30-06 recoil
 

I currently have a rifle in.270win and am considering purchasing a rifle in 30-06 Springfield.
My question is if there is much recoil difference between the two.

Thanks,
Copperdog

RE: 30-06 recoil
 

On paper yes, in the real world, no.

RE: 30-06 recoil
 

Hello Copperdog. No. Regards, Rick.

RE: 30-06 recoil
 

I actually think there is a lot of difference. To mea 30-06 kicks A LOT more then a .270. I think probably about the same as my 7mm Rem Mag.

RE: 30-06 recoil
 

In My Opinon, those two calibers are way too similar, I think you should get a 7mm Rem. Mag. instead of a 30-06.

RE: 30-06 recoil
 

The total weight of the gun/scope and stock style have a lots of impact on "felt recoil!" A light rifle and lighter cartridge combo can feel as hard as a larger gun/cal. combo!

RE: 30-06 recoil
 

I've shot both, and in the guns I've fired, no.

RE: 30-06 recoil
 

Not really, just depends on the weight and type of powder charge used in the cartrige. Try firing simple soft points then move up to like an Accubond and you will see what I mean.

RE: 30-06 recoil
 

About 17.5 lbs for the 270 and about 20 lb for the 30-06.

RE: 30-06 recoil
 

JB, if all things are equal (including bullet weight) a 2.5 lb. differential should not be very noticeable. A lighter weight .270 may have more felt recoil than a heavier '06.
I really can't feel much difference between my lightweight .308 compared to my heavier 7MM RM.