The new 300 PRC is getting rave reviews with the long range shooting crowd, but is it really a good choice for hunters? If they’re not plugged into the long range shooting community, most hunters and shooters probably haven’t heard about the new 300 Precision Rifle Cartridge (300 PRC) Hornady officially released in 2018.

2024年2月19日 · PRC calibers, or Precision Rifle Cartridge calibers, are a series of high-performance rifle cartridges designed for long-range shooting and precision hunting. These calibers are known for their accuracy, range, and ballistic performance.

2022年10月26日 · The Hornady 7 PRC is a new long-range hunting and competition cartridge that slides neatly into the gap that exists between the 6.5 PRC and 300 PRC. The best way to think about this round is as an updated version of the venerable 7mm Rem. Mag.

2022年11月21日 · If you’re a football fan, think of the 6.5 PRC like a wide receiver–thin, light and fast. Think of the 7mm PRC like a runningback–powerful, efficient, and capable of doing many jobs on the field. Think of the 300 PRC like a linebacker–brute force but quick on his feet and hits like a freight train.

2023年2月15日 · For long-range target shooting and big game hunting, these are our top picks for factory 300 PRC ammo available today.

2024年5月10日 · In my in-depth 300 PRC Ultimate Guide, I’ll discuss the origins and ballistic capabilities of this cartridge so that you can decide whether it’s worth the investment. Any time an ammunition manufacturer introduces a new cartridge, the first barrier it has to overcome is in answering the question, “Why?”

2024年1月5日 · In short, the 6.5 PRC has a 1:8 twist rate to ensure maximum stabilization for longer bullets, and the 30-degree shoulder promises remarkable head spacing and excellent feeding in a short-action magazine. The cartridge shoots like a magnum caliber with significantly less recoil, and the longer bullet ensures long-range accuracy.

2023年9月7日 · An in-depth look at the 6.5 PRC, including its history, how it compares to other rounds, the best 6.5 PRC rifles and ammo, and reloading data.

300 PRC ammo comes in bullet weights of 190 to 225 grains. The most popular and commercially available 300 PRC bullet weights are 195, 205 and 225 grains. This is a formidable long-range big game cartridge suitable for any north American game, and popular on safari.

In this article, I’m going to provide recommendations for the best 300 PRC ammo for hunting elk, deer, pronghorn, black bear, and all sorts of other big game. I’ll also go over the strengths and weaknesses of each individual load and so you can select the right ammunition for your specific needs. Note: some of the links below are affiliate links.