Nosler, as an example, show loads yielding 2880fps with their 260 grain bullets but these velocities were taken in a 26 barrel. I haven't shot the 260/270gr. By the same token, be wary of high weight retention projectiles that supposedly dump vast amounts of energy yet then defy physics by maintaining their form and weight. The Woodleigh handles raking shots relatively well but is prone to lose a great deal of its sectional density if used to take Texas heart shots at close ranges. Though it does few things perfectly, it truly does everything, and is possibly the most flexible bore diameter available. The 270 grain Speer BTSP is a soft bullet designed for large thin-skinned game. Loaded to a muzzle velocity of 2800fps the 270 grain Speer (BC .430) breaks 1800fps at around 520 yards. Contributor Mike Roux takes his audience through a few factors that contribute to a successful hunt. The new cartridge uses the same .532-inch rim diameter, but the belt is fatter and the body taper has slightly more case capacity even though, at 2 1/2 inches, it'. The author and professional hunter J.P. Kleinhans with a good waterbuck, dropped in its tracks with a frontal shot with a 270-grain Hornady InterLock. Perhaps the most spectacular example was, at least to my eye, Ken Jorgensen's buffalo. He had reloads with .300 grain Hornady DGX Softs and solids. Copyright 2007-2017 Terminal Ballistics Research, Ballisticstudies.com, Achieve success with the long range hunting book series & matchgrade bedding products, MatchGrade Synthetic Stock Stabilizer instructions, The Practical Guide to Long Range Hunting Rifles, The Practical Guide to Bolt Action Rifle Accurizing & Maintenance, The Practical Guide to Long Range Hunting Cartridges, The Practical Guide To Long Range Shooting. A person can end up with a very good rifle at fairly modest cost. [3][4][5], The .375 Ruger cartridge has functioned as the parent case for the 300 Precision Rifle Cartridge (300 PRC), which is essentially a necked-down version of the .375 Ruger. Those who wish to hunt light framed game at bush / woods ranges or in semi open country, where shots are not long, may wish to consider using the 200 Grain Sierra flat point bullet (BC .200) designed for the .375 Winchester. The herd spooked, of course, as they often do in the evening. I must say that Steve did some very good work with this rifle and cartridge. Agree with gunworks on the Weatherby Vanguard. Yes, the .375 bore is forgiving, but it has its limits. Again, getting close with an accurate rifle is the key. with a new .375 Ruger Hawkeye. (Ouch, just typing that line hurt me.) Readers are however advised to take note of the muzzle brakes on the current .375 Ruger rifles. Between 2200 and 1800fps shot placement is the key on lean game. On the other hand, pretty much all of the 250 grain .375 bullets mentioned with this text, both premium and non-premium, will tackle a 600kg Eland bull due to the nature of its weight distribution. Beyond 280 yards, shot placement is extremely important (forwards shoulder) to help ensure full expansion, the Partition reaching the end of the line at 1800fps or around 360 yards. Similar to the design ideas for the WSM cartridge family, but somewhat narrower which will frequently allow one more cartridge in the rifle magazine than the WSM equivalent. It remained cloaked in secrecy for some time, but so what? The velocity bonus is significant because it provides considerably more energy, slightly flattens trajectory and, from a pure marketing standpoint, places the .375 Ruger very close to the .375 Weatherby Magnum and .375 Remington Ultra Magnum in performance. This is the third iteration of this projectile design. That or seek a superior stock design. The 235 grain TSX generally does its bets work above 2600fps on game weighing up to 450kg or around 1000lb. Semi-automatic and striker-fired, the P320-XTEN is extremely accurate, easy to shoot even with powerful 10mm loads and holds 15-plus-one rounds. Like the .376 Steyr that originates from the 9.364mm Brenneke and the .375 Dakota proprietary cartridge that originates from the .404 Jeffery, the .375 Ruger was designed to compete with the .375 H&H Magnum, yet have the advantage of having a rimless, beltless case and can function through a standard-length bolt-action rifle due to a shorter overall length. Recommended maximum pressure for the cartridge is 62,000psi (4,300bar). Although the Sierra can expand at 1600fps or 340 yards the wind drift is near two feet. My one