Two useful medium weight copper pills include the 250 grain Barnes TTSX and the 250 grain Hornady GMX, both producing similar performance. This allowed Ruger to chamber the cartridge in their existing standard length M77 rifle, without needing to use their M77 Safari Magnum Rifle. If using a lighter bullet we need to think about increasing retained weight after impact and using velocity to (hydraulic force) to promote trauma. It starts with a very clever case, a straight, unbelted case with exactly the same .532-inch rim as the .375 H&H. This projectile is most useful where lower impact velocities are to be expected or where game weights are between 300 and 600kg (660 to 1300lb), though 600kg should be considered the upper limit. American ammunition manufacturer Hornady got the 300 PRC SAAMI-standardized in 2018. Between 2200 and 2000fps (280 yards), killing is clean but can be somewhat delayed. The Hornady Superformance ammunition drives a 270-grain (17g) SP-RP bullet at 2,840ft/s (870m/s) and the 300-grain (19g) DGS and DGX bullets at 2,660ft/s (810m/s). Wrap-around checkering provides a sure grip in any weather. So what should that alone tell you. The .375 Ruger was introduced in 2007 as a rimless standard length cartridge that is slightly larger in powder capacity and energy than the .375 H & H Magnum (a belted and tapered cartridge) , widely used in Africa all the way up to Elephant. For those of us who love potent cartridges one of the ongoing bug bears of the M77 Ruger long action has been its rather short magazine (87mm / 3.425). Fast kills could be expected out to ordinary hunting ranges of around 300 yards with room for shot placement error. These bullets work well when facing game weighing 700kg (1540lb) and above. The .416 Ruger is a beltless, rimless, bottle-necked cartridge designed as a joint venture by Hornady and Ruger in 2008. On another afternoon I used Wayne's rifle to take a lovely waterbuck. He had reloads with .300 grain Hornady DGX Softs and solids. Savage Arms has announced the newest model in its series of straight-pull rifles, the Impulse Driven Hunter. The goal of the engineers was not to exceed .375 H&H performance but simply to equal it in a cartridge that would fit in a standard-length (.30-06-length) action and fit existing belted magnum bolt faces. Capable of pushing a 300-grain bullet 2,600 fps. I haven't shot the 260/270gr. If you do not truly love shooting these big guns and challenging yourself dont put animals through your ignorance. Unless I`m mistaken Remington did not offer a brake on their 375 RUM rifle offerings. Any .375 cartridge must first be judged against the H&H. This means you have the option to read your magazine on most popular phones and tablets. 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. Throughout most of Africa it is the accepted minimum for thick-skinned dangerous game, and it is also a world standard in terms of versatility. In the Dangerous Game Series, Hornady loads their 270-grain InterLock spitzer at a muzzle velocity of 2840 fps, yielding a trajectory identical to the lighter 250-grain bullet and making it a perfect choice for bear, elk, moose, African plains game and the big cats as well. Instead, the DGS seeks to find a compromise between terminal performance and smooth feeding from the Ruger action. 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. The full velocity increase can be had from a slightly shorter barrel--as in 22 or 23 inches--and a short 20-inch barrel at least equals and will generally exceed .375 H&H velocity. The names are often meaningless. Hornady 's new Superformance loads produce a bit more velocity, and the rifle refinements made by Hill Country Rifle make it more accurate and user-friendly. MFG #: 57047. This projectile is in essence designed to be used for taking CNS shots on the heaviest of game. To start with, a person hunting in areas that are "off range" during . NE Alberta. The new Hornady 300 grain bonded DGX should (there is that doesnt actually know for sure should again) prove equally effective. By Greg Rodriguez. But nobody makes taking that amount of game look easy with a poor rifle or an unsuitable cartridge, nor can it be done without consistently good bullet performance. "If you could only have one rifle worldwide, the .375 Ruger would be my choice.". I certainly hope it is here to stay. How is the recoil with DG rounds? Loaded to velocities anywhere between 2950 and 3100fps (and higher in some rifles), this was a spectacular medium game bullet. Read on for his take on this Thai-inspired fusion dish. In his hands the .375 Ruger performed at least as well as any .375 H&H I've ever seen. To aim behind the shoulder simply underutilizes these bullet designs - a bonded soft point bullet would have been entirely adequate for this. Now if it does go away I have brass! Bottles & 12-oz. 