Top 5 Most Accurate Long Range Hunting Rifles

If you finally drew that coveted tag and are planning for your next big game hunting adventure, don't overlook one of the most important tools at your disposal--your hunting rifle. We would love to help you find the perfect long-range rifle for your next big game hunt. Here are a few factors and features to evaluate when selecting your new rifle, along with our picks for the best long-range hunting rifles.

Barrels

A quality barrel is one of the most important factors in a gun’s accuracy. With today’s technology, there are many adequate options for long-distance precision. While there are many factors that go into a good barrel, here are a few things to look for.

Twist Rate – Twist rate is the number of inches it takes for a bullet to spin once in a barrel. For example, a 1:7 twist means the bullet does a full twist every 7 inches of the barrel. Your bullet weight, combined with the twist of the barrel, plays a major role in long-range accuracy.

Fluted Barrels – Fluted barrels can play a major role in your long-range hunting success. Fluted barrels offer reduced weight and improved heat dissipation for more accurate follow-up shots.

Threaded Muzzle – Threaded muzzles open your rifle up to a range of accuracy-enhancing features such as muzzle brakes. Many of your favorite rifle manufacturers, like Bergara, Tikka, and Christensen Arms, offer threaded barrels.

Barrel Length – Barrel length can have effects on the accuracy and overall weight of your hunting setup. It is essential to select a barrel length that provides the optimal balance for your needs.

Triggers

Having a trigger that fits your needs can improve your comfort level when shooting, along with your accuracy. You’ll need to determine if a single-stage or double-stage trigger works best for you. You may also want to consider an adjustable trigger that allows you to customize the trigger pull.

Stock

Having the right stock can add the extra precision needed for those long-distance shots at the edge of your gun’s effective range. Features like adjustable cheekpieces, length of pull spacers, and the proper grip can take you to another level of shooting accuracy!

Optics

While not directly correlated to the performance of your rifle, the right scope and scope mounts play a big role in your hunting success and accuracy. Be sure to get a scope that can hold zero and has the proper reticle and magnification to meet your needs. Luckily, MidwayUSA carries scopes from trusted brands like Vortex, Leupold, Burris, and more!

Ammo

No matter how good your rifle is, it will never perform to its potential without good ammo. Choose from a range of ammunition from brands like Barnes, Hornady, Federal Premium, and more for the tightest groups on the range or in the field.

All of these factors play a major role in the accuracy of your rifle, along with the overall skill of the shooter. It is important to know your limits and get plenty of practice before a long-range hunting trip. Here are our favorite long-range rifles, from budget options to the finest precision rifles on the market!
1

Seekins Precision HAVAK Pro Hunter PH2 Bolt Action Rifle

The Seekins Precision HAVAK Pro Hunter PH2 rifle features a lightweight carbon composite stock and hand-bedded barreled action This rifle is able to handle mother nature's extreme conditions providing the hunter with repeatable accuracy and Seekins' unparalleled reliability.

 

Features

  • Integrated recoil lug
  • M16 style extractor
  • 4 locking lugs, 90-degree bolt throw
  • Removable bolt head (Magnum or Standard)
  • 20 MOA Picatinny rail with 8-32 screws (five)

 

What Customers Are Saying

Really happy with the purchase

Took some time but finally got this in 6.5cm. First time out had 3 shots to zero and then started putting up groups with NF NXS. Consistently under 1"-0.75" with Hornady PH and actually had one group that was just a ragged hole. The first day. Bolt is still breaking in so a little rough at times, the trigger was crisp and the magazine eject is going to take some getting used to (inside of the trigger guard so you eject by pushing your trigger finger foward). The sling connectors are magpul, which I don't think I saw during the buying process so make sure you have some at home. Very much recommend the gun.
- The old dad, 5/9/2022 Shop Now
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Christensen Arms Mesa Long Range Bolt Action Rifle

The Christensen Arms Mesa Long Range was designed for dedicated precision shooters and long range hunters. The sturdy and ergonomic platform relies on a medium palma contour steel barrel paired with an adjustable carbon fiber composite gunstock and features a seamless removable side-baffle muzzle brake. The Mesa Long Range is backed by the Christensen Arms Sub-MOA Guarantee.

 

Features

  • Barrel with a medium Palma Contour
  • Stainless Steel Seamless Side-Baffle Brake
  • STD Rem 700 Optics Base Compatible
  • Skeletonized Bolt Handle
  • Trigger Tech Trigger

What Customers Are Saying

Everybody should own one!

