Thread: 270 in a 20in barrel or 308 in 18in barrel

Have killed my fair share of stuff with both. Faster more decisive kills with .270. My opinion not based on shit I read on the internet.

Only case for .308, is shorter action and barrel to save weight and factory ammo not as weak as .270 factory ammo. ( SST Superformance ammo excepted )

Originally Posted by 257weatherby

Have killed my fair share of stuff with both. Faster more decisive kills with .270. My opinion not based on shit I read on the internet.

Only case for .308, is shorter action and barrel to save weight and factory ammo not as weak as .270 factory ammo. ( SST Superformance ammo excepted )

Interesting point, one of the most popular rifles the Tikka comes in one basic action length with different magazine and bolt stop lengths. It's good for discussion but barrel profile and stock design are one of the biggest factors in rifle weight. A lightweight floppy stock is cheap, or a stiffer heavier stock is cheap then you step right up in price bracket to a lightweight stiff custom bedded carbon...

In terms of barrel length, my own preference is a longer barrel than what some run unless I am using a can as in heavy bush cover where it is quite dark the muzzle flash is still blinding. The can does tame that right down though, and its something else in favour of the .308.