.223 Range Reloads... safe loads?

[Miles.A]

I know that the load manuals we use offer minimal and maximum loads for safety, but i have a couple questions.

I am using a 2015 Lyman manual and the load data for .223 is asking for H335 powder at 24.3gr for a minimum load with 55gr sptz bullets and an OAL of 2.26. Now I am using 55gr FMJ BT bullets with an OAL of 2.16, I pretty much matched my seating die and trimmer to manufactured rounds. Now my question is, I know the manufactured most likely use different powder, but would it be safe to use the manufacturer's measurements I have using the h335 load data from the Lyman Manual?

[baih777]

Are you sure the Coal is 2.16 ????

[bigdawg86]

24-25g of H355 is such a reliable load for a wide array of bullets, I would not worry about it. Seat to the cannelure if they have it, otherwise 2.6 may be a little long and can bind in some magazines. Just seat them so they function in the magazine...

[TomReloaded]

I don't even measure my range reloads. Stuff them to the cannelure.

I think it's a better practice to use the powder manufacturers website for load data. Or whatever is printed on the bottle.

All in all, that's a fine charge of h335. Remember, rifle is backwards from pistol, so short loads decrease pressure.

[17+1]

Never had a cartridge bind up in a mag, but I mainly use straight body teflon coated 20's, seat mybullets to 2.25-2.26.

You can get away without crimping. I load only bullets without cannelure and never had an issue with them setting back. Personally I'd follow the load data rather than the factory rounds OAL.