K komifornian Sergeant Full Member Minuteman Feb 12, 2011 419 8 55 Peoples Republic of Kalifornia Apr 13, 2013 #1 Apr 13, 2013 #1 Will a 8.5 twist barrel stabilize a 140 grain bullet? And if not what would be the heaviest I could go with this twist rate?
Will a 8.5 twist barrel stabilize a 140 grain bullet? And if not what would be the heaviest I could go with this twist rate?
dirtking Sergeant Full Member Minuteman Supporter Sep 24, 2010 525 48 38 Nebraska Apr 14, 2013 #2 Apr 14, 2013 #2 Im pretty sure ALOT of guys are running the 8.5 twist and 140's and having great results. I am building one with a Rock 1-8 twist. You will be fine with that twist and 140gr pills.
Im pretty sure ALOT of guys are running the 8.5 twist and 140's and having great results. I am building one with a Rock 1-8 twist. You will be fine with that twist and 140gr pills.
K komifornian Sergeant Full Member Minuteman Feb 12, 2011 419 8 55 Peoples Republic of Kalifornia Apr 14, 2013 #3 Apr 14, 2013 #3 Thanks, I appreciate your help!
dirtking Sergeant Full Member Minuteman Supporter Sep 24, 2010 525 48 38 Nebraska Apr 14, 2013 #4 Apr 14, 2013 #4 No problem and good luck on the build! Post pics up when you get it done.
VKC Gunny Sergeant Full Member Minuteman Mar 29, 2010 2,325 6 Battle Born, U.S.A. Apr 17, 2013 #5 Apr 17, 2013 #5 You'll be fine with that twist for 139-142gr bullets as long as it isn't a super short barrel.
