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The 212-grain bullet has 2,860 feet per second (fps) muzzle velocity. At greater distances, the synthetic heat-protector tip presses into the jacket to initiate mushroom-like expansion to take down big game.ĭata from Hornady’s 24-inch test barrel show good consistency in sustained velocity over distance. The Precision Hunter bullet is designed for knockdown power at sub-400 yard shots.
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Both deliver impressive ballistic coefficients.
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The Hornady PRC factory loads include 225 grain ELD Match and 212 grain ELD-X Precision Hunter. Standard magnum cartridge powder is used in both Hornady’s current 300 PRC products, but the company’s data indicates 300 PRC delivers more consistent velocity and less barrel wear than other magnum loads. Its shape facilitates better stacking and feeding from fixed magazines than previous industry standard. According to a Hornady press release, it has superior chamber alignment than standard belted magnums. 532-inch magnum bolt face and headspaces off the 30-degree shoulder. The 300 PRC is a magnum cartridge and a riff off the 375 Ruger. The combination allows for fast follow-up shots. The 30-degree shoulder of the case provides stable chamber alignment, while the non-belted cases stack efficiently and feed reliably from magazines. The 300 PRC’s projectiles achieve repeatable accuracy thanks to their high ballistic coefficients. 30 caliber bullets with non-belted cases and temperature-stable powders. The true potential of the 300 PRC comes from the intentional pairing of heavy. While 300 PRC is capable of exceptional accuracy, the round is not simply a paper-puncher. This chambering holds a lot of promise for the hunt field. For more information, see the Savage Arms website. MSRP $1,284īoth right- and left-handed bolts are offered.