.243 versus 30BR recoil comparison

[Robby]

Was wondering if anyone could give me an idea of the approximate increase in recoil I would receive from firing a 30BR versus a .243 if both rifles weighed the same.

The .243 would be shooting a 70gr. BTHP, while the 30BR would have a 117gr bullet.

Just trying to get an idea as a already have a heavy barreled .243 and am considering having a 30BR built for benchrest score shooting.

Thanks for any opinions.

 

[GSPV]

Your 30BR for score would weigh 13.5 lbs. The weight of the gun makes a huge difference in the felt recoil.

My advice to you is to attend a local VFS match and ask to shoot someone's 30. Folks are proud of their rifles and eager to get someone started in the game.

 

[Nodak7mm]

Gunamonth gave ya some good advice, I use em all the time for such comparsions....

Nodak

 

[Eddie Harren]

If your IBS score rifle is for VH or LV class, it will not weigh 13.5#. LV is 10.5 and VH is 10. My wife shoots VH and recoil has never been a problem for her.