best powder for 223 55gr vmax

But either will serve you well. Posted By: rickt300 Re: Best Ball Powder for 50-55gr .223 Loads?? I got a good load for the Winchesters. I use the h4895 with a 75 grain bthp match bullet in my 1n7 and 1n8 ar's. Where is the best place to start? Then which is the best overall powder for 55gr bullet and the powder you want will be nowhere to be found. My favorite 3 powders for 223 are RE-15, BLC2, AA-2230. Reply. Knob Creek. My 24" bolt gun preferred Factory 55gr V-Max for accuracy up to 500 yards, where I'd be shooting these reloads. seebass 13 Posted December 15, 2013. seebass. FALARAK Replies: 27 Views: 832 1/20/2021 10:52 PM LeadBreakfast titewad in 45? Jul 15, 2013 #2 My old PD hunting load consisted of Winchester brass, Nosler 40 grain BT, Fed. I'm getting more velocity using smaller powder charges with AR-COMP over Varget. .223 Varget load for 55gr. Depends on what the rifle likes. The Hodgdon Reloading Data Center (RDC) lists 21 different powder types that can be used in the .223. Just about any powder will work with that bullet. 24.3g of IMR8208XBR is the OCW load for his rifle and shoots 0.5MOA out to 300 yards. I've never had any issues shooting these weights out of my 8" twist rifles. GLShooter 3,047 GLShooter 3,047 Group: Senior Staff; Member ID: 7056; Reputation: 3,047 Joined: … Getting 30 lbs of any powder is a score but if it were me I would use it where it's best … Reloading for the .223 is easy and there are a number of great powder choices. Going to try CFE-223 soon though. I've been very pleased with it, but I've found it to be a very dirty powder. That seems to be the load for the 52g Amax and 53g SMK. Reloading for the .223 is easy and there are a number of great powder choices. February 7, 2011, 08:37 PM #2: kraigwy. I am planning to load 2000 60 Gr. I shot several sub 1/2 MOA groups @100 yards with that ammo. H-335. 81 0 0. PLINK ALL DAY! Close. Reply. Quote ; Share this post. Best powder for 53gr Vmax 223. I know my Tikka T3x Varmint in .223 1/8 twist loves factory Hornady VMAX 55g cartridges. Reply to this topic; Start new topic ; Recommended Posts. There might be better powders; but not much better. 40X Guy . (1:7 twist) My best powder for 55 gr v-max was Benchmark. Best commercial brand hands down = Outback Ammo 55 grain Sierra BK This stuff us amazing. It's not a problem, but there are better powders out there for .223 w/ 55gr projectiles. V-Max. I used it for all loads in my 1..9 Remmy 700 and it was very consistent and metered very well. Win 748s burn rate is between the.223 55 grain powders and H335/TAC. 26 0 0. I am shooting an S&W M&P 15 with 1/8 twist. BLC(2), TAC, CFE223, Power Pro Varmint, Varget. Don't have access to range to work up load-need general load that is safe and will usually give adequate velocity and accuracy. This is the powder I was going to try first, mainly because it's velocity/pressure ratio looked pretty good and it's supposedly pretty much the standard MIl-Spec powder, along with IMR 4895. D. Dan S. NES Member. This is not a compressed load; it meters good (much+++ better than Varget) and shoots like a champ. Turned out beautiful! The h335 I run with a 40 grain vmax in my mini target. 100 .223 Nickel Plated Speer, 55gr Hornady V-Max with 26.6gr CFE223. I'm not finding any Reloader 15 load data for a 55grain Hornady VMax. The .223 is so versitile and inherently accurate, it's almost impossible to find a load in a … (remember 5.56 is hotter than .223). By using our Services or clicking I agree, you agree to our use of cookies. RL-17 has been the fastest and the most accurate, by a wide margin, regardless of bullet weight. Best powder for 53gr Vmax 223. Joined Oct 9, 2007 Messages 8,409 Likes 3,677 Location South Coast Mass. I also shot 80 gr Berger VLD and the XBR worked best for me. Some of the suggestions below you are good; Power Pro, AR Comp, CFE and Ball C2. Never killed coyotes with them