Thread: Accuracy targets when developing loads for F-class

Originally Posted by Noswal

Just wondering what sort of acceptable accuracy people are looking to obtain when loading for F-class to 1000yds
I know we all want to stack them up but there’s what we want and what we can repeatedly achieve.
Is 5in @ 1000yds in good conditions done or would the more serious guys be pushing for better?
Interesting to see what shooters are happy with.

The X ring is about 0.5 MOA so would be 5 inches at 1000 yards (near enough).
As @johnd said that accuracy would get you a 60.10 (perfect score) at 1000 yards.

Probably good enough for FTR, possibly not for F-Open.

Everybody wants better, but there are diminishing returns.

That said it would also depend on your set up - is your scope 1/4 MOA clicks or 1/8?
Can you easily aim off with your bag and bipod (FTR) or F-Open rest.

What projectile will you be using?
155 gr for FTR-Classic or heavier for FTR? The difference can be significant at longer ranges.
My observation is that the heavier projectiles come into their own at longer ranges with higher winds - upto 50% less wind adjustment between a 155gr and 185 gr projectile (of the same brand and design) at 900 yards in strong winds.