223 reloading and bolt guns

[Unckebob]

In the past, my reloading for 223 was loaded to be as cheap as possible while still being legal at my local range (no FMJ).
- As long as my ammo function in my range toy AR’s, I was happy.
- factory ammo was used for self defense.

Recently, I bought a Tikka 223 to try to test what all the fuss was over using bullets like the 77g TMK. Looking at the load data, I found published max loads with MV’s as low as in the 2,500fps range.

Hodgson says I should get close to 2,800fps with powders I have and can easily replace: BL-C(2), CFE 223, and TAC.

After thinking about how I load 6ARC using "bolt gun data", I got to thinking about “bolt gun data” for 223 Remington. Does such a thing exist?

 

[Billogna]

In the past, my reloading for 223 was loaded to be as cheap as possible while still being legal at my local range (no FMJ).
- As long as my ammo function in my range toy AR’s, I was happy.
- factory ammo was used for self defense.

Recently, I bought a Tikka 223 to try to test what all the fuss was over using bullets like the 77g TMK. Looking at the load data, I found published max loads with MV’s as low as in the 2,500fps range.

Hodgson says I should get close to 2,800fps with powders I have and can easily replace: BL-C(2), CFE 223, and TAC.

After thinking about how I load 6ARC using "bolt gun data", I got to thinking about “bolt gun data” for 223 Remington. Does such a thing exist?

To find the recipes for the heavier for caliber bullets try looking at 556 reloading data. Your Tikka will be fine shooting 556 pressures.

 

[wind gypsy]

Rokslide Special 223 recipe

Gents, I just picked up a T3x SS in 223 1:8 for practice and predator hunting. I have a buddy who has a reloading set up, and I was going to try and learn a bit before I invest in the gear. Finding 77TMK ammunition is tough, and expensive. The whole point is to be able to shoot for cheaper than...

rokslide.com

Tikka 223 Loads

I have 500 pieces of new Norma brass and ordered a bunch of 75-grain ELD-Ms. What loads have you guys found to work well with that combo?

rokslide.com

.223 75gr eldm varget

Hey guys, Anyone using 75 gr eldm and varget in a bolt gun? If so would ya mind sharing load info and components (brass and primer). Thanks for your help! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

rokslide.com

223 Loads

I know this is a popular cartridge around here so I thought we could get some loading info all in one spot. Give everyone an idea of what people are using to get the velocity they’re getting and the rifle it’s coming from. Also thought it may be a good spot for alternatives to the common...

rokslide.com

 

[Axlrod]

This is a few years old, but there is some bolt gun load data at the bottom.
It's from accurate shooter and includes some 223 AI info as well.

You are being redirected...

 

[Schmo]

Yes, both Sierra and Hornady have data for each type. Hornady breaks it down into “.223 Rem”, and then “.223 Rem Service Rifle Data”. Sierra breaks it up into AR-15 and Bolt Gun data

 

[Unckebob]

Yes, both Sierra and Hornady have data for each type. Hornady breaks it down into “.223 Rem”, and then “.223 Rem Service Rifle Data”. Sierra breaks it up into AR-15 and Bolt Gun data

Thank you. I never noticed the service rifle data for 223 before.

 

[Schmo]

You’re welcome! If I were you, I’d pay attention to the Service Rifle/AR-15 data charge weights and be careful if you exceed them. You have a chance that you can go more powder and brass not show pressure, but ARs are a different animal for reloading. Too much powder and your groups will be awful. It has to do with how it interacts with the gas system, and thus the BCG. Those charge weights are meant to work well with the gas systems.