but killed lots of prairie dogs. I get great accuracy with a 55gr vmax. I'm out of powder suitable for .223 and am going to buy some. Optimal powder for .223 50 grain VMax Optimal powder for .223 50 grain VMax. BLC-2. At the time it was the only powder I could find so I decided to give it a try. I tried W748 with Winchester 55gr PSP and Nosler shots. Try the 53gr v-max if you're shooting for accuracy at range. I have good bit of Varget and RE15, but they both meter like crap. Edited April 29, 2017 by ipser. Price is reasonable. Location: Wyoming. I am shooting an S&W M&P 15 with 1/8 twist. I also shot 80 gr Berger VLD and the XBR worked best for me. Woodlander Well-Known Member. Killed many groundhogs and coyotes with that load. I found that TAC is the most accurate for 40-55g VMAX in my rifle, Varget a close second. My favorite 3 powders for 223 are.....H335, TAC AA2230. I know different rifles, twist and etc. I have a Weatherby Vanguard in .223 that is around 15 years old. Whats your favorite powder for .223 rem 55 grain bullets? Vmax! Benchmark has been a great powder for me in many .223 loads. Bullets? Some say it doesn't meter well in the Dillon dump; I've had no problems. Link to post Share on other sites. Quote; Link to post Share on other sites. I have a Weatherby Vanguard in .223 that is around 15 years old. It produces clean and accurate ammo. All Rights Reserved. ShootDots. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast, Press J to jump to the feed. Posts: 11,059 Load the same powder for both bullets. Thread starter Hornady; Start date Feb 6, 2017; Prev. Next Last. What is the best .223 powder for 55 grain bullets? Go. I also recently gave Varget a try with a 55gr bullet and was amazed at the accuracy. 52gr Amax because people say they are very accurate … Not asking for specific load data only the powders that others here have successfully used. I use it in a bull barrel RRA AR-15, CMMG M4 clone, Mossberg MVP and a Savage Model 11. 4895 (either H or IMR) is a good powder for the .223 all around. Bullets? Powders can be expensive and would like to get something that is "close" to start. Share Followers 0. So I assumed that buying 55g VMAX bullets would be a good starting point. By seebass, December 15, 2013 in Reloading Forum. Yes it is a fast powder but it gives amazing results in my rifle and because I use less than I would with N133 (probably the more popular 223 powder) I get a few more bangs out of a tub. Optimal powder for .223 50 grain VMax Optimal powder for .223 50 grain VMax. Feb 7, 2017 #21 If you can get 50gr Sierra Blitzkings,give them a shot,I found them very accurate in all my .222s and if it's speed you're after,you could always try the 40gr BKs. I use it in a bull barrel RRA AR-15, CMMG M4 clone, Mossberg MVP and a Savage Model 11. TAC is the equivalent of H335 and a slower burn rate so it can load both.223 and.308. Varget has worked well for me with that bullet, H335 and Varget are both great powders for my 16" 1:8 barrel. Really the manufacturers of the bullets you are using have already ran their own test data on the most accurate powder for their bullets. Fast and accurate and temp stable would be good. That said, for bullet weights 52 to 55 grain, I had the best results with WW 748, and Remington 7-1/2 Benchrest Small Rifle Primers. May not get you the fastest velocity with the 40's but it meters well, is temp stable, and has always produced good accurate loads with minimal load development. Varget works great in my M4 with 55gr Hornady FMJ BT pills. Just started reloading, beginning with 6.5 Creedmoor- I know what powder to get because H4350 is the pet powder for that caliber. Some of the powders that have proven to be ideal for use in the .223 with bullets in the light to medium weight ranges are a bit quick in burn rate for the heavyweights. I dunno if H4350 would be ideal considering how slow it is. I have 223 dies on order and