Discussion in 'Rifles, Bullets, Barrels & Ballistics' started by RDHammond, May 16, 2018.
Looking to build a 6.5-06 improved or .280 Ackley on a Remington long action and would like to keep the weight between 8-8.5 lbs.
Looks like 8.625 lbs. Close... but I'd like to be closer to 8lbs.
If there any discrepancies on the above weights please let me know.
I'm just guessing on the Brux. They list 3 lbs for a #3. Not sure at what length of barrel they list the weight for. Is that the blank weight before chambering? Im assuming they are using a .30 cal tube for weight estimate as well.
Shoots just fine. I have 2 loads. A "lighter" load for shooting a lot. 160 TMK @ 2910fps. And a hunting load shooting a 175 Berger @ 2975fps.
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Wow! Thanks. Your rifle looks great and shoots even better!
Just built a similar .280 Ackley, a tad heavier than your specs.
Weighs 7.8 lbs empty with no scope or bipod on a bathroom scale. Haven't weighed it with any scopes on it.
With your specs, you should come pretty close to your goal. Pretty sure Brux weights are based on a 26" barrel, so you may shave a few ounces there.
Thanks for the specs. The more information the better. Sounds like it will be a shooter.
Shoots real good. This is my second Brux barrel, they have both been excellent.
Good luck with your build, sounds like a good plan. Obviously I lean .280 AI but the 6.5-06 would be fun too.
A 24" 7mm #3 Brux will weigh about 52 ounces. A 6.5mm will weigh about an ounce more.
Thanks Edd. Is that a finished weight, after chambering?