Can A Gas Gun Out Shoot Bolt Actons Rifles????

Published on June 14, 2025
Duration: 26:28

This video compares the performance of gas-operated rifles against bolt-action rifles in a precision shooting competition at Mosley Fields. It details accuracy testing at 100 yards and various stages at longer distances, highlighting how gas guns can excel in speed and follow-up shots despite bolt actions sometimes producing tighter groups. The competition emphasizes practical shooting skills over pure equipment cost.

Quick Summary

Gas-operated rifles can outperform bolt-action rifles in precision shooting competitions, especially in timed stages requiring fast follow-up shots. While bolt actions might achieve tighter groups at 100 yards, the speed and efficiency of gas guns often lead to better overall scores, proving that shooter skill and practical advantages can outweigh equipment cost.

Chapters

  1. 01:03Introduction to DMR Precision Rifle Competition
  2. 01:13Confirming Zero and Chronograph Setup
  3. 01:26Velocity Data for .308 Barrel
  4. 01:49Accuracy of $2000 Rifle
  5. 02:04Comparing $10k Rifle to $2k Rifle
  6. 02:40At the 100 Yard Mark
  7. 03:11HMR Wilderness Rifle Setup
  8. 03:49Knights SR25 Rifle Setup
  9. 04:52Aero Precision M5 Rifle Setup
  10. 06:07Remington 700 AAC Rifle Setup
  11. 07:08100 Yard Accuracy Grouping Results
  12. 07:47Aero M5 Group Analysis
  13. 08:01Knights SR25 Group Analysis
  14. 08:39Remington 700 AAC Group Analysis
  15. 09:18HMR Wilderness Group Analysis
  16. 09:49Long Range Competition Begins
  17. 10:38Stage 1: Gas Gun Advantage Stage
  18. 13:20Stage 2: Bolt Gun Advantage Stage (Ladder)
  19. 15:35Stage 3: Gas Gun Advantage Stage (Truck)
  20. 17:30Stage 4: Gas Gun Advantage Stage (Rooftop)
  21. 19:27Stage 5: Bolt Gun Advantage Stage (Cattle Gate)
  22. 21:40Stage 6: Final Bolt Gun Advantage Stage (Tripod)
  23. 23:08Competition Conclusion and Results
  24. 24:44Gas Gun Advantage Confirmed

Frequently Asked Questions

Can gas-operated rifles outperform bolt-action rifles in precision shooting?

Yes, gas-operated rifles can outperform bolt-action rifles in certain precision shooting scenarios, particularly in timed stages requiring fast follow-up shots. While bolt actions may sometimes achieve tighter groups at 100 yards, the speed and efficiency of gas guns often lead to better overall scores in competitions.

What factors contribute to a gas gun's advantage in competition?

Gas guns offer an advantage in competition due to their ability to fire faster follow-up shots without manual bolt manipulation. This speed is crucial in stages with multiple targets or tight par times, allowing shooters to engage targets more rapidly and efficiently, often leading to better overall performance.

Does the price of a rifle determine its performance in competition?

Price is not always the deciding factor in rifle performance. This competition demonstrated that a more affordable gas-operated rifle setup ($2,000) could outperform a significantly more expensive setup ($10,000) due to the shooter's skill and the practical advantages of the gas gun platform in timed stages.

What is the typical velocity for a .308 rifle with a 20-inch barrel?

A 20-inch .308 barrel shooting 175-grain Federal Premium Gold Medal Match ammunition typically achieves an average velocity around 2539 feet per second, with variations usually falling between 2519 and 2552 fps.

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