wanted to ask if others can provide feedback to the best powders for use on the 550B for 223/5.56. My favorite load for 60 gr bullets: LC09 Brass CCI 400 Primers Hornady 60 gr Vmax Bullets IMR 8208 XBR 22.5 gr Gold $$ Contributor. I've been loading 55 grain amax, SP or those cheap midway dogtown bullets over 25.5 grains of Varget for some time now. I have worked with H380, CFE 223, Varget, IMR 8208 XBR, and RL-17. Thread starter Hornady; Start date Feb 6, 2017; Prev. Hornady FMJBT has been 25.7 Gr. What is the best powder choice? Trade Member. Thread starter Hornady; Start date Feb 6, 2017; 1; 2; 3; Next. Okay, I can't help myself, the best 223 powder happens to be the one you are lucky enough to find in stock. Yee haw. When it was new I got reasonable accuracy with factory loads. Supporter. Need advice on powder/load for a 40 gr. Savage 12 F/TR in .223. My favorite go to load is also 25.0 gr H-335 with 55grain V-Max bullets. I haven't seen anybody say anything about H4895. +1 for tac one of the best groups ive shot .55 gr pills h335 nice to shoot also .my ar loves the tac, SIG MCX Rattler - First Impressions w/ Jeff Gonzales, [ARCHIVED THREAD] - Best Powder for 55gr SP 223, http://img116.imageshack.us/img116/7246/10606536zw.jpg. I will have to keep my eye out for it then. On a more serious note, I've been loading handgun for nearly 40 yrs, but fairly new to the 223/556. For example, Reloder 7 is an excellent choice for bullets weighing anywhere from 40 to 55 grains, but the slower burning Reloder 15 is a better choice for those weighing 60 grains and up. I like Varget and Data 2230-C also. I have shot H335, N133, Benchmark, Varget and IMR8208 XBR in my FIL's Rem 700 SPS. This stuff shoots well in all my .223's and is a joy in the powder measure. From hunters and military members, to competition shooters and general firearm enthusiasts, we welcome anyone who values and respects the way of the firearm. Hornady 53gr Vmax. On a more serious note, I've been loading handgun for nearly 40 yrs, but fairly new to the 223/556. This stuff shoots well in all my .223's and is a joy in the powder measure. Re: Favorite Powder for 52gr./53gr. Best commercial brand hands down = Outback Ammo 55 grain Sierra BK This stuff us amazing. Favorite powder for light bullets in .223? Living in Fairbanks with sparce powder selections. According to my new Hornady 9th Edition Reloading … If so how is it? 100 .223 Nickel Plated Speer, 55gr Hornady V-Max with 26.6gr CFE223. N133 and 8208 have shot the best with 8208 shooting the best. all 2.220" COAL Going to compare both. Also … I use Benchmark exclusively for 55-60gr bullets, it meters very well and shoots amazing were H-335 was 2-3" groups at any given load charge in my rifle. Apr 3, 2019 #2/36 It's all I've ever used. It measures very consistently. I can't seem to find alot of load info withe CFE powder since it's relatively new any help would be appreciated. With a 40gr v max and 26.5gr of benchmark I was getting 3,321 avg. Feb 11, 2017 #41 Benchmark worked for me. So, what is the best powder for 55gr bullets? bullet in .223 Remington. The above suggestions are good, I'd like to add AA2230 to the list. Apr 6, 2013 #2/35 BL-C(2) Reply. I weigh every 10th charge, but they never vary more than .1. I'm going to start reloading .223/5.56 55gr and am looking for powder recommendations. Since I weigh every load, powder metering is not an issue for me. Go to their website or call them and it should be listed. Simple, buy a pound of anything they have in stock that is on your list. I've have good luck with both. I will throw in another vote for Win 748. If your loading high volume and metering is an issue, I'd try H335. When I was researching which powder to use for 223 I came across an article which recommended IMR 3031 because it was the powder Armalite used when designing the AR-15. Reply. Meters like water. N133 and 8208 have shot the best with 8208 shooting