Request for Recipe (.308), also info to share

[Mutant]

M1A - Moa load for mine.

Lapua, BR2, 42.5g AA4064, 168 Nosler Competition, full length resize, Dillon dies, Redding T-7 press, room temp 68 degrees, flourecent lights, dogs on couch not floor, cat in bedroom, toilet flushed (please), no solar flares.

Sometime 1/2 MOA when shooter does its part.

[AeroEngi]

Does anyone have a good min to max range using Varget with 178gr a-max, FGMM cases and CCI large rifle primers? I have the Hornady reloading manual and their numbers are way too conservative. Also, what COL do you guys use? My rifle is a Remington 700p in .308 with a 26" barrel and 1:12 twist.

[Volkey]

Rifle: Remington 700 XCR Tactical long range

Barrel: 26in heavy fluted 1:12 twist

Bullet: 168 Sierra Matchking

Brass: Nosler Custom (full length/neck sizing does not seem to make a difference)

Primer: CCI BR2

Powder: 44.5 grains of Varget

RESULTS: .5 MOA or better at 100yds always. Very accurate load.


-Ryan

[SWammo]

Federal military brass.
CCI 34
41.1 grains IMR 8208 XBR
Sierra 175 SMK
2.810" COAL
2650 from a 24" barrel

[Raptor1Ronin]

PPU OR REM Brass.
FED 210M
41.5GRN 8208 XBR
168 Hornady HPBT
20" SPS TAC REM 700

Sub MOA easy!

[socal425]

Rifle: Rem 700 SPS TAC SD
Barrel: 20" Bull 1:10 twist
Bullet: Sierra Game King 165 HPBT
Case: Federal
Primer: WLR
Powder / Charge: Varget / 43.5
OAL: 2.755

[mwunsch]

Can anyone tell me or direct me to a place where I can find my FPS? I dont have a chrony, and Im shooting Barnes TSX 165gr out of a 16" barrel. (bushmaster orc). I know what the factory fps out of a 20" barrel, but I have a leupold cds scope on it and would like to know the fps so I can send it to leupold and get it "dialed in" pun. I heard every inch is losing 25 fps, any help? (besides getting a chrony...)

thank y'all

[mroels]

Rifle: Rem700 VSII 26" 1-12

Bullet 178 AMAX
Powder: 43gr TAC
Primer: CCI BR2
Brass: Lapua
OAL: 2.80"
Results: .556MOA @ 100, .487MOA @ 200 (only tried 100 rnds so far, so small sample base)
VEL: 2640FPS
ES: 40FPS
SD: 8

Bullet: 168 AMAX
Powder: 43gr TAC
Primer: CCI BR2
Brass: Lapua
OAL: 2.80"
Results: .482 MOA @ 100, .742 MOA @ 200
VEL: 2689fps
SD: 14
ES: 42

[welshboy]

I have never reloaded ammo before, but now I want to learn how to reload my new
308r ammo. I'm not looking for match grade, just week end target shooting. What Brass,
projectile and power do you recommend.

[madjack956]

Rifle- Tikka Tactical 20" bull barrel
Bullet- SMK - 168 grn.
Powder-IMR 4064 - 41.5 grns.
Case - Winchester
Primer - Federal 210M
Seat Depth - 2.800"

Accuracy Load - 3 shot group .125 @ 100yds.
The 5 shot group was .502 same distance.

Thats about the best this blind ol' fart has done so far.

[xoutxkastx]

Rifle- JP Enterprises LRP-07 in 308
Bullet- Hornady 178 gr BTHP
Powder-RL15 - 42.5 grns.
Case - Federal
Primer - CCI
Seat Depth - 2.795"

Accuracy Load - 3 shot group .488 @ 100yds.

[G-Man WC]

I was out test driving some 165gr Core-Lokt's over 4064 today out of an 22" H&R single. First time using this powder.
Not minute of angle, but minute of deer.
I get better results with Varget. -g

[DelDanko]

Does anyone have some information on a 165g GMX, i have RL15 and varget. its a copper bullet so the length is longer than my 180g SGK

[g17m4]

Classic load, 168gr Sierra Matchking HPBT with 40 grains Hodgdon or IMR 4895
I used LC machine gun brass, full length sized and trimed.
1-1/2 groups at 300yds out of an M1A Super Match.

[ziconceo]

Here are the specs for my reloads:
Random wheel weight lead
155 grain cast lead gas checked, lubed, and sized to .309
Various brass ranging from CBC to Hornady match grade
Winchester large pistol primers (it was all the store had )
20 grains of IMR 4227
Reloaded with lee 308 Winchester deluxe die set
Rifle specs:
Remington 700P LTR
20" fluted barrel
1-12 Twist

I shot my groups using my bi-pod and a table
2.280 inches at 100 yards 6 shot group


1.835 inches at 100 yards 6 shot group

[sammass]

Ok, folks.

