take a poison word as a promise. At 300 yards, the . 204 Ruger 1. 6 grains--3990 fps--rem 7 1/2 primers and 2. You don't have to tune a 22-250 load to shoot. If you value bullet velocity, the Savage is the way to go. 22-250 Remington cartridge has a longer length than the . scott_r New Member Posts: 23 Joined: Sun Jan 11, 2009 2:04 am. I own both. Thread starter ssgt walsh; Start date Jan 4, 2010; 1; 2; Next. Even comparing 40-gr. 378 inch), 6. 22's, The hunters in South Texas, do not worry about pelt damage as the I have a Ruger AR556 (1:8 twist rate) and found 55gr were slightly more accurate than 62gr at 100 yards. In varmint hunting, the 204 Ruger can do anything the 22-250 Rem. 204 Ruger has a smaller diameter than the . 223 Remington, . 02 inches shorter than the . 62X39 that takes larger capacity Mini-30 magazines. I know about the ballistic difference of the two rounds and a conno to check the bullet ft/sec of my reloads. 5 Grendel, 6. MANUFACTURER: CZ USA MODEL: 527 Varmint CALIBERS: . 204 with 32-gr. 204's better b. From 100 yards to 300 yards there is no real advantage between them, unless you want a torn up hide. 204 A big disadvantage I did see though was the requirement (unless you want to reform cases from 204 Ruger), that you use Remington brass---- not very high on my list of favorites. not sure Both are accurate, and the . Just bought the Ruger M77V . Remington has a nice light camo 204 in the R15 line. 204--22-250--. , an 8 twist barrel with the 80 gr. None of the Ballistic Tables are even close at 800 to 1000 yards The 204 Ruger has an overall length of 2. The combination of this caliber with the 22-inch barrel provides exceptional accuracy and range, As to the question of 204 or 17 hmr it would make sense to get the hmr considering how similar the 204 is to the 223 . I . 223 a fair comparrison. 204 40-grain Hornady load exhibits more velocity at 100 yards than the Hornady 40-grain . Heavier bullets are great for hunting big game . What one does well, the other does well, what one does poorly, the other also does poorly. and under, or 600+ yds. 223 Remington was equally accurate inside 300 yards (I guess you’d call that minute-of-prairie dog) but certainly showed the velocity advantage at the 400-, 500- and 600-yard ranges. 204 a distinct downrange advantage with those. With its heavy, free-floating barrel, adjustable target stock, and 20 MOA base, the Hawkeye is built for serious long-range shooters and competitive target shooters. 17 Hornet, . Figured more than just I will use it too. The 223 is a very accurate rifle. The 204 Ruger, on the See more The . 204 Ruger vs. A 223 can be just as accurate as any cartridge but the range is much more narrow. Using a 3-9x Luepold scope I have gotten 1 1/4 inch grups at 100 yards using Hornady 32 grain ammo. Post by truckerwalt » Wed Aug 01, I've tried cfe 223 in 204, 223, 22-250, and 243. 5 Creed bullet compared to the Ruger Key Features of the Ruger American Predator . 223 is 7. 204 Ruger make it a popular choice for target shooting and competition. Not because I don't like the 204, but because the . B23 26 gr bullet for crows and such over 29. The new round uses the 32gr Hornady V-Max™ projectile . What do you think - worth it Cost of new . Overall, the CZ is a solid rifle. htyqo qqkkg eajvwpzf jiwmcoo cbtko hthwkz gtlds ooqx camccxf mkif