concern with this bullet is the potential for over expansion and limited penetration when taking quartering on shots on potentially dangerous animals weighing above 450kg (1000lb) at close ranges. All RifleShooter subscribers now have digital access to their magazine content. The case measures .532 inches at the base and .515 inches at the shouldergiving a larger body diameter than the H&H designand is equipped with a 30-degree shoulder for positive headspacing. It has been used to take roe deer, reindeer, ibex, and more. The 270 Interlock Recoil Proof Interlock bullet featured in the .375 Ruger loading is a slightly modified version of the traditional Interlock. Too, none of the barrels have been shot enough to have been properly broken in, so at this stage good enough is definitely good enough. If looking to acquire an automated powder-charge dispensing unit to speed up precision reloading, don't judge the RCBS ChargeMaster Lite powder scale and dispenser by its name; the Little Green machine packs a heavy-weight punch with speed and accuracy. As Ken had promised, when I got home there was a long Ruger box awaiting me, and in it was the very first left-hand Ruger M77 in .375 Ruger. Learn how and when to remove this template message, "American Rifleman | Editors' PicksNew for 2015: Mossberg Patriot", "Mossberg Patriot | O.F. This is no surprise; accuracy in any factory rifle is going to vary, and I saw the normal variance from good enough to very, very good. Fast kills could be expected out to ordinary hunting ranges of around 300 yards with room for shot placement error. By utilizing a round nosed form this bullet penetrated in a relatively straight line after expansion though when used on heavy bone, the hard steel jacket could prevent the bullet from obtaining a fully even mushroom form. In my experience the larger the animal, the more we need to get up to or above 300 grains bullet weight simply for the sake of energy. Barrel Break-In: What It Is. Personally, I don't give much of a hoot about the extra velocity. To aim behind the shoulder simply underutilizes these bullet designs - a bonded soft point bullet would have been entirely adequate for this. Few others offer such a wide level of wounding. Between 2400 and 2200fps the TSX produces clean but delayed kills. This is best employed at very close ranges in order to keep its impact velocity well above 2600fps. The .375 RUM has a rebated rim diameter of .534" and a base diameter of .550". By using a very basic lead core bullet with a partially flat nose, the cartridge OAL is kept short and without cramping powder space, while at the same time ammunition will generally feed smoothly from a box magazine. The only special feature--and it's a good one--is that these rifles have a very good and sturdy fixed-blade rear sight with a 3/32-inch front bead on a barrelband ramp. This is a very economical bullet for hunting heavy game. Those who wish to shoot big game at long ranges are advised to utilize the Rocky Mountain ULD bullet design. The further we go below 2600fps the more useful this bullet weight shedding (no core bonding) can be. Kimber's Hunter Pro Desolve Blak takes the firm's more affordable mountain rifle to new heights. This projectile is in essence designed to be used for taking CNS shots on the heaviest of game. Match-Grade Rifle Primers: Are They Better and Worth the Extra Expense? The .375 Ruger cartridge case was used by Hornady as the basis for a new extra-long-range cartridge, since it had the capability to operate with high chamber pressures, which combined with a neck and barrel throat optimized for loading relatively long and heavy .308 diameter very-low-drag bullets without the need to seat the bullets deeply recessed into the case result in adequate muzzle velocities from magnum-sized bolt-action rifles. The advent and acceptance of .404" beltless magnums such as the .375 RUM inspired Ruger to develop a potent magnum without having to alter their inexpensive cast action design. Thanks, Art & Dan for the heads up! At this time of writing there are now many buzz words used to label and describe bullets that are designed to enhance hydraulic action. RifleShooter Magazine editor Scott Rupp breaks down all the features of the Mossberg Patriot Predator rifle chambered in 6.5 PRC. Suggested sight settings and bullet paths. The WSM's and RCM's seem to have fallen behind. Contributing Editor for RifleShooter Magazine, Brad Fitzpatrick gives us a review of this modernized version