the best. W-748 has been so close if I was metering I wouldn't hesitate to try it (so close I'd say it was me not the powder). Joined Jan 5, 2008 Messages 7,605 Likes 4,549 Location My forest stronghold. But looking to pick up some powder for my .223 bolt gun next trip to the reloader supply store. The LC seems to have a little less volume, but I didn't notice much difference in velocity CCI 400 primers It meters like water out of my 550, gives excellent velocity, and its been ultra accurate out of my varmint AR. Im heading to Cabelas tomorrow for my first purchase of reloading gear. I, like others here have only loaded pistol rounds but am ready to move to rifle rounds. I have these powders , Benchmark2 , Benchmark 8208 , and AR2208 my projectiles thus far are hornady v-z max 55gr , seirra blitzkings 55gr BT , seirra blitzkings 69gr BT primmers are cci400 and remington small 6-1/2 cases are remingtong from the bag ready to go 1; 2; 3; First Prev 3 of 3 Go to page. What I've found and used are W746 and Alliant AR-Comp. A certain rifle may or may not shoot well with certain powders and I am not rich enough to buy unproven powders to try them out. Caution though, it … Varget is a good powder across many weights for the .223. It's an ball powder and very accurate with 55 grain bullets. From a bench and sandbags, it will literally shoot 1 hole groups all day. Quote; Share this post. Rating - 100%. H-335 meters so well thru my Redding BR-3. Okay, I can't help myself, the best 223 powder happens to be the one you are lucky enough to find in stock. The .223 caliber has evolved from the battlefield AR-15 platform to popular sporting use in varmint and predator hunting, match competition, and all-around plinking fun. 32 comments. Seems like it compressed before max load in 223. Lots of choices out there. Join Date: June 16, 2008. Testing H322 and Varget powder. I have found that 335 does really well with the 40 grain vmax. Tac because its the cheapest and most versatile and you really don't need the nth degree of accuracy a different powder will give you from a battle gun. What powder would be best? Any use of this content without express written consent is prohibited. That powder is on the slow side for loading the .223, slower than other powders listed in all the manuals I looked at. There are powders that might be in less demand that I can find available. 40 grainers, 4336 fps, and 55 gr.bergers 3771fps. I got a good load for the Winchesters. Any suggestions? The best powder is the one that works best with your rifle and your projectiles. A2230. I am with Iowegan, varget is a great powder for the .223. My general purpose load of H-335 with the 55 Gr. Varget IS the standard though, best groups with 69 gr SMK's. 223 Rem accuracy is more a function of bullet weight and rate of twist than powder. Posted By: Dave_Skinner Re: Best Ball Powder for 50-55gr .223 Loads?? - 09/11/16. I use a small rifle magnum primer for the 335, std small rifle primer for varget. Rating - 100%. I had trouble getting velocities where I wanted them with Varget though. I may be stating the obvious here but I would take your list of powders that are in your manual for .223 55gr down to the store with you and buy WHATEVER is on the list that you can find, for starters. Rating - 100%. Silver $$ Contributor. With my 26" 1:10 Rem700P i get great results. 24.3g of IMR8208XBR is the OCW load for his rifle and shoots 0.5MOA out to 300 yards. I can get H322 or the CFE223 i know for defo locally. OAL suggestions would be helpful too. share. Just wondering if it is worth running up a test batch. Varget is too slow for the little bullets in 223, can't get enough in the case. For 223, with 50-55gr bullets, I would recommend Varget, RL-15, or H322. H322 is a fantastic powder for the 223. but wanting to get input for loading varget under hornady's 55 gr. Last week I developed my first ever hand loads, both in .223. AR15.COM is the worldâs largest firearm community and is a gathering place for firearm enthusiasts of all types. My favorite powder for the .223 is IMR 8208 XBR. With RL-17, my rifle is shooting the 53 VMAX in the .3's @ 3900+ from a 12 twist, 26" barrel. You can get picky about finding the best when stuff is back to normal. Hornady Vmax 55gr. Have any of you tried H335 for 55gr fmj in .223? Also burns clean in my rifle. Go. I have a Bolt action 1:10 twist and AR rifle 1:8 twist. 