.280 AI Powders

manitou1

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Mar 29, 2017
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I have used Re23, 7828 and 4831 SSC.
Good accuracy with all three with 168 VLDs.
The 4831 was anemic.
The 7828 and Re 23 shootalmost identical velocities and accuracy.
I chose the Re 23 due to temp stability as I hunt large temp swings.

2950 fps with Re 23 and Berger 168 VLDs... or 7828. I could likely squeeze more speed out of it, but this is fairly close to the top with my 25" barrel.
 

The Guide

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Aug 20, 2023
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Montana
Since the Reloader powders are discontinued and 7828 is not currently available, what is the go to 280AI heavy (175 or 180) bullet powder? The more I look around the less I want to sell the RL26 I have.

Jay
 
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