I recently started casting my own projectiles and am at a loss to find load data for 168 grain cast bullets. I was wondering if anybody knew a good load for it. Thanks
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I assume you are looking for 308 data? There is some info in the Lee Manual. Most loads must be kept below 2000 fps to prevent leading and of course use a gas check.
One that I have used is 33.3 Varget under a TL312-160-2R dropped 168 sized to 309, tumble lubed. Clocked at 1980 fps and pretty fun to shoot.
If you are looking for a slower load, get some Trailboss and google some loads, you really cant mess up a Trailboss load. I do and would stay away from the Unique, red dot and stuff. I am not to keen on double charging a load. Thats just me.
My load can be validated in the Lee manual 2nd edition page 145.
One that I have used is 33.3 Varget under a TL312-160-2R dropped 168 sized to 309, tumble lubed. Clocked at 1980 fps and pretty fun to shoot.
If you are looking for a slower load, get some Trailboss and google some loads, you really cant mess up a Trailboss load. I do and would stay away from the Unique, red dot and stuff. I am not to keen on double charging a load. Thats just me.
My load can be validated in the Lee manual 2nd edition page 145.
I use the Lyman 311291 170 grain cast bullet in my 30-06, 30-40 Krag, 30-30 and 308 and found 17-18 grains of unique gave mr excellent accuracy.