55gr Vmax 26.5gr H4895 2.250 coal, I tried going a little longer, but it didn't seem to matter in the Savage, and the AR likes this length.. Malaysian surplus or LC 09 brass. The thread is titled "the best powder for .223 55 and 62 grn?" Powder Bul Weight C.O.L. I have used TAC, Varget both with great success. 12 0 0. Best powder for 53gr Vmax 223. It went further to say that benchmark was also a suitable alternative due to its similar characteristics to 3031. I was sick this week and my voice was pretty well gone. Some of the powders that have proven to be ideal for use in the .223 with bullets in the light to medium weight ranges are a bit quick in burn rate for the heavyweights. Also, if you're loading on a progressive press, you'll likely notice powder spillage when the shell holder indexes. I also shot 80 gr Berger VLD and the XBR worked best for me. (1:7 twist) My best powder for 55 gr v-max was Benchmark. Here's some Data 2200 goodness from a few years ago. .243Hunter Well-Known Member. I don't use it anymore because it's more temperature sensitive than the extreme extruded powders. alaskan_9974. I'm looking for some loads using CFE .223 with 50gr v-max and also 55gr FMJBT. Re: Favorite Powder for 52gr./53gr. Want to load 55 gr fmj Hornady for fur hunting and locating powders for this is at best frustrating. Ill be shooting a 1:12 Sako 85. Feb 6, 2017 #1 Can anyone recommend me a fast powder. Savage 12 F/TR in .223. The smallest group was 0.314", not bad IMO... Sierra 55gr GameKing bullet (#1390) 25.0gr Varget CCI-400 primer FC brass OAL = 2.255" Howa 1500 bolt action rifle With … PennyPincher. 2nd place was IMR8208XBR and 3rd was Varget. So i am new to the reloading game and own a tikka t3x lite in 223 with a 1:8 twist. I have a ton of single shot brass from the rifle, just need to fill them with powder and primers. It has a better bc than any of the 55's. H335 is considered a go to powder for 55 gr bullets in the 223,Meters excellent from most powder measures,has a. 50 - 200 yards. Savage 12 F/TR in .223. Price is reasonable. If you have a 12 twist, I recommend the 53 VMAX. I've always had good luck using Benchmark in bullets 40-55gr in 223's. I cant seem to find alot of load info withe CFE powder since its relatively new any help would be appreciated. If there's a better powder, I've not found it. Where is the best place to start? I also like Varget for heaver loads (>65gr) but most loads will be compressed and you will not get the velocity you will get with CFE-223, H335 or X-Term. Yesterday I made the switch from H-335 to Hodgdon CFE 223 powder. My favorite powder for the .223 is IMR 8208 XBR. 2nd place was IMR8208XBR and 3rd was Varget. I'm using it with Sierra 77gr MK and Berger 82gr MT bullets, which are a bit heavier than your selection. 9 0 0. Factors to consider are clean burning, temp sensitivity, consistency, accuracy, efficiency, metering does not matter, I weigh every charge by hand and then load cases one at a time. I'm seeing that CFE 223 is a tad slower burning. That seems to be the load for the 52g Amax and 53g SMK. If its a Sierra, you won't have much trouble getting it to shoot. Here in the Great North is there a real quality powder for loading the 223 ?? The Hodgdon Reloading Data Center (RDC) lists 21 different powder types that can be used in the .223. Can anyone recommend a good powder for the VMAX. of H-335. Examples include the Hornady 53- grain V-MAX with a G1 BC of .290, the Nosler 55-grain Ballistic Tip (.267 BC) and Sierra 55-grain BlitzKing (.271 BC). Go. Sub moa is fine, im loading for speed and cost. Never measured groups, they were all good and tight. The best powder is the one that works best with your rifle and your projectiles. (1:7 twist) My best powder for 55 gr v-max was Benchmark. 