Sharps .25-45 Factory Rifle Overview

Published on December 9, 2016
Duration: 23:38

This comprehensive overview of the Sharps .25-45 Factory Rifle, presented by experienced firearms reviewers, details its specifications, cartridge ballistics, and field performance. The rifle is highlighted as an effective hunting platform, offering increased energy over common AR-15 calibers. Practical range testing demonstrates its accuracy and the utility of custom ballistics turrets for hunting applications out to moderate distances.

Quick Summary

The Sharps .25-45 Factory Rifle is presented as an effective AR-15 platform for hunting, chambered in the .25-45 Sharps cartridge. This caliber offers a 35% energy increase over .300 Blackout and 28% over 5.56 NATO, making it suitable for deer and hogs. Accuracy is typically 1.5-2.5 MOA, and custom turrets on the Leupold optic aid in extended range accuracy, though ethical hunting ranges are recommended between 200-300 yards.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Hunting Experience
  2. 00:22.25-45 Sharps Cartridge Explained
  3. 01:01Rifle Specifications & Features
  4. 02:37Range Testing: 200-400 Yards
  5. 03:32Long Range Testing: 600 Yards
  6. 05:16Hunting Performance & Ballistics
  7. 06:58Accuracy & FMJ Testing
  8. 11:37Final Assessment

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the .25-45 Sharps cartridge suitable for deer hunting?

The .25-45 Sharps is essentially a .223 Remington necked up to .25 caliber. This modification makes it legal for deer hunting in many states that prohibit the use of .223 Remington ammunition for game animals, offering a more potent option.

What are the typical accuracy expectations for the Sharps .25-45 Factory Rifle?

The rifle is designed as a capable field hunting platform. Accuracy with FMJ ammunition typically falls within the 1.5 to 2.5 MOA range, which is considered good for hunting applications at moderate distances, but not for precision match shooting.

How does the .25-45 Sharps cartridge compare in energy to other AR-15 calibers?

The .25-45 Sharps cartridge provides a significant energy advantage, delivering approximately 35% more energy than .300 Blackout and 28% more energy than 5.56 NATO, enhancing its effectiveness on medium game.

What are the recommended effective hunting ranges for the .25-45 Sharps?

While the rifle and cartridge can hit steel targets at longer distances like 600 yards, the speakers recommend limiting shots on game animals to between 200 and 300 yards for ethical and effective kills with this setup.

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