Shooting the World's First 7mm PRC Rifle

Published on August 8, 2022
Duration: 20:47

This video provides an in-depth review of the world's first public 7mm PRC rifle build. It details the custom rifle's specifications, including the Defiance action, Preferred Barrel Blanks barrel, MDT chassis, and Leupold optic. The review includes crucial velocity testing with various powders and bullet weights, offering valuable insights into safe pressure limits and expected factory load performance. A direct comparison with the 7mm Rem Mag highlights the 7mm PRC's velocity advantage.

Quick Summary

The 7mm PRC rifle features a Defiance Anti action, a 24-inch Preferred Barrel Blanks barrel with a 1:8 twist, an MDT Oryx chassis, TriggerTech Special trigger, and Leupold Mark 5HD scope. It offers a ~100 fps velocity advantage over the 7mm Rem Mag and excels in long-range ballistics.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: World's First 7mm PRC Rifle
  2. 00:35First Shots & Powder Testing
  3. 01:48Velocity Testing & Load Data
  4. 04:52Sponsor: Akek Alpha 3200 Backpack
  5. 06:26Case Capacity & Efficiency
  6. 07:037mm PRC vs. 7mm Rem Mag Comparison
  7. 11:07Custom Rifle Build Specs
  8. 13:33Final Verdict & Ballistic Comparison

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key components of the custom 7mm PRC rifle featured in the video?

The custom 7mm PRC rifle is built on a Defiance Anti action, features a 24-inch spiral-fluted barrel from Preferred Barrel Blanks, utilizes an MDT Oryx chassis, and is equipped with a TriggerTech Special trigger and a Leupold Mark 5HD 3.5-18x44 scope.

How does the 7mm PRC compare in velocity to the 7mm Rem Mag?

In a direct comparison using identical charges, primers, and bullets, the 7mm PRC averaged 2,806 fps, while the 7mm Rem Mag averaged 2,705 fps, indicating the 7mm PRC has a velocity advantage of over 100 fps.

What is the expected performance of the 7mm PRC cartridge?

The 7mm PRC is a highly efficient cartridge that excels in energy at 200 yards. It offers a flatter trajectory and less wind drift than many competitors due to its high ballistic coefficient bullets and a fast 1:8 twist barrel.

What are the safe reloading limits for the 7mm PRC with heavy bullets?

During testing, over-pressure was reached at 3,113 fps with a 175gr ELD-X bullet using 66 grains of powder. A comfortable factory load is estimated to be around 3,000 fps.

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