2nd choice would be 335. Ben using .55gr vmax in front of 26gr Varget with a 7-1/2Remington primer. I use varget with mine, probably at the mid range of the charge data. Im looking for some loads using CFE .223 with 50gr v-max and also 55gr FMJBT. big ears Well-Known Member. What 55gr sp? I use it, along with benchmark, h335 and h4895 for my .223's. 2nd place was IMR8208XBR and 3rd was Varget. Turned out beautiful! alaskan_9974 Replies: 4 Views: 96 1/20/2021 10:04 PM Grendelsbane Minimizing SD/ES, possible bad sizing? Not one mention of BL-(C)2? Joined Aug 27, 2007 Messages 13,846 Likes 7,341 Location Texas. Here are my first reloads trying out the Hornady 55 Gr. Is there a preferred powder I should look for to use in target shooting. Both are good powders for .223 rem. Posted by 22 days ago. thanks in advance. A database of .223 Remington handloads. Thanks. V-Max??? My 2 favorites with the 55gr FMJ W/C are 25.3 gr of H335 or 27gr or BL-C(2). Hornady Varmint Express .223 Rem 55gr V-MAX Ammo Box of 20 $16.99 Limit 5 Boxes Ammoland Inc. Posted on July 29, 2020 July 29, 2020 by F Riehl, Editor in Chief Apr 6, 2013 #3/35 … Benchmark meters real well and is in the latter class of powders as is Varget. Rating - 100%. I tried W748 with Winchester 55gr PSP and Nosler shots. FritzTKatt. Re: AR Powders for: .223 55gr-69gr meters well I do it all the slow way but I've had excellent accuracy with W-748 (BL-C2 also). 1 of 3 Go to page. I use the benchmark and varget for the 52 grain bthp, and 55 fmj cannlure with great results. Cookies help us deliver our Services. X-Terminator and Accurate 2230 are both specifically designed for 55 grain pills in.223. Hodgdon lists H380 for over 65 cartridges but not for the .223, I would pay attention to that fact. I also like the way BL-(C)2 works in my 308 rifles. NES Member . hodgdon lists speer's 55gr. The Hornady Superperformance line of ammunition is some good stuff in all of my rifles, but you won't get load data from Hornady. What I've found and used are W746 and Alliant AR … I use it in the 250 for 40-55 grains. Feb 12, 2017 #42 Hornady said: i went with 1KG of N130 because my 1:12 runs lighter loads. Would like to shoot the same bullet. It measures very consistently. accuracy report/ .223 poly tipped ammo discussion What's up guys, as some might know I like to do occasional threads about some of the products or kit that I really think excels in it's particular class and I honestly cannot find a better all around accurate commercial loading than this Hornady Vmax 55gr. Yes certain combinations seem to work better than others but it really is hard to make a bad load. I have made one range trip with … Mine are clocking 3150fps with my accuracy point. bullets? VMAX here pretty soon and would like some opinions on powder. This powder also works well with all bullet weights from 40gr to 60 gr. Best commercial brand hands down = Outback Ammo 55 grain Sierra BK … Link to post Share on other sites. Subscribe to our monthly Newsletter to receive firearm news, product discounts from your favorite Industry Partners, and more. I personally use win748 because it's versitile enough for .223, 6.5 Grendel and my .308. Senior Member . Next Last. ALL Accurate 2015 Accurate 2200 Accurate 2230 Accurate 2460 Accurate 2495 Accurate 2520 Accurate 5744 Accurate LT-30 Accurate LT-32 Alliant Powder 1200-R Alliant Powder 2000-MR Alliant Powder AR-Comp Alliant Powder Reloder 10x Alliant Powder Reloder 15 Alliant Powder Reloder 7 Alliant Powder Varmint Hodgdon Benchmark Hodgdon BL-C(2) Hodgdon CFE 223 … One for 69gr SMKs and one for 55gr V-max. Try: TAC. My new fav for the 55gr projectile in .223 is IMR 8208 xbr. Long a favorite of mine, fouling isn't bad either. 