Precision Rifle Ammo Test - 3 Best Choices

Published on June 22, 2018
Duration: 7:57

This video tests three types of match-grade .308 ammunition through a Daniel Defense DD5 V2 rifle. It measures muzzle velocity, standard deviation, extreme spread, and 100-yard group sizes. The instructor identifies shooter error as a factor in initial results and discusses the importance of proper shooting technique for achieving sub-MOA accuracy with gas-operated precision rifles.

Quick Summary

This video tests three .308 match-grade rifle ammunitions: Federal Premium 168 Grain Sierra MatchKing, Hornady Superformance Match 168 Grain, and Fiocchi Exacta Match 168 Grain Sierra MatchKing, using a Daniel Defense DD5 V2. Muzzle velocity, standard deviation, extreme spread, and 100-yard group sizes were measured, with the instructor emphasizing the impact of shooter technique on accuracy.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Precision Rifle Ammo Test
  2. 00:26Testing Federal Premium 168 Grain Sierra MatchKing
  3. 01:34Federal Premium Initial Ballistics Data
  4. 02:15Reshooting Federal Premium
  5. 02:34Testing Hornady Superformance Match 168 Grain
  6. 03:51Hornady Superformance Ballistics Data
  7. 04:07Testing Fiocchi Exacta Match 168 Grain
  8. 05:15Fiocchi Exacta Ballistics Data
  9. 05:35Analysis of Federal Gold Medal Match Results
  10. 06:26Identifying Shooter Error and Technique Correction
  11. 06:46Final Group Measurements and Rifle Quality
  12. 07:18Conclusion and Sponsor Thanks

Frequently Asked Questions

What .308 match-grade ammunition was tested in the Daniel Defense DD5 V2?

The video tested three types of .308 match-grade ammunition: Federal Premium 168 Grain Sierra MatchKing, Hornady Superformance Match 168 Grain, and Fiocchi Exacta Match 168 Grain Sierra MatchKing. The rifle used was a Daniel Defense DD5 V2.

What metrics were measured during the precision rifle ammunition test?

During the test, muzzle velocity was measured using a chronograph. Additionally, standard deviation and extreme spread of the velocities were recorded. Finally, 100-yard group sizes were measured to assess the accuracy of each ammunition type.

How did shooter error affect the initial results of the ammunition test?

The instructor initially attributed large group sizes to shooter error, specifically mentioning a pulled shot and a lack of proper upper body support on the shooting bench. Correcting these technique issues led to significantly tighter groups on subsequent shots.

What is considered good accuracy for a gas-operated rifle with factory ammunition?

For a gas-operated rifle using factory ammunition at 100 yards, a 2-inch group is considered acceptable. However, the Daniel Defense DD5 V2 is a high-quality system expected to achieve sub-MOA (Minute of Angle) accuracy, meaning groups under 1 inch.

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