Remington 770 300 yards?

Question

What kind of groups could I expect out of a cheap Remington 770 in 308 at 300 Yards, or farther, if I put a better scope on it? Or would it even be worth putting a decent scope on it?
I'm open to any suggestions for bolt-action rifles in 308 along that price range. I'm looking for accuracy on a very low budget.

P.S. using good hand loads.

Answer 1

I just went to look at a 770 the other day. I would not suggest buying this rifle. The action is terrible (you have to almost wiggle the bolt back and forth to get it to close). For a decent rifle, I would suggest looking at a Remington 700 (which is a bit more expensive, unfortunately, but worth it). As far as groups at 300 yards, I'm not sure. The 700 usually goes for about .75MOA at 100 yards (give or take, depending on the shooter).

Ruger also makes a pretty capable rifle, if you are going more for budget, but I am unfamiliar with their line.

Good luck with your search.

Answer 2

As a Dealer I can tell you that you are going to get EXACTLY what you pay for. In this case the Remington 770 is a low budget "Beginners" rifle made for someone who wants to hunt economically. They were not designed for extended range accuracy. You honestly are expecting too much from this rifle, regardless of what scope you mount on it.(I have personally shot one of these myself and came to this conclusion as a direct result)

If you can't afford the Remington 700 series upgrade I would suggest that you look at the Savage series of Bolt action Rifles instead. They are less expensive, and come with many features that are standard that the Remington 770 doesn't have. If you are going to be shooting at ranges of 300 yards, this would be a practical and economical choice for you

Answer 3

As an are dent shooter, retired law enforcement weapons expert the 770 is a piece of junk- period. For the same $$ you can get a Savage 110 that will drive nails. I own over 30 rifles- all makes, love my old Remington 700. If I was Remington, I would be ashamed to put my name on this "thing"& call it a rifle.

Answer 4

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I have examined and fired one of those 770 rifles..... It decently accurate for deer but no tack driver..... 500 Yards?... If you have good shots at 500 yards then god bless you.... Most people don't.... Although I haven't experienced it - others have had failures to where these rifles needed service.... If your having good luck with yours then I say great.... But realize a 770 is what it is.... An economy rifle...... When folks ask about economy rifles I usually point them to the Stevens Model 200 or the Mossberg 100-ATR.... These are a little more accurate, more reliable and as far as cheap rifles go have a better fit and finish.....

Answer 5

I know some people would disagree but for the price range you are looking for I would recommend a Savage. You can find these new for less than $380. I think you are on the right track with the scope. The scope is what is going to make the difference in those 3-400 yard shots. A good rule of thumb is you should be willing to spend as much on a scope as a gun. At least up to 75% of the cost. The .308 is an excelent choice in calibure. As you might know it has been a top choice for snipers for many years. With a good sope I think you could excpect 1 to 2 inch groups at 300 yards. It will take practice but it can been done on a consistant bases.

Answer 6

Bad idea regarding buying the Remington 770.* Buy a Remington but not the 770 or a Savage if you want the results you are expecting from a Rifle.* Buy new or used.* Buy used & save $$$$$.* A new one doesn't shoot any better than a good used one.*

Answer 7

It's not the rifle fer-say or scope but the one squeezing the trigger. As I have told many, you could spend thousands on a custom rifle and end up with no better groups then an out of the box rifle.

If I am correct the model 770 has a short barrel so I check the specs and load trajectory and last of all try to locate some reviews & tests...www.gun-test.com the best out there.

Answer 8

At 300 meters/yards.... That depends on how steady you are.... but you could get groups of about 4-6 inches at that distance, there is a big difference between 100 and 300 meters..... I would scope the rifle and zero it for 300 meters.

Answer 9

The 770 is a dog.

Anything else is better.

Answer 10

300 yards is not that far.. i have no clue for rifles.. but i shoot bows.. and with my sight sighted in.. i do 100 decently.. with a gun 300 should be no problem.. and it is not so much the gun as the shooter.