I purchased this gun as a hunting rifle. Where I hunt sometimes getting under 500 yards can't be done due to terrain and timber. I bought this based on the ballistics of the Hornady 143 ELD-X. The rifle is heavier than I would like for climbing mountains in Idaho. However, that's not a make or break it for me and I got use to it after the first few hours. I like the weight of it for farther shots. I bought this rifle just before Covid struck so getting a load tuned for it took some time. After getting a load ready I set up a range out to 900 yards and started practicing. This rifle and bullet combination worked absolutely great! The recoils is compared to any of my 5.56 rifles. This means my rifle stayed on target and I could witness my hits. This also means my wife likes to shoot this rifle too. The adjustable comb and stock are nice options. The rifle fits right every time. I don't think you can go wrong with this gun. During load development most of my rounds were MOA. My final 3 shot group was .2 ...
- Big B, 11/12/2020 Shop Now
3

Bergara B-14 HMR Bolt Action Rifle

Although there are many rifles on the market today, Bergara wanted to focus on one thing: quality. The B-14 rifles were inspired by the desire to bring the quality that Bergara was known for in the custom rifle world to production rifles made for all hunters. In the B-14 rifle, you will find a level of craftsmanship that surpasses all of the other production hunting rifles on the market.

The B-14 HMR rifle features an integrated mini-chassis molded into the stock to give the rifle repeatable bedding and accuracy. It also supports a fully free-floated barrel to achieve optimal precision. The Bergara Hunting and Match rifles are built to offer a rifle for both hunters and competition shooters that can perform incredibly in either situation. The stock features an adjustable cheekpiece and length of pull spacers. Built in Spain at a highly automated and efficient barrel factory, this rifle delivers a level of quality and performance that is unmatched in its price range.

The world-renowned Bergara barrel on this long range precision rifle is complemented by the super-smooth B-14 Action, which is a two-lug system with a sliding plate extractor and a coned bolt nose and breech to ensure a smooth feeding and extraction of the cartridge. It’s also outfitted with a Bergara curved trigger designed to guarantee a crisp, clean pull every time you fire the rifle. The trigger comes set at about three pounds. It has been factory drilled and tapped to fit Remington 700 style rings and bases. A 5-round AICS detachable magazine is standard with the HMR rifle. QD flush cups are included in the stock to allow for easy attachment and detachment of slings.

 

  

Features

  • Bergara HMR Molded Stock with Mini-Chassis
  • Integrated QD Flush Cup Mounts
  • Adjustable Cheek Piece
  • Adjustable length-of-pull
  • Bergara Performance Trigger
  • AICS Detachable 5 Round Magazine



What Customers Are Saying

Excellent Rifle

I ordered this rifle from Midway USA and have owned it two weeks now and put 50 rounds of ammo through it. Both this Bergara B-14 and my Savage 110 Desert Tactical produces 3/8"- 1/2" groups at 100 yards with my reloads using Hornady 140 ELD-X bullets, CCI 200 primers, and IMR 4350 or Alliant Reloader 19 powder in Hornady 6.5 Creedmoor cases. The Bergara B-14 HMR has a heavier barrel and much better stock but the Savage 110 has the superior trigger. Both of these fine rifles are keepers.
- Docsavfan, 3/30/2021 Shop Now
4

Tikka T3x Hunter Bolt Action Rifle

The Tikka T3x Hunter is designed for the shooter who appreciates the warm feel of a wooden stock combined with solid performance. The T3x Hunter offers an extensive caliber selection for hunting and sport-shooting purposes. It is built with traditional principles and modern innovation, providing you with a new level of accuracy, reliability, and enjoyment. Stainless versions featured a fluted barrel for improved accuracy and less weight in the field.

 

What Customers Are Saying

Very Fine Rifle

I purchased this Rifle because I Like WOOD! I chose 6.5 Creedmore...3/4 " groups right out of box we'll balanced and a pleasure to shoot Beautiful Rifle
- Bushberg, 12/16/2019 Shop Now
5

Christensen Arms Ridgeline FFT Titanium Bolt Action Rifle

The Christensen Arms Ridgeline FFT Titanium Bolt Action Centerfire Rifle combines a precision titanium action with a Christensen signature carbon fiber barrel for an exceptionally lightweight rifle. The firearm features a titanium side baffle brake, spiral fluted bolt, and an FFT Sporter stock with a satin metallic gray accent finish. The Ridgeline FFT Titanium Edition weighs in starting at 4.8 pounds and is backed by the Christensen Arms Sub-MOA Guarantee.

 

Features

  • Match Chamber
  • Hand Lapped
  • Button Rifled
  • Free Floating
  • STD 6-48 Rem 700 Optics Base Compatible
  • Enlarged Ejection Port
  • Trigger Tech Trigger
  • Stainless Steel Bedding Pillars

What Customers Are Saying

Great rifle, after it was sent back to the Manufacturer

When I received the rifle I followed the Christensen Arms break in procedure. Even after doing this the rifle could barely do 1.5" MOA @ 100 yards. I contacted Christensen Arms about it and they had me send it in. 6 weeks past and I received the firearm back. They had to put a new barrel on it and thoroughly tested it and claimed that it would shoot sub-moa with Factory Barnes 180 grain TTSX ammo. They were both right and wrong. The rifle does shoot sub moa, but with that ammo they used it actually shoots sub half moa. It stinks that I had to do this for a brand new rifle, but they did correct the issue in a relatively short amount of time.
- Mick, 10/12/2022 Shop Now