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Posted: 7/9/2006 9:43:10 PM EDT
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I have decided to go with a RRA AR-15 for my new tool. I was wondering what kind of accuracy and range I can expect from a .223 with a 16" barrel? Also anybody have any negatives about the RRA line? From what I've read on this and other boards it seems pretty sound and I want to sling lead not work on this thing all the time. Thanks for any info. |
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Be sure to check out the mid-lengths, if you want a 16" barrel. They have a longer gas system, sight radius, and handguards. They last longer, run smoother, and are supposed to be the best new thing since sliced bread. www.ar15.com/forums/topic.html?b=3&f=118&t=251611 As far as accuracy and range, that depends on your ammo, your desired range, and your shooting ability more than the barrel. Here's a chart fron Bushmaster to help with ideas of muzzle velocity and energy from different barrels:  As I'm sure you know, velocity is the prime factor in attaining long ballistic ranges. Based on what people post here (I've been lurking for a while), they all (14.5-20") get about the same accuracy from stock quality uppers - about .5-1 MOA with decent ammo that matches the twist rate. |
I prefer Craftsman and Proto for my tools but RRA makes a nice weapon  A 16" barrel combined with the right ammo and right shooter can get a good 500 meters easily... I think any good AR can pull 1 MOA without a problem too. This is all dependant on the shooter, sighting system, and ammo too. As for a mid-length they have their pluses but a carbine length will work just as well.
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Thanks for the info guys. I went today and put my deposit down on a RRA Elite A4 with mid-length quadrail. Will post pics with the whole family as soon as I pcik it up. Oh and ALPHAGHOST by range I was talking about the yardage I could expect before it really drops or the ARs effective range with this set up. Thanks |
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