Why is there such a lack of loads [that I can find] for 62 gr. bullets in the .223? I have found one load with cfe223.
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Why is there such a lack of loads [that I can find] for 62 gr. bullets in the .223? I have found one load with cfe223.
Ron, I would think you'd be safe using load data for 60-65 grain bullets of the same style. Start towards the bottom of the load data suggestions and work up[emoji16]
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Who makes a 62gr bullet ?? Barnes for one. Take a look at there web site. --- SAWMAN
The Speer manual has tons of different loads using a 62gr with 223Rem. So does Accurate. --- SAWMAN
I just found Hornady data for the 62 gr. on PDF....had to dig for it, but it's there.
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This is what I go off of. But I have my load for plinking. 22.6gr varget
Im loading some up right now
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I know the feeling. Hornady starts off so low. At least with my lee book I can start from the bottom and work my way up .3grs at a time and be at or near max by the time I get to the tenth row of my ammo boxes. I usually try to keep it to 3 round groups until I find decent accuracy and work around that
Gentlemen - - -> Also keep in mind that as in the above (Hodgdon),the loads are from a 1:12 bbl. That twist will handle a "little more" pressure than a 1:7 bbl.
I have never had a problem,with any chambering,starting in the books med pressure loads. Some load workups I even start fairly hot. Good example is a Win92,Ruger #1,or H&R Handi Rifle action.
NOT telling you to do this. This is just me. YMMV ---- SAWMAN