looking for load data for .223

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skunker101

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im going on an antelope hunt in october and would like to use my 700. so what im looking for is a good load using the barnes 62 grn. tsx bullet and either IMR 4198 or IMR 4064. if anybody has any loads using that please let me know. thanks
 
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Grab yourself a couple manuals and check out the Hodgdon site and work up some loads. Everyone can give you load data, but it won't be specific to your rifle.

http://data.hodgdon.com/main_menu.asp

You can also look through some of the old posts here. Mucho grande info on some loads for the .223 not more than one or 2 pages old.

And welcome to the forums!!!
 
Why not just send your rifle, powder, and bullets to one of us and we will workout a load for you??

Or you can do as Webopper said but what fun is that?
 
Shunker101 DO Not use hodgden info to load barnes bullets. They have there own loading dynamics that do not work the same way as lead bullets. Use only Barnes load data with all barnes bullets!
 
Originally Posted By: BearShunker101 DO Not use hodgden info to load barnes bullets. They have there own loading dynamics that do not work the same way as lead bullets. Use only Barnes load data with all barnes bullets!

Really? Source?
 

From the Barnes website

*Disclaimer: The load data contained on this site is intended for use with Barnes Bullets. Bullets from other manufacturers may not produce equivalent pressure or velocities; therefore, it is not recommended that this data be used with components other than as listed. Data contained herein is intended for use by individuals who are familiar with correct and safe handloading practices and procedures.


223 Rem loaddata

http://www.barnesbullets.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/01/223RemingtonWeb.pdf
 
Originally Posted By: BearShunker101 DO Not use hodgden info to load barnes bullets. They have there own loading dynamics that do not work the same way as lead bullets. Use only Barnes load data with all barnes bullets!

Why would they include Barnes bullets in their load data if it wasn't considered when they put the data in there? Yea, Hodgdon data is fine in my opinion for whatever bullets they have listed.

Originally Posted By: Orion
From the Barnes website

*Disclaimer: The load data contained on this site is intended for use with Barnes Bullets. Bullets from other manufacturers may not produce equivalent pressure or velocities; therefore, it is not recommended that this data be used with components other than as listed. Data contained herein is intended for use by individuals who are familiar with correct and safe handloading practices and procedures.


223 Rem loaddata

http://www.barnesbullets.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/01/223RemingtonWeb.pdf


That disclaimer, or one similar to it is in every reloading manual, and on the sites (including Hodgdon) that have reloading data. It's the "be smart when doing this stuff" disclaimer.
 
Maybe it is because not all Barnes bullets are solid copper, they do make a lot of lead bullets, which can be loaded same as any other lead bullet.
 
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Originally Posted By: BearMaybe it is because not all Barnes bullets are solid copper, they do make a lot of lead bullets, which can be loaded same as any other lead bullet.

No, that ain't it either. They have many of the TSX and VG bullets listed in their load data. You can find load data for some of the same bullet/powder combinations as are listed on the Barnes sheet.

I'm thinking you have never even looked at that site, and were just making that statement based on some mis-information you got from someone else that also didn't even take the time to look at it before passing the mis-information along to you.

Let's stop the mis-information chain right here, whaddya say?
 
Should have done more research.

I agree if you use the Hodgdon load data for the Barnes 55 gn TSX FB you will be OK. Do not assume load data for other 55gr bullets will be the same. From the hodgdon website http://hodgdon.com/ when using Benchmark the recommended load data for the TSX is about 2 grs less than other 55 gr bullets. Always nice to start with the load manual from the bullet manufacture when possible.
 
Originally Posted By: WebopperOriginally Posted By: BearMaybe it is because not all Barnes bullets are solid copper, they do make a lot of lead bullets, which can be loaded same as any other lead bullet.

No, that ain't it either. They have many of the TSX and VG bullets listed in their load data. You can find load data for some of the same bullet/powder combinations as are listed on the Barnes sheet.

I'm thinking you have never even looked at that site, and were just making that statement based on some mis-information you got from someone else that also didn't even take the time to look at it before passing the mis-information along to you.

Let's stop the mis-information chain right here, whaddya say?

Well I looked.........Barnes has two loads for the 62TSX. With the same two powders, Nosler has about identical loads for their 60gr. partition.
 
I have done the research, and also reference multiple sources when doing my reloading and when possible starting with the bullet manufacturer reference. Also note earlier when I said the Hodgdon was a good source "for whatever bullets they have listed".

What got my knickers in a ball was a blanket statement to not use a valuable and reliable resource. I think we should be using and promoting all the resources we can.
 
Originally Posted By: BearShunker101 DO Not use hodgden info to load barnes bullets. They have there own loading dynamics that do not work the same way as lead bullets. Use only Barnes load data with all barnes bullets!

BS I use it for my 7mm mag and have for 3years with no problems. I use Hodgens data for my 140gr TTSX
 
got it figured out guys. bought the varget. using the data straight from barnes' website. figured that would be easier. im only in this reloading thing for 3 years now so im still a little carful about coming up with my own loads. thanks
 


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