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.243 87 V-Max

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Jul 28, 2008
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Lansing, Michigan
I can't find any data for a 87 v-max load with varget, I was wondering if anyone else uses this combo, if so whats your load, any help will be appreciated.

Thanks
 
Re: .243 87 V-Max

I have only loaded 87 grainers with IMR 4350 (40 grains) because it worked so well I didn't bother to try varget. I did find several loads online from other people and it sounded like 36-37 grains was where they got the best results. Makes sense, it's just 2 grains short of my load for the 75 grain v-max, which is pretty close to a starting load. If I did try varget I would still start at 34gr and work up since that's the 90 grain bullet data from Hodgdons site. If I try it I'll let you know. I'd be interested in hearing about your results as well.

-John
 
Re: .243 87 V-Max

.243, 23" barrel, 87 gr soft point Copper jacketed bullets, 45 gr H4350, 2.570"
OAL, not jammed into the lands

3137 fps measured, Quickload predicts 3148 fps, 58 kpsi