.223 load data

[buck3050]

I looking for a good load for .223. I would be shooting a heavy bullet such as 70-80 grain bullet. What powder, bullet, case and primer suggestions. Thanks for ya'll help.

 

[CloudStrife]

Try these online data guides
http://data.hodgdon.com/cartridge_load.asp
http://www.alliantpowder.com/reloaders/RecipeList.aspx?gtypeid=2

I haven't used it yet, but from comparing just the numbers I decided to go with Varget for .308/5.56

 

[Ritten]

Lake City brass, Sm Wolf primer (Rem 7 1/2, CCI BR4), 24.1gr R-15, 77gr Sierra Match King. Same set up but 24 grains of R-15 for the 80gr Match Kings. I've been shooting this with both Lapua and LC brass and haven't seen any pressure signs IN MY RIFLE. Reduce by 10% and work up in yours just to be safe.

 

[dzelenka]

Lake City brass, Sm Wolf primer (Rem 7 1/2, CCI BR4), 24.1gr R-15, 77gr Sierra Match King. Same set up but 24 grains of R-15 for the 80gr Match Kings. I've been shooting this with both Lapua and LC brass and haven't seen any pressure signs IN MY RIFLE. Reduce by 10% and work up in yours just to be safe.

The 24.1 is our my standard load. If your gun won't shoot this, check for gun problems.

 

[jgreco15]

Try these online data guides
http://data.hodgdon.com/cartridge_load.asp
http://www.alliantpowder.com/reloaders/RecipeList.aspx?gtypeid=2

I haven't used it yet, but from comparing just the numbers I decided to go with Varget for .308/5.56

When looking at data.hodgdon.com, I can only find data on the 1:12" twist. Do you know of any place for data on a 1:9 twist?

 

[mike308]

With your 1:9 barrel you would be looking at bullets in the 75gr or less you could try 77. Best way is to look in any manual and see what standard loads are for the particular powder/bullet weight you plan on using. Then load up some rounds with varying charges to try out-starting on the lower side and working your way up to the upper end. You can do .5gr increments as a baseline spread. As you fire a 5 shot group, from sand bags and a scope if possible, you will see how your rifle handles a particular load. At some point you will get the best group. Then you can check different primers to see if your group does better or worse. If not satisfied with any of the groups try a different powder and start over.

 

[jgreco15]

as of now, i just want to put together something in the 45-55 grain range. looking to produce target ammo mainly for plinking. im new to reloading so until i get the whole thing down, i am going for simple. after that, i will start playing with loads to see what works best for accuracy in my rifle.

 

[Bam Bam]

I had Tactical723 load me some Hornady 75gr Match grade ammo awhile back. He used 23.5 grs Varget and OAL 2.26, not sure of primers or brass manufacturer, but my AR loves it. Although my barrel has a 1-6.5 twist so I need the heavy stuff. I'm gonna experiment with powder charge and see what happens later (very carefully of course). I like the Varget powder, anyone got a decent load for some 68gr projectiles they would like to share?? I want to try those in a 1-9 twist rifle.





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[meauxcg]

62 grain barnes tripple shock, 25.0 grains varget, pick your brass but I really liked the winchester. Wolf 5.56 primers.

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