Barret 107A1 Accuracy Expectations?

[Shoottothrill]

So I've been thinking about a .50 BMG for a while now and would like to know with good ammo, will the Barret 107A1 hold 10" groups at 1,000 yards?

The other .50 that I'm seriously considering is the HTI. I'm actually leaning this way. More flexibility with the HTI and I'm sure accuracy is much better, lighter, shorter, and a little less cash.

Opinions?

 

[mceod]

Re: Barret 107A1 Accuracy Expectations?

I think 1.5-2 MOA is a more realistic expectation of accuracy. Is one MOA impossible? Maybe not, but 1.5-2 MOA is more likely.

 

[freefalle7]

Re: Barret 107A1 Accuracy Expectations?

My M-82a1 is about 1.5-2 MOA

I have hit 26" diameter searchlight on a old M-60 tank with a issue Barrett at 1600 meters with old Army Korean war era ammo.

 

[Shoottothrill]

Re: Barret 107A1 Accuracy Expectations?

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Freefalle7</div><div class="ubbcode-body">My M-82a1 is about 1.5-2 MOA

I have hit 26" diameter searchlight on a old M-60 tank with a issue Barrett at 1600 meters with old Army Korean war era ammo.

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Do you feel this is an exceptable accuracy level with the Barret M-82A-1 or do you sometimes wish it was capable of better accuracy? Sounds like you've had quite a bit of experiance with the rifle.

The shot on the 26" searchlight is obviously a phenominal shot.

 

[oneshot onekill]

Re: Barret 107A1 Accuracy Expectations?

Back in 2005 when I was researching the accuracy of various 50Cal's I found an NRA Publications link that stated the accuracy of the Barrett M82 to be 4 MOA! Yes... FOUR! Not .4! But 4 MOA! I couldn't believe it but it convinced me to go the "Bolt" route and I bought a Barrett M99. Saved a bunch of money too. Here's the link but it is apparently no longer available. Or at least I can't get it to come up. Maybe someone more internet savvy can:

www.nrapublications.org/TAR/practical2.asp

 

[Graham]

Re: Barret 107A1 Accuracy Expectations?

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 78steeler</div><div class="ubbcode-body">So I've been thinking about a .50 BMG for a while now and would like to know with good ammo, will the Barret 107A1 hold 10" groups at 1,000 yards?</div></div>No.

 

[solidarmy]

Re: Barret 107A1 Accuracy Expectations?

If you go a little smaller in caliber, something like a .408 or .416 you might get better accuracy at the same long distances.

 

[KNIGHT11B4]

Re: Barret 107A1 Accuracy Expectations?

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Graham</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 78steeler</div><div class="ubbcode-body">So I've been thinking about a .50 BMG for a while now and would like to know with good ammo, will the Barret 107A1 hold 10" groups at 1,000 yards?</div></div>No. </div></div>

This^^^ There are much better calibers and weapons for shooting at 1k.

 

[Kells81]

Re: Barret 107A1 Accuracy Expectations?

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: KNIGHT11B4</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Graham</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 78steeler</div><div class="ubbcode-body">So I've been thinking about a .50 BMG for a while now and would like to know with good ammo, will the Barret 107A1 hold 10" groups at 1,000 yards?</div></div>No. </div></div>

This^^^ There are much better calibers and weapons for shooting at 1k. </div></div>

I dunno I just don't think the 308 will make it to 1k.....

With some reloading skills you can get the Barrett to shoot just have to work with it.

 

[B.Morgan]

Re: Barret 107A1 Accuracy Expectations?

I have owned 3 different 82a1's. They are good for what they are designed for but the guy that called it a "sniper rifle" didn't know what he was talking about unless your target is the broad side of a barn. Between 3 and 4 moa is what you can expect from the average one. I've heard about better and seen much worse. The ones I had did ok.

 

[KNIGHT11B4]

Re: Barret 107A1 Accuracy Expectations?

I shot quite a few 107s. Everything from brand new ones to worn out ones... If we got one sub 3 MOA we called it a shooter.

In all fairness we did have one that shot about MOA. But none of the others came close.

 

[E3C3H3O3]

Re: Barret 107A1 Accuracy Expectations?

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: dfclin073</div><div class="ubbcode-body">If you go a little smaller in Calibre, something like a .408 or .416 you might get better accuracy at the same long distances. </div></div>

what he said, really no need for a 50 to shoot to 1000 yards

 

[gunsmithcat]

Re: Barret 107A1 Accuracy Expectations?