I am a complete noob on rolling my own. Up to now, the cartridges came out of box. BUT I now have a .308 of my very own. :-)

Read part of the first page to Pistol Pete asking for make, model, barrel length, & twist. I know this is trial and error in building a round for your particular rifle, but I'm just trying to sight it in. So, for a Ruger Gunsite Scout, 16.5" barrel, 1:10" RH twist, is there a starting recipe that is basic for this barrel length? I have some Atomic .308 Win Match (Nosler Custom Competition 168 grain hollow point boat tail, 2600 fps, over Varget powder, loaded in once fired military brass) from the CMP but it sounds like it was loaded for use in .308 Garand and other semi auto service rifles. Honestly not sure it is ideal for my Ruger GSR.

So, would appreciate your thoughts on the starting block, to learn and tweek later on. Thanks much.

[DelDanko]

Rifle: savage 10fcp-k

Barrel: 24in heavy fluted 1:10 twist

Bullet: 168 Sierra Matchking

Brass: Federal

Primer: fed 210m

Powder: 46g RL15

RESULTS: .4moa at 100 yards. I rated my FPS off of drop useing my balistics calc and shooting out to 600 yards, and im looking at 2800fps.

[diver160651]

Rem700 (cheap pig gun- built from spare parts and take offs)
1:12 18" Varmint Profile JEC brake
Stock trigger


Powder: 41grn Alliant AR15
Bullet: Sierra 168 SMK HPBT
Brass: Fed GMM
primer: Win
COAL: 2.815
Velocity Average: 2511 (15') from muzzle
Sub 1/3" MOA (one load work up)



All groups were 3 shots, as I was still working through various charges.

40, 40.5 also shot under 1/2MOA but didn't shoot enough to say these will always shoot this well.






Jt

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[kengotit]

hello,

Im trying to find a safe load for 308 win using AR-Comp powder.

Bullets are 147grn FMJ and 150grn hpbt

Tried alliant website but doesnt have a load for the bullets weight i have,

Im limited to my Lee Modern Reloading Manual,

google isn't really giving me anything,

The gun is M1a Socom 16,

Recommend me on a new reloading MANUAL ?

Anyone else using ar-comp powder?

thanks

ken
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[ILVSMOG]

Anybody have any recepies or experience loading heavier projectiles over Varget powder? I've got some 200gr Barnes TTSX, but none of my manuals list a bullet this heavy with Varget. A couple have RL-15 combos (which many folks equate with Varget) but nothing directly. Any suggestions?? I was thinking to start with 39-40gr and see how it goes. I've had good results already with 168gr TTSX over 42gr of Varget.

[SmallShark]

recipe request

168gr Nolser Custom Competition.
LC military brass
Varget
Winchester LR primer

rifle is Remington 700 AAC-SD 20in 1/10

thanks

[ar15barrels]

Originally Posted by SmallShark

recipe request

168gr Nolser Custom Competition.
LC military brass
Varget
Winchester LR primer

44-45gr.
2.820" overall length

[Faded]

IMR 4064
40.6 gr
CCI BR2
168gr SMK BT
WIN Brass

3 shot group @ 100yds

Savage 10/110 FCP HS Precision

[dwightlooi]

Load #1

• Bullet: Sierra 155 Gr Palma Matchking (2156)
• Powder Type: Hodgdon CFE223
• Powder: 50.5 +- 0.02 grains
• Primer: Federal 210M (or 210 if I cannot find 210M)
• Case: Federal, Hornady and/or PMC
• COAL: 2.805
• Trim Length: 2.010
• Velocity: 2920 fps (24"), 2740 (18")

[Exodus343]

Request Recipe

168 SMK
Winchester Brass
Winchester LRP standard
IMR 4064


168 SMK
WInchester Brass
WInchester LRP standrad
H4895

need charge weight, and seating depth/COAL

[Faded]

Originally Posted by Exodus343

Request Recipe

168 SMK
Winchester Brass
Winchester LRP standard
IMR 4064


168 SMK
WInchester Brass
WInchester LRP standrad
H4895

need charge weight, and seating depth/COAL

IMR 4064 I'm at 40.6 or 42.2 w/ 2.80"

[trooper562]

Quick question:
While not new to the reload bench, I am new in the .308 arena.
After picking the brains of so called comp. shooters and hunters that reload, I get the entire ball field of what I should do and what I shouldn't.
One thing did stick out from half of the people I talked to and the other half had never heard of it.
So here it goes:
Springfield M1A
18" scout barrel (no idea on twist rate, 2nd owner)
factory compensator
Now for the questions.
I've been told that if I use the wrong powder I can bend the op-rod.
If I start at the low end of the loading table (so I don't bend the op-rod) I run the risk sticking a bullet halfway down the barrel.
Can someone shoot me a recipe that will not bend the op-rod in my rifle and not stick a bullet.
This day and age powder is very scarce, so multiple powders would be great.
Thanks

[mskochinski]

My advice, and I am in the same boat with you, M1A 22" standard, is get a book like Hornday's 9th edition. It covers service rifles like the M1A and AR-15's specific rifling, twist rate and barrel length.

