Fun with 204 Ruger & 22 Nosler 100+ Reactive Targets

Published on March 15, 2026
Duration: 14:33

This video demonstrates a fun range day focusing on reactive target engagement with .204 Ruger and .22 Nosler calibers. Expertly handled by the speaker, the session covers shooting various targets from 25 to 100 yards, highlighting the performance of different ammunition types and rifles. The guide provides a structured approach to replicating this type of training, emphasizing safe firearm handling and understanding ballistics.

Quick Summary

Buckeye Ballistics compares the .204 Ruger and .22 Nosler calibers on reactive targets from 25 to 100 yards. The .204 Ruger achieved 4009 fps with 26gr Varmint Grenade, while the .22 Nosler hit 3345 fps with 55gr Varmageddon. The video highlights aiming adjustments for scope height over bore at closer ranges.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Video Introduction & Calibers
  2. 00:34Range & Equipment Credits
  3. 00:45.204 Ruger Rifle Details
  4. 01:06.22 Nosler Rifle Details
  5. 01:14Ammunition Specifics
  6. 01:55Zeroing & Target Distances
  7. 02:5025-Yard Shooting (.204 Ruger)
  8. 03:4025-Yard Shooting (.22 Nosler)
  9. 04:2350-Yard Shooting (.204 Ruger)
  10. 06:2050-Yard Shooting (.22 Nosler)
  11. 06:5775-Yard Target Overview & Shooting
  12. 09:3175-Yard Shooting (.22 Nosler)
  13. 10:16100-Yard Target Overview & Shooting
  14. 12:24100-Yard Shooting (.22 Nosler)
  15. 13:42Wrap-up & Credits

Frequently Asked Questions

What calibers are featured in the Buckeye Ballistics video on reactive targets?

The video showcases the .204 Ruger and the .22 Nosler calibers. Both are used to engage various reactive targets placed at distances ranging from 25 to 100 yards on an outdoor range.

What specific rifles and ammunition were used for the .204 Ruger and .22 Nosler?

For the .204 Ruger, a Remington R-15 and a TC Dimension with 22-inch barrels were used with 26-grain Varmint Grenade ammunition. The .22 Nosler utilized an AR-style rifle (20-22 inch barrel) with 55-grain Varmageddon ammunition.

How does scope height over bore affect shooting at closer ranges in this video?

The video explains that with rifles zeroed for 200 yards, scope height over bore necessitates holdovers for closer targets (25-75 yards) to ensure shots land accurately on small reactive targets like bottles.

What were the observed velocities for the .204 Ruger and .22 Nosler ammunition?

The .204 Ruger, with a 26-grain Varmint Grenade bullet, achieved approximately 4009 fps. The .22 Nosler, using a 55-grain Varmageddon bullet, reached about 3345 fps.

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