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). This projectile really comes into its own when used at extended ranges on game weighing over 150kg (330lb), though it works well on lighter body weights at close to moderate ranges. Talkeetna 375 H&H is a magnum length, 375 Ruger and most of it's offspring fit in 30'06 length actions. The stainless steel and plastic stock is very weather resistant If just for bear protection I remove the scope and screw on a NECG receiver sight directly to the scope bases machined into the Ruger receiver. 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. Joined: Feb 2001. The .375 Ruger has gone on to raise quite the family, including the .416 Ruger, the .300 and .338 Ruger Compact Magnums, and the 6.5 PRC and .300 PRC. 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. Otherwise, this is an outstanding bullet design. As with most things in life, what you see depends on where you sit. Loaded to a muzzle velocity of 2800fps the 270 grain Speer (BC .430) breaks 1800fps at around 520 yards. The premiums can be divided into those that are relatively soft in nature versus those which are truly tough. Looking for previous installments of our "Behind the Bullet" series? The WSM's and RCM's seem to have fallen behind. Both of the Gameking bullets are designed to be used in an all-round manner (close and extended ranges). The 250 grain GMX is a serious big game bullet. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. 375 Ruger: 3: Stainless Steel / Hawkeye Matte: . 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. Alternatively, look to the .375 RUM, the .378 Weatherby or the even larger .375 Chey Tac. All of these subjects (including Ruger accurizing) are covered in great detail within my book series. SAAMI recommends a six-groove barrel having a bore of .366in (9.3mm) and a groove of .376in (9.6mm) with a groove width of .115in (2.9mm). Yes, the .375 bore is forgiving, but it has its limits. Do the iron sights hit poi with 260/270gr.bullets ? I do not know his reload recipe other than he used Winchester powder. The Woodleigh and Swift 300 grain bullets are optimally suited to close range work on large heavy game, achieving a good balance of expansion versus penetration. Of course..Not gonna go anywhere.Many rifle makers offer the round. A superior stock forend design would help a great deal to aid to recoil reduction and allow many users to do away with the brake altogether. Seldom will I ever choose the 300 grain bullet. This allows the cartridge to have a greater case capacity than a belted magnum case given cases of equal length. The steel of the Alaskan was chrome moly rather than stainless steel as one might expect on an all weather rifle. As most of you know by now, obtaining smooth feeding can be problematic with our new short, fat magnums, but this does not seem to be a problem with this cartridge, at least not in the Ruger M77 with .30-06-length action. In other words, and for the most part, large bodied deer and antelope weighing up to and around 600kg (1300lb), a very reasonable assessment. Left-hand models--good news for me, of course--will be available by mid-2007. And lastly, the duo of Hornadys 300-grain DGX Bonded and DGS Solid, at a muzzle velocity of 2660 fps for 4,713 ft.-lbs. New CZ, Ruger Hawkeye, Remington, Savage, and some other moderate cost dangerous game rifles can be purchased for less than $1,000. How the .375 Ruger is capable of taking the largest game: Slightly greater capacity than the .375 H&H Magnum. Quite a recoiling beast that most people simply cannot handle. Barrel Break-In: What It Is. While not earth shattering on its own, the wide and compact case is more efficient than the Holland & Holland which enables the Ruger to obtain similar results from a short 20 barrel while a 23 barreled Ruger boasts higher velocities than a 25 barreled H&H. Unfortunately, this is something that comes more naturally with time and experience. The 250 grain Swift A-Frame is, in the most basic sense, a bonded version of the Partition bullet. Discontinued hard to find Hornady 225 grain 375 Caliber. The 270 grain bullet is useful on game up to 320kg (700lb) with all but tail on shots. Rather, I think the case design is extremely clever from a manufacturer's standpoint because you have a bigger, fatter case that will not only