Ideal bullet weight range for 308win 1 in 11.25"

[VKC]

I'm going to start reloading 308win. I'm shooting with a bolt-action 23" long 1 in 11.25" twist barrel. I don't want to have to single feed my rounds, and want to utilize AICS magazines.

I have been told that 175gr bullets are ideal for this twist. What weight bullets are ideal?

I was looking at 208gr AMAX, and it's BC seemed attractive. Will my barrel stablize this heavy of a bullet?

What range of bullets weights can I shoot accurately from my barrel? Thanks.

 

[RTH1800]

Re: Ideal bullet weight range for 308win 1 in 11.25"

What are you shooting and what range? If inside 600 I would try the 155 SMK (palma) bullet. Very nice. If going to 1000 on paper, I would shoot the 175. IMO the .308 Win is a bit small to push heavier bullets efficently, but many will disagree on that. Remember all things being near equal, the lighter bullets kick less and that can mean a lot during a long day.
JMO

 

[Inline6]

Re: Ideal bullet weight range for 308win 1 in 11.25"

I run 185 Berger at 2560 fps 42.5 grs of varget. That is out of a 23" rock. FWIW it work well for me.

 

[BCP]

Re: Ideal bullet weight range for 308win 1 in 11.25"

175 SMK, Nosler or 178 Amax. I don't see any reason why a 1:11 wouldn't stabilize a 208 either but I'd start with 175's. I really like the 178 amax, too bad they seem to be dried up at the moment.

 

[vman]

Re: Ideal bullet weight range for 308win 1 in 11.25"

The 180, 185 and 190 grains should be ok in that twist.

Anything lighter will also be fine

the 155s are ok for 1000 but need to be pushed 2900fps+ to be able to retain enough speed when at 1000 yards. Also the wind pushes them around alot more than say the 175's.

 

[VKC]

Re: Ideal bullet weight range for 308win 1 in 11.25"

Mostly shooting paper and steel targets out to 1000 yards. I've tried 150gr at 2900 fps but have not been happy with wind drift. I mostly shoot up in mountains and desert, so I frequently get unpredictable and high winds. Looking to see if heavier bullet with high BC can work in my rifle.