Couple of reload component questions for PRS competition

[EchoDeltaSierra]

I'm in the process of bringing a 6.5 Creedmoor rifle online for higher volume shooting through this summer. Had it at the range yesterday for it's test flight, barrel "break-in", and running a couple of ladders. Shot 120 rounds and gathered some great data. Before I order a bulk of reloading components, I had a couple of questions...

1. How many pieces of brass do people find they need for PRS competition? I'm wondering if 200 would be adequate or if I should prepare and firearm another 100 pieces.

2. I've run initial ladders with Hornady 143gr ELD-X pills, and am planning to order between 500-1000 bullets. I'm wondering if I should shoot the 140gr ELD pills, or just stick with the 143s; there's about a $20 price difference per 500. I plan to use this rifle for hunting and thus started with ELD-X.

Thanks in advance for any guidance.

 

[Pvt.Donut]

Typical multi day PRS match is probably 200+ rounds. At minimum I'd suggest 300 pieces of brass to cover sight in, extra shots, and the loss of some pieces along the way. Most guys probably run 500 or more.

6.5's usually run about 2,500 rounds before they burn the barrels. If you don't want to waste components doing load development I'd suggest you buy enough to cover that barrel life. Hornady sells bulk bullets in 2,000 packs. Then they would all be the same lot.