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Ranger Delta 32 Magnum

 

 

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A few Ballistic Specs (added 5-3-03)

Keep in mind: this Delta 32 Magnum can be turned down - the 32 Delta can't be turned up .... (the machinery must be designed and built in up front). I tell folks to buy the power version that they'll actually use. The Magnum has the most versatility "if" you think you will use the feature. You may not need it, in which case, the 32 Delta is lighter and less costly.

The Specs.

Prior to shipping this Shrouded Delta 32 Magnum, I ran a few additional tests. I've just ran across the documentation in the shop journals the other day, while answering a customer's questions. Thought you may be interested.

This rifle was equipped with a simple power adjust system. I turned it way down and recorded the following:

2,800 psi fill, lightest spring setting, 61.2 grain Hornets (unsized - as cast).

I then fired 16 shots between 890 and 965 fps

That's an average of 927.5 fps or 116.9 fpe

I ran a total of 19 shots. At the end, 1,100 psi remained.

Now - that's an extreme long run (with 75 fps variation total). You pick the tightest segment of the plateau for the longest range target work. The sweet spot of the plateau will be very closely metered and consistent. However: Everyone is always asking me "how many shots?" and they are usually pretty sure they "need" just one more. So, here's what's possible. Now, if you are shooting out to maybe 40 yards, you could use all of these. You won't notice the velocity change very much. That's a 1,700 psi reservoir drop and displays excellent big bore metering. The sweet spot of the curve will show about 10 very tight velocity numbers within about 10-15 fps.

Turned up on full power, the rifle delivered about 8 tight shots with 102 grain Bishops for about 875 fps for 173.4 fpe. It also delivered 5-7 hot shots with 70.6 grain Falcons @ approx. 950 fps for 141.5 fpe. Max power was recorded in open barrel form with the 115 grain pepper grinder slug @ 890 fps for 202.3 fpe.

Supersonic velocities (1113 fps) with simple round ball, were achieved even with very little spring.


 

At the Range 3-12-02

First time outside the shop for the Ranger Delta.

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As you recall ... this rifle is headed South. I had this green marker in my shirt pocket ... well ....

That's 3 @ 50 yards, early in the session.

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Doing well @ 80 yards with Barnes 70.6 grain Falcons

 

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It was going well, so I reached out to 100 yards with the Falcons today. As I say, this "Delta" Class was just completed last evening. The first range session was today. You get the news here while it's fresh.

 

 direct e-mail link: Delta@glbarnes.com