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Have a 26inch barrel to go on a tikka. Was thinking about trimming it down a bit to make more handy and perhaps use a suppressor.
I read 6.5prc so quite well in 20inch barrel. They have a little more capacity than 284 case though.
I was thinking 22.5-23inches to make reso handy while still more performance than my .260.
Aiming for ~2900fps with ar2217.
Appreciate thoughts.
Mate of mine is getting > 2800 with 156 bergers from a 20". He's using the fairy dust that is Re26 though. AR2217 lags behind. 2900 will still be acheivable with a longer barrel and a slightly lighter bullet.
Ill be using 140gr in an 8 twist. Looking at 2217 as I have it here already
Youll want to stick with 24" if your to use 2217. Otherwise it starts losing the gains the 6.5-284 has over calibers like the 6.5creed and 260rem
cant comment on the 6.5 version but have 2 different 284's. Ones a 20in bbl and I'm getting ~2830 - 2850 with 160 - 162gn pills (TMK & AMAX) and a 22in bbl which gets me another 80 - 100 fps, running 162AMAX at 2930fps with RL17.
If that translates to your 6.5 284 then 22 - 23in bbl should be a good compromise
yeah, maybe there's a reason they come in 24inch from factory. I'd be annoyed to end up with an inefficient 260.Quote:
Originally Posted by keengunNic
So make it 22" chamber it in 6.5x55 and load it properly, not fussy on powder, and that is about to become real important, especially for those that did not futureproof their reloading components. Too few people understand loading the Swede in a modern action.Quote:
Originally Posted by Pushover
I have a 260 already.
The barrel is chambered in 6.5-284 already so that's what ill run.
Think ill keep the barrel at 24 and run it bare.
I could prolly get more suitable powders and keep the 2217 for mates rem mag.
Thinking rl23, hybrid 100v or winchester staball6.5. Anyone running these?
I had a 20" 6.5/284 and was very disappointed with its speed using 2217 I could just get 2800 with 130 grain pills.
My tikka 18" .260 gets 2816 with the 143 ELDX
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If it’s for the bush then you’ve probably got better options, if it’s for the tops (which is where I use mine) the extra length isn’t an issue. You can comfortably shoot out to 7-800y and at that range taking the time to put on your suppressor isn’t an issue. Anything under 300 and your POI won’t change enough to matter so your good for any quick shots.
Yes, good to know thanks. I think what you say is where I'm heading with it. Best to keep to the strengths of the cartridge and not try to do it all.
The low es that 2217 provides in the 6.5 Norma plus reasonable but not top speeds in a 24” tube makes it worthwhile.
I got a 20 inch prc and a mate has a 6.5 284 20 inch. They both kill stuff. Don't over think it mate. Goes bang and things die. Easy
Just bringing this thread back to life. The 6.5-284 interests me as it is something a bit different to the standard. Ballistically, very similar to the 6.5PRC, however, I like something a bit different. Things I'd like to know, is barrel length - can you get away with a 22" barrel, or is 24"+ needed.
Barrel wear - I've read that accuracy comes at around 800-1000 rounds max
Is it worth building over a .260, Creed, or PRC?
Keen to hear your thoughts out of interest.
Thanks
I had a 20" 6.5x284 a few years ago and performance was very disappointing 130grn at 2800fps.
I've looked at the 6.5 PRC and unless you go for a 24" barrel I still think the .260 on a long action Tikka or a 6.5 Creedmoor is a better option.
A 18" .260 will give you 2800 with the 143 ELDX and a Creedmoor will do the same with a 20".
That's just what I've found after trying more than a few 6.5 cals
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I run a 6.5-284 with a 24 inch barrel. Used to be a 30 inch truck axil but had turned down to a number 3 and fluted it. I run 143 ELDX with RL26, loads are moderate at 2940fps. I have found RL26 too sensitive to temperature so don’t want to risk a hot load on a hot day. Unreal accuracy, shoots half inch at 200 yards.
Hmm, yep that’s what I was wanting to hear @Stag . What action and barrel are you running?
My 6.5-284 should have been out on the hill this week but a fractured foot is cramping my style somewhat . . . . My one is built on a Savage action using a Bartelin featherweight barrel finished just shy of 25" - all Greg could get out of the blank. It's quite long with a muffler on but as a "big country" rifle where the worst is to have to push through a bit of scrub (as opposed to hours of bush bashing) it's all about a bit of self discipline!
Mine is poking out 130s at 3180 ( Norma factory stuff) so I'm hoping it'll get into the high 2900s with 143s/147s and not far off that with 156s - that's a lot of energy delivered out a long ways with very moderate recoil etc.
Yip my mates full barel blaser how ever long that may be is only running 2500 something with 143 and 2213sc im sure we can speed it up with a different powder but pretty underwhelmingQuote:
Originally Posted by 25/08 IMP
Remington 700LA, Shillen select match 1:8. Previously I had a tight neck (.290) but had it re cut to .298 as didn’t want to neck turn cases. When it was a 30 inch barrel I ran 2213sc and they were going at 3015fps. The RL26 seems great for speed and low pressure but to be fair have not tried the ADI variants with the shorter barrel.Quote:
Originally Posted by JohnQT
That sounds like a great combo. Would be interesting to see what is achievable with some other powder options that are a bit more available too. ThanksQuote:
Originally Posted by Stag
WOW, that's incredible speed @Tentman Especially with the factory rounds. What twist barrel did you go for? 1-8 would be good for stabilizing the heavy pills, but I would've thought it would slow them down a bit too.Quote:
Originally Posted by Tentman
I'm back down to Invers this week, I might call in to see Greg and see what he can do for me!
Cheers
Sounds like a nice lightweight setup. What's she weigh?Quote:
Originally Posted by Tentman
I would leave the barrel long but move the sling loop to the barrel ( african style ) and throw the sling stud away.
I started with 6.5x284 but was disappointed in velocity with the heavier pills. Before the PRC came along I Changed to a 6.5/06ai and wow!
Now getting 3140 with the 147’s and good accuracy, devastatingly good on deer at ranges 800y and under. Yet to try further out. I do have a 28” barrel tho. But my 26” was getting similar velocities, just the node was different so I settled for 3000 on that one.