Mossberg MVP .223

I don't have one, but I sure would like to see pics if you can post 'em!

1:9 might like as heavy as 69gr. 62 for sure. I would try some SMK or game kings. My 1:9 AR likes the 68 and 69gr. I have not tried any heavier in that gun.

1:9 twist, I would bet on 55gr shooting the best. The heavier weights (69gr, 72gr) most often shoot well in 1:7.

I have both Models of MVP the Predator and the Varmint.







I find (as far as accuracy is concerned) they prefer bullets between 40 and 55 grains.

They both have an affinity for the Hornady 50 grain ZMAX/VMAX line of bullets and tend to shoot them very well at just about any speed.

I have gotten good accuracy with Sierra 65 Spitzers as well but most bullets above 60 grains tended to not shoot as well as the Sierra's.

I have used them both for Coyote hunting and they perform well for me.

I haven't had any problems in several thousand rounds through each and find they are accurate and rugged enough for my purposes.

The only criticism I have is that the Predator model's length of pull is fairly short (I'm 6 feet tall).

I added length to the stock here of late by using a Hogue slip on but pad that lengthens it about an inch or so and that makes it a perfect fit for me.

Other than that there's been no negatives with mine and I think you will enjoy yours immensely.

I am of the belief that the action is a great deal stronger than a M-4 so it would be safe [ I hope & believe ] to shoot 5.56 X 45 rounds through this.

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These rifles have 5.56 chambers per factory specs.

scaatylobo said:

This is a pic of a Winchester lever gun in 30-30 standard rifle at top

Next is a Ruger Scout rifle in .308

Bottom one and solo are the Mossberg MVP in .223.

I am of the belief that the action is a great deal stronger than a M-4 so it would be safe [ I hope & believe ] to shoot 5.56 X 45 rounds through this.

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Very nice collection, indeed! Congrats on the new Mossberg!

Groups with mine run about an inch or so at 100 yards with good quality 40-55 grain bullets.

Here's a pic of a 10 round group fired at 100 yards with my MVP Varmint:



Accurate but not "exceptionally" accurate.

Based on my experience with my MVP's, I feel if I slowed down my firing rate and concentrated a little harder I could probably shrink that another 10%.

Certainly accurate for varmint hunting and jackrabbit control:

This one was killed at 300 yards:

I really like the concept and look of these new rifles from Mossberg. May I ask where did you find one and what are the street prices? Overall I think if someone spent some time messing about with one checking the bedding etc they will most likely shoot better.

May I ask where did you find one and what are the street prices?

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I bought mine locally about a year and a half ago for about $550 OTD.

My LGS has 3 in stock (2 Varmints and a Predator) all priced @ $590.00.

They are all over Gunbroker priced about the same (some a little more/some a little less).

http://www.gunbroker.com/Bolt-Action-Rifles/BI.aspx?Keywords=*mossberg+MVP

What kind of trigger and trigger pull weight does the MVP have?

What kind of trigger and trigger pull weight does the MVP have?

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The MVP series of rifles uses a trigger that is user adjustable and designed along the lines of Savages Accutrigger.

Both of mine adjust two a weight of about 2.5 ponds and break clean with no over travel.

As soon as the Patrol Rifle MVP is released, I'll look into it. I love a bolt action that has back up iron sights (truly there is no reason for any rifle to omit sights).