04-30-2020, 05:07 PM
I went through a similar process. In trying to decide barrel length, I found this comparison test:
https://rifleshooter.com/2016/02/6-5-cre...creedmoor/
I ultimately went with an 18" Craddock Precision Criterion with Rifle +1" gas system since I'd only give up around 100FPS on average compared to a 22" barrel. For your purposes, you'd only lose around 50FPS (on average) going from 22" to 20". Depending on your load, you should have an effective hunting range of around 500+ yards or so. For what it's worth, I usually lean towards the shortest barrel that will be effective for my intended use. Good luck!
https://rifleshooter.com/2016/02/6-5-cre...creedmoor/
I ultimately went with an 18" Craddock Precision Criterion with Rifle +1" gas system since I'd only give up around 100FPS on average compared to a 22" barrel. For your purposes, you'd only lose around 50FPS (on average) going from 22" to 20". Depending on your load, you should have an effective hunting range of around 500+ yards or so. For what it's worth, I usually lean towards the shortest barrel that will be effective for my intended use. Good luck!