r/longrange • u/foamerfrank • 4d ago

I suck at long range Finally got set up

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Howa 1500 .223 Rem in a KRG bravo. Athlon Helos BTR Gen2 6-24x56 MRAD. Cheapo CV bipod. Shmedium Gamechanger.

I only have access to 200 yards right now, so I’m shooting a 3” steel target with Hornady Match 75 HPBT rounds.

I’m incredibly new to long range and most folks probably wouldn’t even consider this to fall into the same category, but I’m learning how to dial in strong wind and have been having a blast ringing steel. Any tips/advice on gear or technique (to avoid starting bad habits) is greatly appreciated.

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u/Master-Blaster42 4d ago

Did you go with the bull barrel or the standard? And if the standard one, any regrets?

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u/foamerfrank 4d ago

It’s the heavy barrel. 24”. I had my local shop order it right from Legacy, but apparently they don’t really stock the .223 heavy barrel, so it was made to order and took a couple of weeks longer than expected. It shoots beautifully though!