Suggestions for a truck gun?

[Bowtech]

Haz, I don't think there would be many 200 yard shots here in east KY  . BUt I would like to be able to hit a target out that far.  I think the .30-30 would be a good choice. I did think that 200 yards would be pushing it for the ole .30-30 but I thought it would be its maximum distance. And Tim I did sign up for the Fn but I don't think I would keep that gun in my truck

[Timothy]

And Tim I did sign up for the Fn but I don't think I would keep that gun in my truck

It's usually a new member that wins Bow....good luck.  Ya notice we here on the forum are enablers of our sport.  One rule that goes without saying is post porn when you buy!  (porn = pictures)

 

[Hazcat]

Cartridge Information
Index Number   Cartridge Type   Weight (grs.)   Bullet Style   Primer No.   Ballistic Coefficient
R44MG3   Remington® Express®   240   Semi-Jacketed Hollow Point   2 1/2   0.166
R30301   Remington® Express®   150   Soft Point Core-Lokt®   9 1/2   0.193

Velocity (ft/sec)
Cartridge Type   Bullet                Muzzle   100   200   300   400   500
Remington® Express®   240 SJ HP   1760   1380   1114   970   878   806
Remington® Express®   150 SP CL   2390   1973   1605   1303   1095   974

Energy (ft-lbs)
Cartridge Type   Bullet                  Muzzle   100   200   300   400   500
Remington® Express®   240 SJ HP   1650   1015   661   501   411   346
Remington® Express®   150 SP CL   1902   1296   858   565   399   316

Short-Range Trajectory
Cartridge Type   Bullet                     50     100   150     200   250   300
Remington® Express®   240 SJ HP   zero   -2.1   -8.7   -21.2   -40.6   -67.7
Remington® Express®   150 SP CL   0.2   zero   -2.4   -7.6   -16.1   -28.8

Long-Range Trajectory
Cartridge Type   Bullet                     100    150   200      250   300   400   500
Remington® Express®   240 SJ HP   zero   -5.6   -17.0   -35.4   -61.4   -143.0   -269.9
Remington® Express®   150 SP CL   1.6   zero   -4.3   -12.1   -24.0   -64.2   -133.2

Note:     These ballistics reflected a test barrel length of 24" except those for 30 Carbine and 44 Remington Magnum which are 20" barrels.
     Specifications are nominal. Ballistics figures established in test barrels. Individual rifles may vary from test barrel results.
     “zero” indicates yardage at which rifle was sighted in.
* Inches above or below line of sight. Hold low for positive numbers, high for negative numbers.


Comparison of the 44mag and 30-30

[Bowtech]

Do you know what the difference in the trajectory, muzzel velocity, muzzel energy of the .30-30 would be in a 20" barrel instead of the 24"?

[Hazcat]

Do you know what the difference in the trajectory, muzzel velocity, muzzel energy of the .30-30 would be in a 20" barrel instead of the 24"?

It shouldn't make a big difference.

Here's where I got the info

http://www.remington.com/products/ammunition/ballistics/

[Sponsor]

[bulletbill]

Here's my take, I'd go Savage (I'm a known Savage fan boy) in short action.  Pick up a 20" barrel for it, for a truck gun. Since you stated you want it for defense too I'd suggest .308 and simply for the simple fact that it's available factory loaded almost everywhere.  If you would have left out the defense part would have leaned toward another caliber but for defense you really can't expect to spend time loading for your exotic caliber.  Running down to the local sports/tackle,gunshop is quicker and easier.  But given the fact that it would be Savage you can rebarrel pretty much at will by yourself in well under 20 minutes if you're so inclined.  In theory you could have several barrels at home or where ever, available for your shooting desires, 22-250,308,30BR, etc etc..

[sanjuancb]

Hey bud,

I hunt with a Remington 760 in .30-06 (the precursor to the 7600). I find it a wonderful weapon. Not only is it accurate (I've killed two whitetails with it at around 300 yards) but it is very fast. In addition, if you get a carbine model, they are very, very handy. I would suggest one of those with zero hesitation. Also, if you are looking for a more tactical weapon, you can get the 7615, which is essentially the same rifle but in .223 and accepts AR-15 mags...

Enjoy the search!

[Bowtech]

Bullitbill, what kind of savage are you talking about, it sounds pretty intersting. And sanjuancb, I have thought about the 7615 for more of a defensive weapon but I kind of would like to use my truck gun for hunting deer. I do like that it uses ar-15 mags, plenty of capacity.

[Hazcat]

Savage model 99 (lever)

http://www.gunsamerica.com/988125844/Guns/Rifles/Savage-Rifles/Model-95-99-Family/Savage_99E_308Win.htm

or

http://www.gunsamerica.com/903524491/Guns/Rifles/Savage-Rifles/Model-95-99-Family/SAVAGE_M_99_308_WIN.htm

Rem 760 (308)

http://www.gunsamerica.com/917499073/Guns/Rifles/Remington-Rifles-Modern/Model-700/Sporting/Remington_Model_6_308_caliber.htm

There are a lot of the 7600 chambered in 30-06 for $450 - $525.

[Bowtech]

Thanks to everyone for the great discussion it really helped me out. Maybe I will make my mind up some time soon.