Choosing the best rifle for long range hunting can make or break your hunt. At distances beyond 500 yards, even the smallest design detail—barrel quality, trigger break, or stock geometry—can decide whether your shot hits true or sails. But thanks to modern engineering, Divide Gun Company can design setups that combine lightweight portability with quarter-MOA accuracy, giving you confidence to take clean, ethical shots deep in the backcountry.
If you’ve ever struggled to balance weight, precision, and field reliability, you’re not alone. This precision hunting rifle guide breaks down how to choose an instrument built for accuracy, durability, and performance—no matter the terrain or pursuit.
Lightweight, long range rifles are designed to perform in conditions where accuracy and consistency matter most.
At 300-1,000 yards, a well-chosen rifle gives you:
Please Note: Conditions and a shooter’s ability are major factors in accuracy when shooting long range.
The best hunting rifles achieve custom-grade accuracy without sacrificing durability. They’re engineered to perform in the real world, not just on the bench. Divide Gun Company embodies this philosophy through precision machining and field-tested design, ensuring every model is hand-fit and accuracy-tested before it reaches your hands.
Looking for a proven build? Explore the FreemanX TI long-range hunting rifle — Divide’s flagship precision platform, purpose-built for backcountry accuracy.
Accuracy is the heart of any long range rifle for hunting. It all comes down to how well every component works together.
What affects accuracy:
Understanding rifle accuracy means recognizing that, even with perfect machining, shooter skill and optics play a major role.
You’ll often hear accuracy described in Minute of Angle (MOA)—a unit of measure representing roughly one inch of shot spread at 100 yards.
Factory vs. Divide Ammo:
Every ounce matters on a multi-day mountain hunt. The key is striking the right balance between lightness and shootability. A lightweight long range rifle is easier to carry over steep terrain, but too little mass can increase recoil and reduce stability.
Quick tips:
Divide’s products are engineered for that sweet spot—light enough to be a backcountry precision rifle yet solid enough to anchor a steady shot.
When conditions turn rough, your rifle needs to endure moisture, grit, and impact. Divide’s builds are field-proven for toughness and longevity.
Divide Actions:
These materials ensure each Divide rifle can handle extreme weather, repeated use, and years of backcountry abuse without loss of precision.
Comfort equals consistency, especially when shooting from prone or offhand positions. Divide prioritizes ergonomics so you can shoot naturally in any terrain.
Divide Ergonomic Features:
Choosing the right caliber is one of the most critical steps in selecting the best rifle for long range hunting. Your cartridge determines not only how far you can shoot, but also how effectively the bullet transfers energy to the target.
A proper match between caliber, game size, and terrain can mean the difference between a clean, ethical kill and a missed opportunity.
| Caliber | Ideal Game | Recoil Level | Notable Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6.5 Creedmoor | Deer, Antelope, Sheep | Light | Flat trajectory, high ballistic coefficient, manageable recoil |
| 7mm PRC | Elk, Deer, Sheep | Moderate | Excellent downrange energy, great for windy conditions |
| .300 PRC | Elk, Moose | Heavy | Superior long-range power and stability at 1,000+ yards |
Built for control and simplicity, Divide Gun Company offers 2-Port Muzzle Brake, adapter, and suppressor system that tames recoil and muzzle rise, reduces perceived noise, and gives you faster follow-up and greater comfort behind the gun.
Divide’s build-to-order system allows you to select the ideal caliber for your terrain and hunting style, giving you total control over ballistic performance.
A rifle’s barrel is its heartbeat. Even small imperfections in machining or alignment can affect group size. Divide rifles are crafted with obsessive attention to precision from start to finish.
Divide’s Precision Build Process Includes:
Barrel Options:
No rifle can perform at its potential without quality optics. In long-range shooting, your glass is as important as your barrel.
Optical Quality Guidelines:
Key Features to Look For:
Recommended Accessories:
When paired with Divide’s precision barrels, the right optic can transform a capable rifle into a true long-range instrument.
Even the most advanced long-range rifle is only as good as its setup. Once you’ve chosen your rifle, it’s essential to test and tune it to your optics, ammunition, and terrain.
Divide Gun Company’s one-off, hand-fit process ensures that every rifle is test-fired and verified for precision before it ships. Each build undergoes a series of quality checks — bore alignment, torque calibration, and live-fire grouping — to meet Divide’s strict performance guarantee.
If you want to customize your rifle further, Divide offers adjustable configurations for:
Every rifle is crafted for your hunt, your terrain, and your goals. Learn more about Divide’s FreemanX TI long range rifle, built to perform at extreme ranges.
If you’re using a suppressor, clean it more frequently than unsuppressed rifles. Suppressed guns collect carbon buildup faster as residue travels back down the barrel. Regular cleaning preserves accuracy and extends barrel life.
Clean your rifle after every few boxes of rounds. Don’t forget the carbon ring, which forms near the chamber and can affect both pressure and precision. Every Divide customer receives personal guidance from Todd, Divide’s owner and founder, on proper cleaning and care techniques.
Each Divide rifle is shipped in a Pelican hard case with custom foam cutouts, ensuring a perfect fit and maximum protection during travel and storage.
Absolutely. Every Divide Gun product comes backed by the Divide Guarantee — our commitment to craftsmanship, accuracy, and reliability.
Finding the best rifle for long range hunting isn’t about chasing specs — it’s about finding the perfect balance of accuracy, reliability, and feel. Whether you’re shooting 300 or 1,000 yards, your rifle should inspire confidence every time you pull the trigger.
Divide Gun rifles are engineered for serious hunters who demand uncompromising precision. From DLC-coated titanium actions to cryo-treated barrels, every component is crafted to perform under pressure.
Explore the FreemanX TI long-range hunting rifle and experience precision without compromise.
