Which is better for a long range varmint gun the .223 or the 22-250? I want to use it on prairie dogs and 'yotes. I saw some pictures of the new Tikka varmints...SWEET! Looks like they'll be available in .223, .22-250, and .308. Pretty sure I don't want the .308, so that narrows it down to the other two.
Both would be fine for the application you mentioned. I would choose the 22-250 as I believe it has a bit more range than the .223. Either way you can't go wrong. IMHO
If you want to compare two cal. its better to compare the 22.250 to the 220 swift not .223. And both are great long range cal. The .220 swift has been the standard for which many manufactures have compared there round too. give it a look.
I have both. The 22-250 has a higher velocity and a little better range but the .223 is dirt cheap to shoot. I also get a little better accuracy with the .223 factory ammo. If you are reloading I would go with the 22-250.
I don't reload at the moment, but do plan on starting soon. The varmint rifle is on the back burner for a little while as I'm buying something bigger for elk. Just saw some pictures of the new Tikka varmint rifle and started drooling. That got me wondering about which was the better caliber. Thanks for all the input.
Buy them both if you can. The 22-250 is the better choice for longer range shooting.
I own them both, I shoot the 223 more often than he 22-250. I just like the idea of burning less powder & keeping my barrel cool longer.
.223 or 22-250?