fit existing bolt faces (as do rebated rims) but also feed well from existing magazine boxes. Agree with gunworks on the Weatherby Vanguard. Bought the last 3 boxes of 375 Ruger 300 gr Dangerous game rounds at the local Wallmart at $19 a box. I left Ken and Wayne in Mozambique to do a bit more hunting and headed home. The trouble is that the larger the animal (or further the range) the more we may find ourselves simply under gunned when taking shoulder shots with a .375 caliber rifle. Tail on shots should be limited to game under 80kg, however on larger game tail on wounds created by the Interlock are often severe enough to allow follow up shots. The .375 Ruger is not the .375 H&H, but it measures up well, and in all ways. Wounding is severe however if used in this manner. When I do, things are pretty serious. His first two shots were broadside at forty to fifty yards. This particular rifle, at least so far, is actually the least accurate of the four .375 Rugers he has seen. 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. The .375 Ruger is extremely well suited to large bodied game. The .375 Ruger (9.565.5mm) is a rimless, standard-length rifle cartridge designed for the hunting of large, dangerous game. It's not the worst, but not near the best either. 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. Environmental temperatures also have to be taken into consideration as loads developed in cool weather may prove totally unsuitable in hot climates. The 350 grain Woodleigh round nose and protected point bullets come into their own on the heaviest of game where they are able to shed some weight and SD but continue to produce vivid wounding to a much deeper level than their 300 grain counterparts which can, if pushed too hard, suffer over-expansion. Match-Grade Rifle Primers: Are They Better and Worth the Extra Expense? I have always liked 375 cartridges, the H&H was my prior favorite. vs 9.3x62 Cartridge Clash, Kimber Hunter Pro Desolve Blak - A Lightweight Heavy Hitter, Browning BLR Lightweight '81 Stainless Takedown Lever Rifle, Mossberg Patriot Predator 6.5 PRC Rifle Review, Review: Springfield Armory M1A Loaded Rifle in 6.5 Creedmoor, RCBS ChargeMaster Lite Review: Not 'Lite' on Ability, Remington Model Seven SS HS Bolt-Action Rifle Review. Those who wish to body shoot heavy game with this bullet must understand that wounding will be limited. Hornady would do well to bring this bullet back or offer an SST or ELD-X alternative. Velocity is an additional key factor as this increases target resistance further. Both are go-to bullet designs for game weighing around 600kg (1300) but, like the TSX, are best used at very close ranges where energy is high. The Hawkeye African featured a wood stock and blued 23 barrel furnished with open sights. Anything anybody needed in a .375-caliber cartridge was done in by Holland and Holland in 1912, right? The .375 Ruger uses a unique cartridge case designed by Hornady and Ruger. Currently, Hornady and Double Tap manufacture ammunition for the .375 Ruger cartridge. Those hunting the wilds of India, Australia, Canada and the United States all were well-served by the .375 H&H. - 24hourcampfire Previous Thread Next Thread Print Thread Hop To Page 1 of 3 1 2 3 BP-B2 IC B2 IC B3 Page 1 of 3 1 2 3 CTV Who's Online Now 776 members ( 1936M71, 10gaugemag, 222ND, 12344mag, 10ring1, 91 invisible), 1,932 guests, and 1,289 robots. 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. They do produce a bit more recoil. Hinterland #: 78027. It was designed by Ruger and Hornady and released in 2008 and chambered in various Ruger rifles. 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. Although bullet construction is always the most important consideration for fast and clean killing. Apart from these factors a 250 grain .375 homogenous copper bullet can prove to be the more emphatic killer when used in either the .375 H&H or Ruger. The DGS bullet is also steel clad. It was designed to use the same 1:12-inch twist rate of the .375 H&H Magnum barrels, the neck length of .305 inches, while shorter than one-caliber in length, has not posed an issue in my experience. Once again, there should be no surprise in what a cartridge that slightly exceeds a .375 H&H should do on game, provided the bullets perform. It turns out that the .375 Ruger easily exceeds standard .375 H&H velocities in all bullet weights, delivering a significant bonus of more than 100 fps with the 300-grain bullet and approaching 200 fps with a 270-grain bullet. July in the New Mexico desert is hot, often 100 to 110 degrees Fahrenheit. Though it