what is the maximum range of a sniper rifle and what are the human limitations involved.?
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Max range is well over 1000 yards - I shoot my 308 at 1000 from time to time, and that's considered a moderate-powered rifle. 338 Lapua Magnum or 300 Winchester Magnum can reach well beyond a mile.\n\nAt those distances, there are really 4 factors that limit accuracy. Firstly, the precision of ranging equipment that is used. If I estimate a target at 1200 yards but it's really at 1400 yards, I might miss it entirely - or fire a shot at the knees rather than the chest.\n\nWind is another factor, and over a mile's distance the wind can vary. 300 yards out there might be a 10mph wind from the left, but there might also be a 5 mph wind from the right at 800 yards. This will have serious effect on the shot's path.\n\nThe accuracy of the rifle is important, too. Accuracy is generally measured in "minute of angle", or roughly 1 inch at 100 yards. So, a 1/4MOA rifle (fairly common among precision rifles) means the shot will vary by 1/4 inch at 100 yards. That also means that at 1400 yards, the bullet's impact can vary by up to 3.5 inches. That's enough to miss a marginal head shot, and that's under controlled conditions, which the sniper never has.\n\nThe last one is, of course, the sniper himself. At short distances the mere act of breathing can have an effect on the rifle; it will bob up and down in time to your lungs. There's a simple fix for that, though - stop breathing long enough to acquire the target and squeeze off the shot. There's a factor at long range that you can't overcome, though - your heartbeat. Your rifle will also move, ever so slightly, in time to your heartbeat because your blood vessels actually move you through hydraulic action. Just a bit, but enough. experienced long-range snipers will not lie prone, but actually prop themselves up just a bitso only their knee and elbow bones are touching the ground. Blood doesn't flow across those surfaces, so heartbeat doesn't move you as much. It's still visible because of your hands, but it's less than your arms or legs. Acquire the target, "learn" where your heatbeat is guiding the reticle, aim, and squeeze between beats.
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There is no single correct answer, and the useful answer is not found when discussing 'range.'\nHuman acuity is what you are curious about. This is a function of the sensitivity of the central retinal cells, the 'macula' which is the spot that sends detailed information to the brain. The more cones you have in the macula, and the more perfect the curvatures of the cornea and lens, the better your vision will be. \nThe best descriptor to use when seeking the best vision that people can have, the most important parameter is angular detection. In modern terms this would be the size of the pixels that the eye can detect. The smaller the pixels that can be sensed, then the farther away an object can be and still be seen. \nThe common reference for angular detection is called the 20-20 scale. It just means that if a person is 20 feet away from a character such as a letter 'E' of a certain size, can he tell if it is an E, or does he think it is a B or an H. The sharper the sensitivity of the eye, the smaller angular detection, then the farther away the 'E' can be and still be recognized.\nThere is a famous fighter pilot in WW II who could spot enemy airplanes farther away than most of the other pilots. He  says in his biography that he could actually see the machine gun bullets as they shot away from his plane toward the enemy plane he was shooting at. He became an 'Ace.' His name is Charles E. Yeager. He is also the first man to fly faster than sound.
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You have to shoot it from a far enough distance not to make it go farther than the half meter the bullet would cause it to go.It would also depend on where you hit the tin can. That would have an effect on it's travel.
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The M18A1 Claymore Antipersonnel Mine is a weapon often used by many countries around the world, named after the large Scottish sword, by the inventor, Norman A. MacLeod. The Claymore is designed to fire steel balls (shrapnel) out to about 100 meters (328 ft) across a 60° arc in front of the device, which stands just off the ground. It is designed primarily to be used in ambushes and as an anti-infiltration device against enemy infantry, however it is also of some use against soft-skinned vehicles.
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Yes. One of the snipers from the Princess Patricia Light Infantry Regiment had set a record for long distance shooting in Afghanistan last year (3,000 yards).\n\nHow's that for real military?
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Good for you. Teaching your daughter how to shoot a rifle will definitely show her self-control. It really depends, if you are going to be shooting 30 yards are less, I would recommend opens sights.(is better for her to be able to handle a rifle without a scope) If you are planning on get some long range kills I would recommend a scope that is designed for 50 yards and smaller. I would also recommend a bolt action rifle, it will teach her the meaning of one shot one kill, preserve ammo, and be less likely to jam and overheat. ( I know you already got her a a 22.cal but I would get a bolt action 22. as her next weapon. Ruger makes incredible 22. I have a 77/22 and it never had a flaw. Ignore the anti-gun people, they just don't understand the fun and relaxation of shooting. that is too bad. I went to your website... they are nice looking rifles... but I would go scope-less for now though or until she requests one. squirrels are small varmint which you have to be quick to get one in your sites, and for speed and steadiness I would go with the sites also. Happy shooting!
