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The longer the barrel allows several things:
- Higher velocity bullets ( From better containing of burning propellant )
- The longer barrel help the bullet become and stay stable thus creating a more accurate firearm
- The higher mass of the long weapon helps control and direct the recoil
- The longer weapon allows more stable and accurate aiming
The longer barrel allows the use of flash suppression and gas redirection with out risking the operators health
What else can I help you with?
How long is the barrel on a sterling model 1400 22 long rifle?
580mm, or 22.83 inches. Rather long barrel for a .22 rifle.
What is a firearm with a long barrel?
A rifle
How long is the barrel of a m4 rifle?
14.5 inches on the actual M4 rifle.
What makes a gun a rifle?
Basically they are the same. But a long Barrel and a long shoulder stock make a gun a Rifle.
A gun with a long barrel?
Rifle, handgun and shotgun can all have "long" barrels
What is the difference between a rifle and a shotgun?
A rifle is a long gun with a rifled barrel designed for accuracy at long distances, while a shotgun is a long gun with a smoothbore barrel designed for shooting multiple projectiles at close range.
Can a .22 magnum bullet be shot in a .22 long rifle barrel?
No
What makes a good long range rifle?
A really good barrel is the beginning.
Do you still make the gun with the interchangeable rifle and shotgun barrel?
I do not personally, but yes, there is a single shot rifle that can have the rifle barrel replaced with a shotgun barrel.
How long was a barrel on a Kentucky long rifle?
The barrel of a Kentucky long rifle typically ranged from 36 to 48 inches in length, with many averaging around 42 inches. This length contributed to the rifle's accuracy and range, making it favored for hunting and marksmanship in the 18th and early 19th centuries. The longer barrel allowed for improved ballistics and a more stable flight path for the projectile.
What is the age and value of a Model 1915 serial M752?
Who made it, what caliber is it, is it a rifle, shotgun or hadgun, how long is the barrel, is the barrel round or octagon, what is the stock made out of, what is the serial number(if any)? Who made it, what caliber is it, is it a rifle, shotgun or hadgun, how long is the barrel, is the barrel round or octagon, what is the stock made out of, what is the serial number(if any)?
What is the standard barrel lenghth for a long range rifle?
Your question is to vague. What do you mean by "long range? Depenidng on that answer, barrel length could be from 24 inches on up.