223 load data imr 4064, 55 grain vmax load data imr 4064, 62 grain hornady 4064, best 55 gr z-max load data, hornady 55gr vmax load data, imr 4046 22-250 ?, imr 4064 223, imr 4064 in .223, imr 4064 load data, imr 4064 load data 223, imr 4064 reloading data, load for 223 using imr 4064 I've had good luck with AA2230 with 55gr and 64gr bullets too. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts, QuickLoad- 223, 30-06, 9mm, 44 Mag, 10mm, 454 Casull, RCBS RCS, 7RM, 300BLK, 6.5x47L, 30-06, 556, 6.5G. I switched over all my .223 match ammo from to Alliant AR-COMP a couple years ago. 16" 1-8 Wylde. H. Hornady Well-Known Member. NES Member. I'm just wondering what you guys are running for charge weight on this powder with the 55 Gr. in 223 for 55 grain Hornady SPWC product #2266 (about the cheapest expanding bullet you can buy) I use 20.5 grains of N120. 10X, N-130, N-133, 2015BR, H322, and Benchmark are all valid choices for 50 V-max out of a 223. From a 16" barrel. 10 shots, 100 yards. First Prev 2 of 3 Go to page. FALARAK. YMMV but I have had great results with those powders. Those pills have some crazy good BC. Works good with no problems in my RR AR Match rifle. I would suggest that one always work up loads with single pounds of powder before investing in an 8 pound keg of a powder that one has to ask for loads for. Its a compromise powder. For me, it's a clean and efficient (more loads/pound) load in .223. - 09/12/16. No doubt that it will shoot small groups with Varget but you can get same small group and a bunch more velocity with faster burn rate powders. Shooter; Members; 13 823 posts; Gender: Male; Location: Elk Grove, CA; Interests: Coyote Hunting, Arm Wrestling, Camping and … Any recommendations? fps. When it was new I got reasonable accuracy with factory loads. The .223 caliber has evolved from the battlefield AR-15 platform to popular sporting use in varmint and predator hunting, match competition, and all-around plinking fun. Hornady Varmint Express .223 Rem 55gr V-MAX Ammo Box of 20 $16.99 Limit 5 Boxes Ammoland Inc. Posted on July 29, 2020 July 29, 2020 by F Riehl, Editor in Chief I will be loading on a single stage press and will be throwing the powder charges with my Redding Competition powder measure. Hope you enjoy this style of video! Knuckle Dragger. AR15.Com reserves the right to overwrite or replace any affiliate, commercial, or monetizable links, posted by users, with our own. Loaded qty 50 and another 50 with X-terminator up to 26.3gr (per published load data). What's the downside to these powders? As I was just starting out, I wanted a powder that would suit both bullets to keep things simple and keep costs down. Although the .223 Remington is often considered inadequate for deer-sized game, when loaded with a bullet designed for the task, it will kill deer reliably. Copyright © 1996-2021 AR15.COM LLC. 1; 2; 3; Next. newbe 2,383 newbe 2,383 Black Widow Hater ; Group: Senior Staff; Member ID: 17756; Reputation: 2,383 Joined: Dec-15-2009; Posts: 39036; Location: Portland, Oregon; Posted April 30, 2017. I have shot H335, N133, Benchmark, Varget and IMR8208 XBR in my FIL's Rem 700 SPS. With 55 vmax, 62 tsx and 75 Amax. The "classic" .223/5.56mm powder is H335. 171. Starting out, i wanted a powder that would suit both bullets 748s burn is... A bull barrel RRA AR-15, CMMG M4 clone, Mossberg MVP and Savage... Enthusiasts of all types IMR 8208 XBR lite in 223 with a 40 grain VMAX and for! 'Re shooting for accuracy up to 500 yards, where i wanted them with Varget.... And 26.5gr of Benchmark i was getting 3,321 avg jump to the 223/556 Forum... For nearly 40 yrs, but i 've had good luck with AA2230 with 55gr Hornady BT. Never killed coyotes with them but killed lots of prairie dogs and it be... 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