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There's this nuclear hand grenade, see?  It can create a crater 100 yds by 80 yds, see?  Only problem is that the average soldier can only throw a grenade 40 yds.\n\nBut, see: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/W79  Anything smaller is rather pointless, since the amount of fallout and other effects makes using a conventional weapon more appropriate.
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Sniper rifles:\nRegular 'sniper' rifles. Including scoped variants of regular weapons, dedicated designs, dedicated marksman variants, etc..\n\nAccuracy International Arctic Warfare Magnum \nAccuracy International Arctic Warfare Police \nAI AE \nAI Arctic Warfare / L96 \nAlex \nAMP TS DSR-1 \nArmalite AR10 \nBarrett M98 \nBeretta M501 \nBlaser 93 Tactical \nCheyTac Intervention \nCZ 700 \nEDM Arms Windrunner \nDakota Longbow T-76 \nDragunov SVD \nEnfield L42A1 & Enforcer \nEnfield No. 1 \nErma SR-100 \nFN 30-11 \nFN Police Rifle \nFN SPR \nFR F2 \nGalil Tzalafim (Galil sniper) \nHK MSG-90 \nHK PSG1 \nIMI SR-99 \nKAC SR-25&#92;Stoner SR-25 \nKnight SR-25 (see SR-25) \nMauser SP66 \nMauser 86SR \nM14 \nM16A2E3 (designated marksman accurized assault rifle) \nM21 \nM24 SWS \nM40 USMC sniper rifle \nM93 Black Arrow \nParker-Hale M82 & C3A1 \nPGM Ultima Ratio \nPGM Mini-Hecate .338 \nRAI / RAP model 300 \nRemington 700 \nRemington 700 PSS \nSako TRG \nSavage 10FP & 110FP \nSIG SG550 Sniper \nSig Sauer SR66 \nSig Sauer SR86 \nSig-Sauer SSG 2000 \nSig-Sauer SSG 3000 \nSIG SHR 970 \nSIG STR \nSSG-82 \nSteyr Scout Tactical \nSteyr SSG \nSteyr SSG 69 \nSVU \nSV-98 \nSV-99 \nTactical Ops Tango 51 \nTCI SR-89 (bull-pup sniper rifle) \nType 88 \nVapensmia NM149S \nVSK-94 \nVSS Vintorez \nWalther WA2000 \nZastava M76 \n[edit]\nLarge caliber:\n(.50 caliber and larger. Mainly for anti-matériel, counter-sniper, etc. work)\n\nAI Arctic Warfare .50 \nArmalite AR-50 \nBarrett M82A1 \nBarrett M82 \nBarrett M90 \nBarrett M95 \nBarrett M99 \nBlack Arrow M93 \nKSVK 12.7 \nM500 \nM600 \nM650 \nMechem NTW-20 \nOSV-96 \nPGM UR Hecate II \nRT-20 \nSteyr IWS 2000 \nSteyr .50 HS \nSVN-98 \nTor (WKW Wilk) \nTruvelo .50 \nZastava M93 \nI hope this helps
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Probably zero.  Just like all the past months.\n\nHint: How can your 'sniper' be killing more soldiers than the total number that died that month?\n\nThis 'sniper' is a myth.
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Maximum effective range is 5700 meters and was adopted by the USMC in 1986. See below link for further details.
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Not accurate at that range. try a 7.62mm
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Projectile range would be the equivalent of horizontal distance.\nThe forces involved are gravity (acting on the projectile's mass in the vertical direction), and the "push" from the initial thrust.\n\nAs the angle of the firing position increases above the horizontal, more of the initial push is used to combat gravity.\n\nIf the angle is too low, the projectile will meet the ground before it's maximum range (not enough action against gravity).\n\nFor most projectiles, the optimum angle is between 42 and 45 degrees (depending on the strength of the initial impetus). This is because the trajectory approximates a parabola.\n\nWith the given choices, the answer will have to be 45 degrees (answer B)...
