Sporterizing the Mosin Nagant Part 13- Range time

Published on May 2, 2011
Duration: 6:10

This video details the range testing of a sporterized Mosin Nagant. The rifle demonstrated impressive accuracy with various ammunition types, including sub-MOA groups with 180-grain Winchester and exceptional performance with 203-grain Barnaul. Chronograph data provided valuable velocity insights for the shortened barrel.

Quick Summary

The sporterized Mosin Nagant achieved impressive accuracy, shooting approximately 1.5-inch groups with 147-grain surplus ammo, sub-MOA with 180-grain Winchester, and an exceptional half-inch group with 203-grain Barnaul.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Initial Testing
  2. 00:44Winchester White Box Test
  3. 01:34Barnaul Heavy Grain Test
  4. 02:25Chronograph Data Analysis
  5. 03:13Target Group Analysis
  6. 04:20Long Range & Steel Targets

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of accuracy did the sporterized Mosin Nagant achieve?

The sporterized Mosin Nagant achieved impressive accuracy. It shot approximately 1.5-inch groups with 147-grain surplus ammo, sub-MOA with 180-grain Winchester, and an exceptional half-inch group with 203-grain Barnaul.

How did different ammunition types perform in the sporterized Mosin Nagant?

Different loads showed varied performance. 147gr surplus yielded ~1.25" groups, 180gr Winchester achieved sub-MOA, and the heavier 203gr Barnaul stabilized exceptionally well for a very tight half-inch group.

What were the velocity results from the chronograph?

Chronograph data indicated velocities around 2660-2670 FPS for some loads and 2360-2380 FPS for others, providing key performance metrics for the shortened barrel.

Did the sporterized Mosin Nagant perform well at longer distances?

Yes, the rifle demonstrated consistent accuracy and reliability at extended distances, successfully engaging steel targets and other objects at 250 yards.

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