There's occasional golden nuggets, but most of them will not hold better than 2 MOA. Especially when those bushings start wearing down.
I think there was an influx of used israeli army m82s that have come into the states recently that have a great price. until you realized the bushings on those barrels are worn to shit and you're accuracy will be garbage.

 

[Shoottothrill]

Re: Barret 107A1 Accuracy Expectations?

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: E3C3H3O3</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: dfclin073</div><div class="ubbcode-body">If you go a little smaller in Calibre, something like a .408 or .416 you might get better accuracy at the same long distances. </div></div>

what he said, really no need for a 50 to shoot to 1000 yards </div></div>

I know there are better calibers than a .50 for shooting ELR. The reason for wanting the big .50 is more for nastalgia of just owning one. I'm just one of those guys who always wanted one and can now finally afford it, I think. lol

I think I'm gonna go with the new DTA HTI. For the money and flexibility it's going to be hard to beat. If I ever want to shoot to a mile or more there is always the .375 Cheytac round that I can get a conversion for it as well.

 

[B3dlam]

Re: Barret 107A1 Accuracy Expectations?

I think if accuracy is what you are looking for go with the DTA. If you want to be able to dump sheer volumes of fire go with the Barrett just due to the semi-auto 10rnd magazine. But as it sounds like accuracy is what you are looking for DTA should be a great way to go plus as its a little cheaper you can spend a little more on better glass to top it off!

 

[mercer2]

Re: Barret 107A1 Accuracy Expectations?

http://www.rndrifles.com/firearms/rnd-3000/

Owner claims sub MOA with match ammo
I'm ordering one very soon, it takes 6 months to build, will post a review after that.

 

[30calDeath]

Re: Barret 107A1 Accuracy Expectations?

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Poke</div><div class="ubbcode-body">

I dunno I just don't think the 308 will make it to 1k.....
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Is this a joke? Me personally, if you cant stretch a 308 out to 1K then maybe you should re-think your marksmanship skills and your idea to jump to a bigger caliber to reach out to 1000+.

 

[Shoottothrill]

Re: Barret 107A1 Accuracy Expectations?

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: mercer2</div><div class="ubbcode-body">http://www.rndrifles.com/firearms/rnd-3000/

Owner claims sub MOA with match ammo
I'm ordering one very soon, it takes 6 months to build, will post a review after that. </div></div>

I have heard nothing but amazing things about the RND rifles, they are pieces of art from what I hear. Little pricey for me though.

 

[Shoottothrill]

Re: Barret 107A1 Accuracy Expectations?

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: KillZone45</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Poke</div><div class="ubbcode-body">

I dunno I just don't think the 308 will make it to 1k.....
</div></div>

Is this a joke? Me personally, if you cant stretch a 308 out to 1K then maybe you should re-think your marksmanship skills and your idea to jump to a bigger caliber to reach out to 1000+. </div></div>

Totally agree Killzone. How the hell did .308 come up in my post anyway? This is about the .50 only.

 

[gunsmithcat]

Re: Barret 107A1 Accuracy Expectations?

If you want a semi auto 50 that can do mag dumps, take a look at the serbu bfg50. Theyre in production now and people are getting them in slowly. I think msrp is 6200, much less than the barrett and uses 10 round barret mags.
Best part is that it doesnt use a reciprocating barrel like the barret, so "supposedly" accuracy is much better. We'll see, im still waiting on mine.

 

[Shoottothrill]

Re: Barret 107A1 Accuracy Expectations?

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: gunsmithcat</div><div class="ubbcode-body">If you want a semi auto 50 that can do mag dumps, take a look at the serbu bfg50. Theyre in production now and people are getting them in slowly. I think msrp is 6200, much less than the barrett and uses 10 round barret mags.
Best part is that it doesnt use a reciprocating barrel like the barret, so "supposedly" accuracy is much better. We'll see, im still waiting on mine. </div></div>

Thanks I will take a look at that.

 

[alpha6164]

Re: Barret 107A1 Accuracy Expectations?

Even though not the M107, i can tell you that the M82 CQ versions are a lot more accurate. I have spoken with Lin Schryver and he also agrees. I think the use of a different barrel and the fact that is 20" causes less of a whipping affect during the recoil mechanism of the rifle. I have shot mine only to 500yards but have been able to hold right at 1.5MOA. That is pretty damn good for such fire power.

 

[Sumpter Steve]

Re: Barret 107A1 Accuracy Expectations?

I have shot several M107's and have also found their accuracy to be in the 3-4 MOA range. I think you would be hard pressed (if not impossible) to find one that holds 1MOA.