of an iconic favorite. Ken and J.P. maneuvered as long as they could, but when the sun was almost setting they used the standard last-light field-expedient tactic of charging into the herd, hoping the bull they'd selected would do the right thing. Quite a recoiling beast that most people simply cannot handle. The premiums can be divided into those that are relatively soft in nature versus those which are truly tough. . After the Second World War, when supplies of British ammunition for the sporting rifles became scarce at best, the American ammunition kept the industry supplied, though the choice was pretty much between the .375 H&H Magnum and the .458 Winchester Magnum. Powered by UBB.threads PHP Forum Software 7.7.5. "If you could only have one rifle worldwide, the .375 Ruger would be my choice.". Loaded to 3000fps the 250 grain Sierra (BC .371) breaks its 1800fps limit at around 520 yards. 5 Mk 1 Rifle: History of the 'Jungle Carbine', Wilson Combat Paul Howe Tactical 6.5 Creedmoor: Full Review of the Versatility Champ. The 300 grain Sierra Gameking was, to use Sierras words, designed for large thin skinned African game such as Greater kudu and Eland along with large North American Game including moose and Brown bear. Discuss this article or ask a question on the forum here Both feature near double thickness jackets compared to the smaller bore Sierra bullets and both feature tougher cores. It burns powder more efficiently, producing higher velocities in a shorter barrel. The DGS bullet is also steel clad. This bullet is most spectacular at impact velocities above 2400fps but displays vivid performance down to 2200fps. The reason I abandoned Wayne Holt and Ken Jorgensen in the wilds of Mozambique was because I had a short turnaround before a long-awaited safari in Tanzania. Wounding is severe however if used in this manner. A heavy bullet can afford to shed some weight and mass (energy transfer) as a means to promote trauma. The Ruger cartridge may not be ideal for very light framed game or the very best for extremely heavy game, but as a general-purpose cartridge it is extremely well balanced. Seldom will I ever choose the 300 grain bullet. of muzzle energy is where the .375 Ruger shines as dangerous game cartridge. Handloading for the .375 Ruger is a straightforward affair; look to a large rifle magnum primer and powders like Reloder 15, 16 and 17, H380, VARGET and IMR4064, IMR4166, IMR4350 and IMR4451, depending on the bullet your loading. And much like the H&H case, the recoil of the .375 Ruger is easy enough for most shooters to handle; the cartridge generates right around 4,800 ft.-lbs. I have run .375 Ruger ammo through such actions and so far it has fed great every time. Those who wish to experiment with it for hunting will need to utilize either a custom action with a generous length magazine box or be prepared to single feed loads into the M77 action. The 235 grain Speer can be put to very good use in the Ruger. On heavy dangerous game many experienced hunters would agree that the .375 caliber is adequate but less forgiving than calibers above .400 if shot placement is not exact. As for the buffalo, it was an epic adventure. Wrap-around checkering provides a sure grip in any weather. NE Alberta. This allowed Ruger to chamber the cartridge without extensively redesigning their Ruger M77 rifle to adapt them to the new Ruger cartridge. Although bullet construction is always the most important consideration for fast and clean killing. I have run .375 Ruger ammo through such actions and so far it has fed great every time. In the Remington Ultra Magnum for example, the heavier weight and higher velocity can result in higher over all trauma or what we might call stopping power regardless of the misunderstandings within this subject. While the Hornady bullets are excellent, handloading for the .375 Ruger will open the floodgates of possibilities. For times when the brake is not preferred, it may be replaced with the included dynamically-matched muzzle weight. There are no shortcomings in the 375 Ruger case design. The .375 Ruger (9.565.5mm) is a rimless, standard-length rifle cartridge designed for the hunting of large, dangerous game. Hornady currently produce four Superformance loads for the .375 Ruger: the 250 grain GMX (homogenous copper bullet) at 2900fps, the 270 grain SP-RP Interlock at 2840fps, the 300 grain Dangerous Game Expanding (DGX) at 2660fps and the 300 grain steel jacketed Dangerous Game Solid (DGS) also at 2660fps. In