Ruger American Ranch Rifle in 350 Legend (What Bullet Drop?) - TheFirearmGuy

Published on August 30, 2019
Duration: 6:45

This guide details how to empirically test bullet drop for the Ruger American Ranch Rifle in 350 Legend, as demonstrated by TheFirearmGuy. It covers zeroing at 100 yards and testing accuracy at 200 and 240 yards with different ammunition types. The findings suggest significantly less bullet drop than commonly rumored, validating the 350 Legend as a capable hunting round out to 240 yards with minimal hold-over.

Quick Summary

Empirical testing of the Ruger American Ranch Rifle in 350 Legend reveals minimal bullet drop out to 240 yards. With a 100-yard zero, center-hole hits at 200 yards are achievable with a standard hold, and consistent accuracy is maintained at 240 yards without significant hold-over, validating its effectiveness as a hunting round.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Ammunition
  2. 00:45Rifle Specifications
  3. 01:34Addressing Bullet Drop Myths
  4. 02:14200-Yard Range Testing
  5. 03:24240-Yard Range Testing
  6. 05:23Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

How much bullet drop can be expected from a Ruger American Ranch Rifle in 350 Legend?

Empirical testing shows significantly less bullet drop than rumored. With a 100-yard zero, the 350 Legend can achieve center-hole hits at 200 yards with a standard hold, and consistent hits at 240 yards without drastic hold-over.

What are the key features of the Ruger American Ranch Rifle in 350 Legend?

The rifle features a bolt action, a 5-round magazine, a 4.5 lb Ruger Marksman Adjustable trigger, a Flat Dark Earth synthetic stock, a Picatinny rail, and a 16.4-inch threaded barrel.

Is the 350 Legend effective for hunting at longer distances?

Yes, the 350 Legend demonstrates impressive performance with low recoil. Testing indicates it is capable of accurate hunting shots out to at least 240 yards with minimal bullet drop, making it a viable hunting round.

What ammunition was used in the Ruger American Ranch Rifle 350 Legend test?

The test utilized Winchester 350 Legend ammunition, specifically 145-grain target loads and 150-grain soft point hunting loads, both of which performed consistently at extended ranges.

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