What is the difference between 0 MOA and 20 MOA scope mount?

We recommend 0 MOA for shorter distance shooting (0-500 yards). For long distance shooting we recommend 20 MOA (500-1000 yards). The 20 MOA angled downward mount will allow you to see and zero where your bullet will strike over a long distance like 1000 yards.

What is scope base MOA?

Technically speaking, MOA stands for “Minute of Angle” – a measurement of angle equal to 1/60th of one degree. In practical terms, MOA refers to how much the scope base is tilted relative to the axis of the barrel. This means that with a flat or 0 MOA base, you can only use about half of your scope’s adjustment range.

Is a 20 MOA base necessary?

Why would anyone need a 20MOA base? A 20MOA base is only needed for certain applications. When a shooter is adjusting the elevation dial on the scope for ranges longer than what the gun is zeroed for, at some point, they will run out of elevation in the scope. In many instances this is around 600 yards, give or take.

What scope ring height do I need?

To select the correct height ring calculate the height of half of the riflescope’s widest point (normally the objective bell of the scope), you will then need to know the height from the bottom of the ring mount to the middle of the ring mount, select the ring mount height that is just over half of your riflescopes …

Are Picatinny and Weaver the same?

the basic difference between the weaver and picatinny slot dimension is that the picatinny has a slightly wider, and slightly deeper slot. A weaver style base may have only one or two slots, and the placement of the slot can be anywhere on the base.

Does the US military use MOA or MRAD?

Those that prefer the metric system will find MRAD calculations easier, while if you use the imperial system, an MOA scope is ideal. Even though the two styles are very close in accuracy, the wide majority of shooters prefer MRAD due to the fact that it’s standardized in the military.

How much space should be between scope and barrel?

Our recommendation is no less than 1/8th of an inch of clearance between the bottom of the objective and the top of the barrel.

Which is better 20 MOA or base scope?

The 20 MOA rail will allow you to use any style rings or mount and achieve the angular advantage for distance. On the other hand, If you want to trade the scope among different rifles, it could be to your personal advantage if you have it mounted in a 20 MOA mount. It really doesn’t matter to the scope though.

Where does the base go on a 20 MOA?

A 20MOA base is canted down in the front toward the barrel. By canting the base down in the front, this is what allows for more usable elevation adjustment in the scope. To many shooters who are not familiar with the concept, canting a scope down in front sounds incorrect. They feel it makes more sense to them if the scope is pointed up.

What’s the elevation of a 35 MOA scope?

You should be able to get out to around 1100 before you run out of elevation with your current 35 moa available. Add in a 20 moa base and you get 55 up and 15 down. 55 moa will get you out to around 1400 which is where your bullet will really start to struggle as its becoming subsonic.

Do you need a Warne scope for a 20moa rifle?

If you are in the market for a solid, precise, American made 20MOA mount for your long range rifle, Warne Scope Mounts is your first and last stop for going the distance, and making every shot count.