Thread: Lower than expected velocities

Originally Posted by No.3

Not so much the wrong chambering as the same factors would likely influence whatever else is chosen. It comes back to the trajectory, every extra inch of drop at 100 shortens your usable effective range by a noticeable chunk. The only way to alleviate that is reduce the drop, which means running warmer loads...

Well, that's my point. The chambering he selected can't do what he wants. Should have purchased one that can realistically achieve more speed. Which probably means a lighter pill too.

People buy rifles based on what the max is, instead of what it can easily/realistically achieve.

Or, simply adjust your expectations.