243 and Reloder 25

[Lance B]

Just started reloading for a 243. I am using Dtac 115, Lapua brass, CCI primers and Reloder 25. I worked my load up from 46 grains to 47.2 grains and at 47.2 velocity was 2950 fps with no pressue signs. At 47.2 grains the load was compressed. Should I continue to increase the amount of powder to get an increase in velocity to about 3050-3150? Is it ok to compress the powder charge.
Thanks,
Lance

 

[JRose]

Re: 243 and Reloder 25

I shoot 47.5 gr in mine getting about 2950fps. A lot of people are getting faster velocities, but I think most are using different powder.

I've had great results from RL-17 , and a friend of mine gets good results from N560.

Just do some experimenting.