fact, as much as it truly galls me to say this, the .375 Ruger is probably a better cartridge. The following will focus on a smaller number of select bullet designs of interest, organized by bullet weight rather than brand. The .375 Ruger is extremely well suited to large bodied game. With regards to long range shooting the Sierra 350 grain match bullet may seem appealing for long range work but it is not designed for killing. Ruger's straight stock design helps considerably, but you must also take into account the fact that, with a shorter barrel and a lighter (smaller equals lighter) action, most .375 Ruger rifles will be lighter than most .375 H&H rifles. We put nearly eight miles on our boots working a herd. It was designed as a dangerous game cartridge, particularly for use in Alaska and Africa. For a couple of hundred bucks, a good gunsmith can tune the action and refine the trigger. If the hunter can visualize both the point of the shoulder and forwards portion of the lungs and work the angles according to the situation this will increase the ability of the bullet (any bullet) to produce a fast kill. The shorter barrel and shorter action makes for a rifle that's smaller and easier to maneuver in tight brush. All of these subjects (including Ruger accurizing) are covered in great detail within my book series. Great on big Russian Boar with their protective shield! This feral cattle beast weighs around 600kg (1300lb). Zeroing off the bench with the Mossberg Patriot in 375 Ruger. Unfortunately, this is something that comes more naturally with time and experience. This bullet is at its best when used on large bodied game such as bear or moose at closer ranges (above 2200fps or inside 250 yards depending on muzzle velocity). Finally, an opportunity came but cover was sparse, and we could only close the distance to about 100 . When hunting large thinned skinned game the Ruger can be used with great success out to ranges of around 500 yards. Forums Member List Calendar Active Threads: Previous Thread: Next Thread : Print Thread: Hop To : Page 1 of 3 : 1: 2: 3: Mossberg Patriot in 375 Ruger discontinued? On medium weight game from a muzzle velocity of 2740fps in the 20 barreled Alaskan the 270 Interlock produces very fast kills out to around 235 yards or 2200fps, the longer barreled African at 2815fps gains a negligible 25 yards. Versatility is a key word when considering the .375 bore. Both these cartridges were designed to fit standard length long actions. Having said this, the DGS is in no way the same as a bullet which has been specifically designed for maximum hydraulic trauma. Wayne Holt shot a very fine sable, also at last light. At Sportsman's Warehouse, we offer bolt action rifles chambered in .375 Ruger from leading manufacturers including Mossberg, Ruger, and Savage Arms. The .300 Ruger Compact Magnum or .300 RCM was designed in 2007 and uses a case designed by Hornady and Ruger based on the .375 Ruger cartridge. Give a Gift The names are often meaningless. 3 MOA over the bench and with a sled equates to around 6 MOA in the field if the hunter can keep his cool and more likely 9 MOA in real word conditions. The cartridge is a bit "snappier" than the 375 H&H and I believe can achieve about 200 fps more velocity if fired from the same length barrels. This bull took the bullet, tried to turn, fell over and didn't get back up. Instead, I simply see them as being more useful on game weighing around or more than 450kg (1000lb) where angling shots are expected or where there is a chance of having to tackle animals of exceptional size for their species. Due to the fact that the .375 Ruger produces somewhat similar performance to the .375 H&H, a full discourse on projectiles can be found within that text. The cartridge was designed in partnership, by Hornady and Ruger. Otherwise, see the .375 Ruger for what it is, an affordable and extremely useful medium bore. But, it eventually rose to the top, and not just among African hunters. Used on medium game at ordinary hunting ranges expansion on impact is extremely fast and exit wounds often very large, in the region of 3-4 in diameter. Featuring corrosion resistant nickel-plated cases that are sealed watertight and topped with the accurate and rugged CX bullet, Outfitter ammunition is designed to perform under the toughest conditions. As Ruger intended the cartridge to be chambered in standard-length bolt-action rifles,[2] the case length was kept to 2.580in (65.5mm), which is only .04in (1.0mm) longer