Enfield No.4 (T) Faux WW2 Sniper accuracy review - Greek HXP/ British Radway Green RG 8Z

Published on December 7, 2017
Duration: 6:46

This review provides an expert-level analysis of a 'faux' Enfield No.4 (T) sniper rifle's accuracy. The speaker, demonstrating high authority, details the rifle's build and tests various ammunition types. The findings indicate that while surplus .303 British ammunition like Greek HXP and Radway Green 8Z offers acceptable practice performance (3.7-5.8 MOA), handloads are crucial for achieving modern precision standards (around 1.6 MOA).

Quick Summary

Expert analysis of a 'faux' Enfield No.4 (T) sniper rifle reveals that while surplus .303 British ammunition like Greek HXP and Radway Green 8Z offers 3.7-5.8 MOA accuracy, handloads with Sierra MatchKing bullets can achieve approximately 1.6 MOA, unlocking the rifle's true precision potential. Original No.4 (T) rifles are valued around $3,500.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Bolt Cycling
  2. 00:43History and Build Details
  3. 01:52Ammunition Overview
  4. 02:54Accuracy Testing
  5. 04:11Results and Analysis
  6. 05:42Long Range and Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the typical accuracy of surplus .303 British ammunition in an Enfield No.4 (T) rifle?

Surplus .303 British ammunition, such as Greek HXP and British Radway Green 8Z, typically yields accuracy in the range of 3.7 to 5.8 MOA at 100 yards. This is generally considered adequate for practice but not for precision shooting.

How can the accuracy of an Enfield No.4 (T) rifle be improved?

The accuracy of an Enfield No.4 (T) rifle can be significantly improved by using handloaded ammunition. Utilizing quality components like Sierra MatchKing bullets and appropriate powders can achieve accuracy around 1.6 MOA, meeting modern precision standards.

What is the historical accuracy standard for original Enfield No.4 (T) sniper rifles?

The historical accuracy standard for original British No.4 (T) sniper rifles during WWII was 3 MOA. This standard was considered sufficient for military sniper roles at the time.

What is the market value of an original Enfield No.4 (T) sniper rifle?

Original, genuine Enfield No.4 (T) sniper rifles from World War II are highly collectible and command a significant market value, estimated by the speaker to be around $3,500.

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