wasnt the firstand it certainly isnt the lastthe .375 Holland & Holland Belted Magnum set the standard for not only the proper velocities, but the desired terminal ballistics for the .375-inch diameter. It starts with a very clever case, a straight, unbelted case with exactly the same .532-inch rim as the .375 H&H. Since it is a rimless, unbelted case that doesn't "step down" in front of the belt, it is thus a . It was designed by brothers James Tow and Keith Tow of Halsey, Oregon, to provide comparable performance to traditional African stopping rifles from the context of the Magnum Research BFR revolvers. The 270 Interlock Recoil Proof Interlock bullet featured in the .375 Ruger loading is a slightly modified version of the traditional Interlock. While the Hornady bullets are excellent, handloading for the .375 Ruger will open the floodgates of possibilities. The 235 grain Barnes TSX is the toughest of the light weight .375 pills with regards to major manufacturers. The Barnes bullets do not suffer over-expansion. At impact velocities of 2600fps or slower neither can be called emphatic. Yeah, I probably look like I'm thinking, "This is gonna hurt." But, it eventually rose to the top, and not just among African hunters. From a muzzle velocity of 3000fps the TSX breaks 2600fps at around 115 yards, 2400fps at 180 yards and 2200fps at around 240 yards. Looking at the case volume, in spite of being .270 inches shorter than the .375 H&H Magnum, the .375 Ruger actually has a greater volume; about 4 percent, depending on case brand. The .375 Ruger is a joint project between Hornady and Ruger, and it is the first big-game rifle cartridge to bear the Ruger name. Discuss this article or ask a question on the forum here This feral cattle beast weighs around 600kg (1300lb). With an Accu-Fit stock and left hand adjustable bolt, this rifle is a perfect choice for anyone! A person can end up with a very good rifle at fairly modest cost. 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. If I was forced to chooseand thank Heaven that I am notjust one bore diameter to cover the entire range of the worlds big game, it would have to be the .375-inch bore diameter. 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. But in cases where the design of the rifle simply produces intolerable recoil (as many do), one may simply have to lose 100fps or utilize a brake. Introduced in 1965 with the .444 Marlin cartridge, the Model 444 was the most powerful lever action of its day. Tips, techniques, and equipment are applied to these classroom discussions on how to become more proficient and successful at making long-range shots while hunting with AR-platform rifles. 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. In any case, both the Swift and Woodleigh are far more reliable for hunting bovines than the 300 grain Partition bullet. Features an engraved Ruger logo and patented latch that is flush with the trigger guard to avoid accidental dumping of cartridges. The .375 Ruger (9.565.5mm) is a rimless, standard-length rifle cartridge designed for the hunting of large, dangerous game. Game taken ranged from warthog and bushbuck on up through sable and waterbuck, then up again to buffalo and crocodile. Mossberg & Sons", SAAMI Drawing 300 Precision Rifle Cartridge (300 PRC), "It's Official SAAMI Approves Hornady 6.5 PRC and 300 PRC", "C.I.P. Hornady and Ruger partnered to create the cartridge. On Wednesday, the Center for Biological Diversity (CBD) sent a notice of intent to sue to the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) for alleged violations of the Endangered Species Act (ESA), due to the hunting of gray wolves in Wyomings Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest. Near enough is not good enough, practice, stalk well, wait, pick your angles, and break bone. The .375 Ruger is a joint project between Hornady and Ruger, and it is the first big-game rifle cartridge to bear the Ruger name. That said, the wounding potential of any solid bullet design is always less than that of an expanding bullet. Of the conventional medium to heavy weight bullet designs the 250 and 300 grain Sierra Gameking bullets can prove immensely useful. The .375 Ruger was designed with the latest generation of powders in mind. That or seek a superior stock design. The efficiency of the cartridge actually yields a dual bonus. It is my opinion that the primary reason the .376 Steyr failed is because it didn't come close enough in performance. Powered by UBB.threads PHP Forum Software 7.7.5. As with most medium bores the .375 Ruger produces best results across all bullet weights with powders in the IMR / H 4350 range, though the faster Varget burn rate can work very well with light weight bullets. The new Sako Finnlight II sports an innovative stock and Cerakote metal paired with the terrific 85 action. Copyright 2000-2023 24hourcampfire.com, Inc. All Rights Reserved. (Ouch, just typing that line hurt me.) All rights reserved. By the same token wind drift is a major concern and to this end, the 2600fps load really is best used at close ranges. 