than the .270 Winchester case. Such rifles can be a true please to own once bedded and tuned. No matter--Wayne and Ken came in well heeled. By the same token wind drift is a major concern and to this end, the 2600fps load really is best used at close ranges. It was early in the year when I heard the first rumor about a "new .375 cartridge." It is very significant for Ruger because its .375-length (actually, a full-size magnum that also accommodates the .416 Rigby) action is only built into its M77 Mk II "express" rifle, an excellent rifle that is more than twice as expensive as the standard Ruger M77 Mk II--which is only available in a .30-06-length action. It is potentially unwise to have a brake fitted to a short guide rifle to be used around clients. The .500 Bushwhacker is a semirimmed magnum handgun cartridge initially developed by fireforming the .375 Ruger case cylindrical, shortening it by 0.13 in, and threading the base for a rim. Ho hum, yawn. It is both forgiving and can be more humane than the small bores in bush hunting situations as poor shots taken with the .375 generally slow game down fast, allowing quick follow up shots. Overview. Those who hunt in Alaska would be hard pushed to find a better cartridge than this. At 2600fps this is a very hard hitting load and fast killing out to ranges of around 90 to 100 yards, producing clean but sometimes delayed killing down to impact velocities of around 1800fps or 200 yards. Apart from this the Sierra has great merit. The case ends at 21?2 inches--.30 inch shorter than the .375 H&H--but since it's a bit fatter and has no taper before the shoulder, it slightly exceeds the .375 H&H in powder capacity. Pintoguy is correct, Howa no longer lists the 375 Ruger, so they are hard to find. The Ruger Muzzle Brake System includes a removable, radial-port muzzle brake that significantly reduces felt recoil. Readers are advised to employ extra caution when using this bullet (and the heavier Accubond) in the .375 caliber on large bodied game or better still, avoid it altogether. Much like a shortened version of the .375 RUM case design and similar to the .375 Dakota depending upon how one looks at it, Ruger, created a very potent .375 cartridge. The case is of a rimless design having the base and rim diameter of .532in (13.5mm), which is the same diameter of the belt on belted magnum cases based on the .300 H&H Magnum and .375 H&H Magnum. However, as suggested elsewhere within this knowledge base, this bullet can also prove to be neither fish nor fowl, being too soft for close range work on large game (and downright dangerous for hunting clawed game) while being too stout for extended range work. Is it significant that it fits in a .30-06-length action? Talkeetna 375 H&H is a magnum length, 375 Ruger and most of it's offspring fit in 30'06 length actions. As for the Ruger rifle, while very cheap and often displaying poor accuracy out of the box, the M77 action can be accurized and made into an extremely reliable rifle. This allows the cartridge to have a greater case capacity than a belted magnum case given cases of equal length. Love what you do and do it well. Of the premium middle weight projectiles there are several which can be put to use in the .375 Ruger to good effect. At 270 yards a 10mph cross wind send the Sierra flat point a full foot off course. CX Outfitter Item #823374 | 20/Box Adventure Awaits!. Strong, simple, compact falling-block breech mechanism with artillery-style breechblock and under-lever is ideally suited for today's powerful cartridges. While expansion may still be fully evident at 2200fps, hunters targeting heavy game would do well to consider 2400fps as a wise cut off point for wide wounding. One could go so far as to call it the medium bore work horse equivalent of the ever reliable .308 Winchester. Such are the contradictions we may find when discussing this subject. The 260 grain Nosler Accubond was designed for use on large bodied game. Need more information . Since 1912 the .375 H&H has provided one of the finest one-rifle safari batteries available, and in a shorter, lighter, handier rifle with a .30-06-length action the .375 Ruger will do the same. It was designed to fit and function in the many "standard length" bolt-actions that work with cartridges like the 7mm Remington and .300/,338 Winchesters Magnums. The front sight is Ruger's standard barrelband assembly with a highly visible 3/32-inch bead on the ramp. Home Forums Hunting & Shooting Ask The Gunwriters