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I just bought Hornady Bullets .224 55gr. SP. I las loaded Speer .224 55 gr. SP.. I've been looking for the load data for this bullete and cant seem to find any. Has anyone loaded this bullet. I using Hodgon Varget powder and Federal primers. I want to use the same Primers and Powder. I looking for what is the safe powder weight for the Hornady bullet.
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My Hornaday Book says 22.8gr start - 2800fps, 26.4gr max - 3200fps - COL 2.2".
I have found the Hornaday book very conservative compared to other sources and my experience in the field, but I have not loaded .223 so YMMV. Use start loads and work up using normal good reloading practices.
Good luck, have fun.When asked what qualities he most valued in his generals, Napoleon said, "give me lucky ones." -
thank you"If you give up your freedoms for temporary protection, you will lose both and deserve neither"
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You should also cross-reference the load data from the powder manufacture. That’s usually the first place I look.ExtremeXComment
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