I started with a 155gr round, 2-300 yard round, and my loads with H4895 started in the 39gr range all the way up to the 43gr range.

Baby steps to monitor everything along the way to see what the best combo is.

Good luck, also might want to check out m14foruxxx.com good info there as well.

[MIAMIbaseballer]

Originally Posted by trooper562

Quick question:
While not new to the reload bench, I am new in the .308 arena.
After picking the brains of so called comp. shooters and hunters that reload, I get the entire ball field of what I should do and what I shouldn't.
One thing did stick out from half of the people I talked to and the other half had never heard of it.
So here it goes:
Springfield M1A
18" scout barrel (no idea on twist rate, 2nd owner)
factory compensator
Now for the questions.
I've been told that if I use the wrong powder I can bend the op-rod.
If I start at the low end of the loading table (so I don't bend the op-rod) I run the risk sticking a bullet halfway down the barrel.
Can someone shoot me a recipe that will not bend the op-rod in my rifle and not stick a bullet.
This day and age powder is very scarce, so multiple powders would be great.
Thanks

Yes you're right about bending the rod.... been shooting 45-46.5gr of blc2 and a 150gr bullet in nato and FC brass out of a socom 16.... Haven't had any issues...

[bsumoba]

[45R]

Looking for a load for a 20" SPS tactical in 308 with the following components

bullet: 175 SMK
Brass: LC Match
Powder: IMR 4064

I used 168 Noslers and had good luck with 41.3 gr IMR and LC brass. It averaged 2430 FPS...Also 42.3gr IMR in LC Brass pushed right around 2493 FPS. I still need work cutting down the groups. They were around 1MOA. FGMM used as a control got me to .3MOA plus a 4th shot flyer that put me at 1.2MOA.... (ouch)

Thanks in advance!

[Timberwolf]

Originally Posted by 45R

Looking for a load for a 20" SPS tactical in 308 with the following components

bullet: 175 SMK
Brass: LC Match
Powder: IMR 4064

Try 41.8 - 42.2 IMR 4064 with FGMM primer. 42.2 gr is the old accuracy load with FGMM brass and I don't believe there is too much difference between LC Match and FGMM.

[45R]

Originally Posted by Timberwolf

Try 41.8 - 42.2 IMR 4064 with FGMM primer. 42.2 gr is the old accuracy load with FGMM brass and I don't believe there is too much difference between LC Match and FGMM.

Friday I got lucky and found some Federal 210M primers so yesterday I loaded up 41.3, 41.7 (based on MK 316 MK 0 recipe). 42.2 and 42.3 yesterday Using 175 SMK, IMR 460, LC 90 Match brass and Federal 210M with an Ogive of 2.220 and 2.80 COAL.

Thanks for the input. I'll post results as soon as I am able to get out and shoot. Weather looks "good" Tuesday.

I really need to get some boxes.

[45R]

41.3 was okay. 41.7 shot a little over 1MOA 42.3 was the best at .68MOA

[45R]

Here was 42gr....the first three shots were amazing. I should have stopped at 3 shots......5 shots put me at a solid 1MOA

[09cs]

I'm trying 175 SMK with 42, 42.5, 43, 43.5 44 and 44.5 of varget at 2.800 COAL and going to see which the gun likes best

[AeroEngi]

Originally Posted by 09cs

I'm trying 175 SMK with 42, 42.5, 43, 43.5 44 and 44.5 of varget at 2.800 COAL and going to see which the gun likes best

What gun are you shooting it out of?

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[ar15barrels]

Originally Posted by 09cs

I'm trying 175 SMK with 42, 42.5, 43, 43.5 44 and 44.5 of varget at 2.800 COAL and going to see which the gun likes best

Factory remingtons almost universally will shoot the best between 43.5 and 44gr with that bullet at that seating length.
Thicker brass will drop the node by 1/2gr.
That means that Lapua or Lake City brass will be lower charges than most other commercial brass.

[jimmyjjohn]

Been using the 155 scenars for a while now and see no need to use anything else. 44.8gr Varget, WLR, RA60 brass. Gives me about 2830 avg. out of my 24in 10fp. I'll let you know what it does out of an SPS Varmint I have coming. I decided my R+D build is going to be a .260

[Jasonaspears]

175gr SMK with 41.9gr of IMR 4064 at 2.800" OAL. .2 groups at 100yds out of a Remington 700 5R