338M Improved with 225gr, need some starting data

[cruizer]

looking to load some 225gr bullets. I am planning on H-1000 or R-25.

Any input on starting and max loads?

I know the 225gr is not the best for loang range but I have close to 1k 0f them and think they may make a good fast load for a 1000 and under.

 

[cruizer]

Re: 338M Improved with 225gr, need some starting data

bump

 

[Wild_Bill]

Re: 338M Improved with 225gr, need some starting data

i assume that it is a 338 lapua mag improved?

If so the max recomended load by ADI for H1000 or AR2217 as it is called here is 101gr so i would use that as a fireforming load and work up from there. now if it is not a 338 Lapua improved you are on your own. the 225's will shoot fine to 1000 yards.

 

[ChrisGarrett]

Re: 338M Improved with 225gr, need some starting data

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: cruizer</div><div class="ubbcode-body">looking to load some 225gr bullets. I am planning on H-1000 or R-25.

Any input on starting and max loads?

I know the 225gr is not the best for loang range but I have close to 1k 0f them and think they may make a good fast load for a 1000 and under.
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I'd just use the 250gr loading data for both of those powders that you're using in your 338LM/AI. It's a lighter bullet, so you'd need more powder for the 225s, which will make a good starting point.

I don't have any hard data for the AI, shooting only the STD cart.

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Chris

 

[cruizer]

Re: 338M Improved with 225gr, need some starting data

update

102gr H-1000 225gr bullet and I get a slight ejector swipe

100gr H-1000 225gr bullet, no ejector swipe, primer looks good.
3073 fps with a 25" barrel.