They say this is because it takes less charge to motivate the small bullit. I've probably put over 10k rounds of .204 Ruger down the tubes of the three that I have owned with … K0na_stinky. The Diminutive .204 Ruger By Ron Spomer To sell rifles and ammunition in the U.S. you’re advised to go light and fast. Thread Status: Not open for further replies. Berger (and maybe others as well?) 223 vs 223 Ackley vs 22-204 vs 22-250 . Top #2632238 - 02/07/14 11:38 PM Re: 204 ruger vs 22-250 [Re: NDtrapper97] Acronin Die Hard Member Registered: 03/01/13 Posts: 795 Loc: NE Although I love the .204 and it's … Joined: Dec 16, 2009 Messages: 27 Location: Alabama. I have shot and loaded for a Remington 40XB, 40X, and 700 Varmint in 22-250 extensively. Author Topic: .204 Ruger vs. .22-250 (Read 9544 times) FMJ. Each has it's own purpose by design so have both in the Gun Safe. Go. Post by walkingtall » Sat Mar 14, 2009 3:00 pm Hi Guys, I'm new to this forum and would like some user feedback. I'm looking to buy a new coyote gun and I get mixed answers on the 22-250 vs the 204 . Which is the fun part of it!! I have a .204 Ruger it has a 1-11 twist barrel, 22 inch long having the same contour as the factory Hawkeye barrel. I don't own a 22-250 or 223 at this time. 204 Ruger VS 22-250. How the .204 Ruger Is Right On Target For Predator Hunting: Dead-flat shooter with a measly 28.1-inch drop at 500 yards. This provides about 5 percent more powder space than is found in the .223 case. The data was found as follows: First i … Dtech .204 Christensen CA 15 .223 Wylde Christensen CA 15 G2 .223 Wylde Ol' Faithful: HS Precision .204 Ruger Ol’ Faithful 2: Proof Research Summit 22-250 New Build: Gunwerks 22-250 w/16.5” tube Suppressed . The .204, while accurate, also lacks the ability to throw heavy bullets. Thread starter Tipmoose; Start date Jul 1, 2017; 1; 2; Next . Jul 1, 2017 #1 Tipmoose Administrator. Hey every one I'm new to shooting and I'm looking for an accurate gun for target shooting and starting to try to shoot further. Jan 29, 2013 #1 S. stvnbrg Active Member. Page 1 of 2 1 2 Next > browning308 Member. For a varmit/target rifle. makes a 55 grain .20 caliber bullet that has a BC around .381. .204 ruger vs. .223rem vs. .22-250rem. Im leaning toward the 204 because ive read it has less recoil and seemly you get to see your shot placement, and its suppose to be alot more accurate than the 223 and quiter than the 223 … I'm also willing to reload. I was wondering which one is better for long range shooting? 204 Ruger vs 22-250? Velocities are about 3650 fps +-. ), then a 55gr bullet from a Swift of 22-250 … .204 Ruger vs. .22-250 « previous next » Print; Pages: [1] Go Down. VMax .204 bullet with maximum loads of IMR 8208 powder, Win brass and CCI 450 primers. I would choose the 22-250 over the .204 and just factor in barrel life. But people are saying if you hit bone its gonna stop. Lets say I'm in the market for a varmint gun to shoot everything from groundhogs up to an occasional full grown red woof at ranges up to 300 yards. Jump to Latest Follow Status Not open for further replies. I want to learn about bullet drop and wind drift. Thread Status: Not open for further replies. 204 vs 22-250. Thread Status: Not open for further replies. Even though they both have the same overall length and rim diameter, the .204 Ruger has a slightly greater case capacity than the .223 Remington due to the slightly longer case le There is no one answer, but rather what will work for the intended use. The 22-250 will shoot flatter than the .223 in any fair comparison so the question becomes, "What advantage would a .204 Ruger have over a 22-250 in performance?" Barrel Life? Discussion in 'Rifle Country' started by archerben, Jan 17, 2007. 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