Question re optimum 10m Air Rifle velocity

RFC · Post by **RFC** » Sun Mar 25, 2007 4:58 pm

I have just begun to introduce myself to 10m air rifle shooting. As part of this effort, I picked up an AA MPR with the SS butt hook and shroud, and added about 1 1/2 lbs of weight. The MPR allows for a good deal of velocity adjustment (590 to 800 plus fps with RWS Meisterkugens).

From a ballistics and accuracy standpoint, what is the optimum velocity range for match pellets?

Thank you

RFC

Jim E · Post by **Jim E** » Sun Mar 25, 2007 5:29 pm

The premier manufactures all advertise their top-of-the-line air rifle products at 570 to 575 fps. This is no accident as this velocity is ideal for maintaining wadcutter stability ... and thus accuracy.

Bottom line --- sometimes faster is NOT better.

TWP · Post by **TWP** » Tue Mar 27, 2007 4:11 pm

And you'll get a lot more shots out of a cylinder at the lower velocity.