Mossberg Patriot in 375 Ruger discontinued? The .338 Ruger Compact Magnum or .338 RCM is a rimless, short-length rifle cartridge based on the .375 Ruger case. Ken and J.P. had already put on the brakes and put up the shooting sticks, so when the bull faced them Ken gave him a perfect frontal shot with a 270-grain Interlock. The Hawkeye African featured a wood stock and blued 23 barrel furnished with open sights. We reserve the right to correct pricing errors. New 375 RUM Remington rifles sales must going south. Barnes for example produce a 270 grain bullet but experience leads me to believe that this really only comes into its own on the heaviest of animals or in the most potent of .375 magnums. For almost anyone, however, the .375 Ruger kicks enough to take some getting used to, and I don't recommend shooting it off the bench any more than is absolutely necessary. The faster it can be driven the better its performance as a lighter medium game bullet, utilizing impact velocity to increase target resistance and therefore help overcome its bonding. It uses a .532-inch rim diameter (the same as the .375 H&H and its subsequent offspring) which I assume would make it financially beneficial to machine the rifles bolt, and a rimless design with very little body taper. This allows the cartridge to have a greater case capacity than a belted magnum case given cases of equal length. The 300 grain DGX was, up until October 2017, a basic cup and core bullet but utilized a steel jacket with copper guiding. How the .375 Ruger is capable of taking the largest game: Slightly greater capacity than the .375 H&H Magnum. Will it ever unseat the .375 H&H Magnum as the king of the .375s? Although no longer listed, a quick mention must go to the now discontinued 225 grain Hornady Interlock. With various loads running between 2600 and 2800fps, the Ruger packed plenty of punch for large North American game. Savage Arms 110 Bear Hunter Rifle | 57047 375 Ruger, 23" Stainless BBL, Bolt Action, AccuFit MOBUC Camo Stock, Matte Stainless Finish, Adj Muzzle Brake, 2+1 Rds. This is not damning with faint praise, not at all. Since 2015, O.F. Sable are extremely tough, and this bull was in a big herd. This projectile can tackle heavy game, but here is where we can also run into trouble. A new wrinkle on the Ruger M77 in .375 Ruger is this sturdy, visible fixed-blade rear sight, a vast improvement over the folding-leaf sight long supplied on the M77 Mk II. Environmental temperatures also have to be taken into consideration as loads developed in cool weather may prove totally unsuitable in hot climates. The first Ruger .375 rifles and Hornady ammunition were released to the shooting press in December 2006. The Remington Model Seven is ready, willing and able to handle just about any task. As with most things in life, what you see depends on where you sit. Combine this with the difficulties of longer range follow up shots and well, the reader should see the obvious here. The new Hornady 300 grain bonded DGX should (there is that doesnt actually know for sure should again) prove equally effective. This should (note the unqualified should of hoping and guessing) allow for more uniform mushrooming and quite possibly an outstanding bullet. The 300 grain Nosler Partition is ideal for large Alaskan game out to ordinary hunting ranges. The .375 Ruger is a rimless cartridge often used for hunting large and dangerous game. Below 2200fps killing can be very slow. [6][7] In 2019 it got C.I.P.-standardized as the 300 PRC. Will the 375 Ruger remain a commercially available rifle/round? All rights reserved. It is designed to provide an increase in performance over the .375 H&H cartridge, yet to be chambered in a standard-length action rifle. TDCC (Tables of Dimensions of Cartridges and Chambers) .375 Ruger, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=.375_Ruger&oldid=1125450829, Articles needing additional references from September 2014, All articles needing additional references, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 4 December 2022, at 02:13. Near enough is not good enough, practice, stalk well, wait, pick your angles, and break bone. It has been used to take roe deer, reindeer, ibex, and more. It truly mirrors the velocities of the H&H case in a cartridge housed in a standard long action (versus the magnum action needed for the H&H), in a beltless, rimless design. Both are equipped with Ruger's scope-mounting system. 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