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Bound's hubby here:\n\nFirst, be aware of the hunting laws where you plan to hunt. For example, Pennsylvania prohibits the use of semi-automatic rifles, hence the Garand would be useless. \n\nYou do not identify the conditions you will be hunting under. That will have a big bearing on your choice. Personally, I would recommend the .308 over the .30-06. In an average shooter's hands, both can be expected to drop game to 500 yards. Performance wise, they are near equals. \n\nWith respect to rifles, you get what you pay for. Of readily available bolt rifles, I would lean towards the Remington 700 line. Personally, I would suggest the 700 Varmint in .308, but for hunting alone a 700 BDL or a Model Seven in .308 would be quite sufficient. \n\nEDITED TO ADD:\n\nA point to consider ... Remington's 700 Varmint is the chasis for the U.S.M.C.'s M40 series sniper rifles. I built my 700 Varmint as a 1000 yard target rifle. I can place 20 shots at 1000 yards in under 14". With appropriate ammo, the round has sufficient terminal velocity to drop deer or similar sized game (Marine's have dropped untold number of men at this range). I know hunting deer at 1000 yards is irresponsible ... I just included this statement to show that it could be done! I do hunt with this rifle.\n\nAs an aside, if you are an American citizen, and meet the qualifications, you can purchase an M1 Garand from the Civilian Marksmanship Program (link below) starting at $300 and averaging $450, depending upon receiver manufacturer and grade!\n\nGood luck and good hunting.
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Bound's hubby here:\n\nYou pose a very interesting question. By "sport" rifle, I am presuming your use would be for either target shooting or hunting. If you are looking for accuracy, lean towards a commercial bolt action rifle, not military surplus. There are many devices which can be added to commercial bolt action rifles that can make them more accurate and more competitive, and these devices generally are not available for military surplus rifles. \n\nMy recommendation to you would be to purchase a Remington 700 VLS varmint rifle in .308 Winchester. The Remington is a very accurate rifle and provides an excellent chasis for target shooting, with little or no modification. The Remington 700 VLS varmint rifle is very accurate. I have an older 700 Varmint, and in its factory stock or the HS Precision stock, was capable of 1 minute accuracy, if I did my part. I have a Remington 700 Varmint which I use for 1000 yard competition, and am very satisfied with it.\n\nThe .308 Winchester cartridge is an excellent target round, and in the Military match configurations (M852 - Sierra 168 grain MatchKing or M118LR - Sierra 175 grain MatchKing) you have a proven match load to at least 1000 yards.\n\nWith the above rifle, as a target rifle, I would suggest you add:\nA high comb target stock ... about $150.00\nMetallic target sights ... about $300.00 (if you want to shoot iron sight matches)\nA Long Rangle specialty scope base/rear sight base ... $110.00\nA very good Leupold target scope ... about $800.00\n\nWith the above rifle, for long range hunting, I would suggest you add:\nA Leupold or Redfield JR. 1 piece scope base with rings ... about $60.00\nA Good Leupold 8 or 10 power scope ... about $800.00\n\nYou can rig out this Remington for about $1500 to $2000 and be very competitive, and have a very versatile long range hunting rifle.\n\nGood Luck!\n\nEdited To Add: Bipods in NRA Long Range Competitions are not permitted. (Unless "F-Class" is offered).
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Firing the weapon vertically...\n\nV^2 = Vo^2 + 2gh\n0 = 600^2 + 2(-9.81)h\nh = 18.348 km ; where h is the maximum height reached by the bullet\n\nThe work done by firing this bullet to reach the max height is...\n\nW = mgh\nW = (5 gf) (9.81 m/s^2) (18.348 km)\n\nBTW, 5 gf? What the fcuk is that? I'll just assume this as 5 grams.\n\nW = 900 N-m or Joules\n\nPower is the rate of doing work. Power therefore is equal to...\n\nP = W x bullets fired per min.\nP = 900 x 250 bullets / 60 secs\nPower = 3,750 Joules per sec or watts.
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It varies very widely - it all depends.\n\nSome handgun projectiles are as slow as 600 feet per second.\n\nSome rifle projectiles are as fast as 5000 feet per second.\n\n(Tell him much faster than a race car!)
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go to a range.  set up a\n\nhere...\n\nhttp://hunting.about.com/od/guns/ht/htsightin.htm