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. Mossberg Patriot in 375 Ruger discontinued? Posts: 4,037. Mossberg Patriot .375 Ruger JakeH Jun 7, 2018 1 2 Next JakeH AH enthusiast Joined Jul 22, 2017 Messages 405 Reaction score 522 Location North Carolina Media 2 Hunting reports Africa 1 Member of NRA Hunted USA Jun 7, 2018 #1 Does anybody here have any firsthand experience with the Mossberg Patriot in .375 Ruger? 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. 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. Wayne had one in the Jim Hogue synthetic, the only difference from the version that will hit the market being that his still wore a 23-inch barrel rather than the 20-inch tube that will appear on the production model. I can handle it. It's OK, but, after all, the .375 H&H has been adequate since 1912, so I don't think that is what is most important about the new cartridge. Forerunners to the .375 Ruger are the .376 Steyr and the .375 Dakota. It happens to be significant for me personally because its only left-hand action is also .30-06 length. 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. It is worth noting that some rifles can exceed the averages listed here by up to or more than 100fps. .375 Ruger Loads At this time, Hornady and DoubleTap are the only two manufacturers that produce factory loaded .375 Ruger ammunition. The recommended rate of twist is one revolution in 12in (304.8mm). Cartridge standards for the .375 Ruger were issued by SAAMI in June 2007. 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. As I understand it, one of the goals for the 375 Ruger cartridge was to equal the performance of a 375 H&H out of a 24" barrel, but to do it with a 20" barrel. As far as I know, these are the only production lever rifles offered in .375 Winchester and the .375 caliber versions are long discontinued, although Winchester still offers .375 factory . 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. The Dakota, Ruger and Nosler cartridges are essentially wider versions of the basic 2.5 belted magnums (.264 Win Mag, 7mm Rem Mag, .338 Win Mag). This projectile can tackle heavy game, but here is where we can also run into trouble. of energy at the muzzle, making it adequate to handle all of the worlds game species. The Hornady bullets--on this hunt, fast 270-grain Interlocks and deep-penetrating 300-grain FMJs--performed perfectly, and thus the cartridge did as well. The tip of the DGS is flat to aid stability (prevent tumbling) during penetration but can also provide a small degree of hydraulic trauma during penetration. There have been many cartridges designed to compete or replace the .375 H&H, including the .375 Weatherby Magnum and its larger brother the .378 Weatherby Magnum, the .375 Dakota, the .376 Steyr and the .375 Remington Ultra Magnum; while all of them have a following, none have approached the flowing of the H&H design. And yes, the Sierra bullet can suffer very high weight loss at high impact velocities, but it kills well. No matter--Wayne and Ken came in well heeled. 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. *Hours vary by season & subject to change, Get Special Offers Delivered Right to Your Inbox. Kimber's Hunter Pro Desolve Blak takes the firm's more affordable mountain rifle to new heights. The 260 grain Nosler Accubond was designed for use on large bodied game. He shot like a machine, making difficult shots look easy and easy shots look like child's play. Having said this, small differences in bore tolerances within individual rifles can lead to a wider range of velocities. 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. 300 yard wind value (very) roughly doubles at 400 yards. Wayne Holt shot a very fine sable, also at last light. This allows the cartridge to have a greater case capacity than a belted magnum case given cases of equal length. Recoil is considerable. The .375 Ruger's slightly greater case capacity, and the "short fat" cartridge efficiency lead to increases in the neighborhood of 150 fps over the H&H cartridge.

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