223 Powder

[Flux Capacitor]

I am new at reloading. I have some IMR 4198 but its not on the reloading data sheet I could fine for 55 gr FMJ .224 bullets. Does Bass Pro have powder in stock?

[BamBam-31]

Do you mean IMR 4198? If so, loading data is listed for it on Hodgdon's website:

http://data.hodgdon.com/cartridge_load.asp

55 GR. SPR SP IMR IMR 4198 .224" 2.200" 18.8 2885 41,600 PSI 20.4 3122 53,600 PSI

[ivanimal]

I use 4198 for my mini 14 loads. I love that powder.

[Flux Capacitor]

Do you mean IMR 4198? If so, loading data is listed for it on Hodgdon's website:

http://data.hodgdon.com/cartridge_load.asp

yup sorry. Unfortunately, the IMR listed on that website is for SP, but all I have is a lot of FMJs.

[ivanimal]

yup sorry. Unfortunately, the IMR listed on that website is for SP, but all I have is a lot of FMJs.

Use the recipe for the weight not the projectile tip. They are the same.

The only place you can go wrong is with plated (not jacketed) and lead projectiles.

[ivanimal]

I usually go to the center of the load and stay there like this;

55 GR. SPR SP IMR 4198 19.5 Grains

[Flux Capacitor]

thanks animal

[LGB Loader]

My Lyman 49th says:

55 gr. Jacketed SPT @ 2.260" OAL
IMR-4198:
Sugg starting: 19.0 gr
Vel. fps: 2645
CUP: not stated

Max Load: 21.7 gr
Vel. fps: 3067
CUP: not stated.


Hogdon's 2009 Annual Manual says:

55 Gr SPR SP @ 2.200" OAL
IMR-4198:
Sugg starting: 18.8 gr
Vel. fps: 2885
CUP: 41600 psi

Max Load: 20.4 gr
Vel. fps: 3122
CUP: 53,600 psi


As others have mentioned, there is difinately load data for it.

LGB

[ZakAttackMan]

And here is some more data http://www.reloadersnest.com/frontpage.asp?CaliberID=18

[popeye4]

Use a starting load from the manual(s), as even though the weights might be the same, the bullet design/materials may cause a different pressure profile in your gun. That is also why it is good to consult more than one source.

[Flux Capacitor]

Thanks guys. My reloading DVD gives directions to crimp the case at the bullet canalure. Th problem is if I seat the bullet to the proper over all length, you can no longer see the canalure. My factory round is the same same length but you can easily see the canalure. Any ideas?

[ZakAttackMan]

Sounds like you need to trim your brass???

Some people don't crimp.

It really depends on the bullet's your reloading as well as the gun you are shooting it out of.

for more info

[Flux Capacitor]

Sounds like you need to trim your brass???

Some people don't crimp.

It really depends on the bullet's your reloading as well as the gun you are shooting it out of.

for more info

I trimmed to 2.075 like the manual says

[Flux Capacitor]

I put a factory load next to a reload bullet I had. Looks like the canalure is set a little deeper on the surplus bullet. I wonder if I can crimp without a canalure?

[cassius]

yup sorry. Unfortunately, the IMR listed on that website is for SP, but all I have is a lot of FMJs.

lol. weight and jacket/lead is all that matters. Physics doesn't care if the bullet is hollowpoint, SP, TC, SPBT, or plastic-tipped.