It was high velocity as well. What's the twist rate on the barrel of your .223??? Berger offers several .20-caliber bullets with 30-, 35-, 40- and 50-grain versions being represented in the accompanying data because they have become popular due to their extreme accuracy potential. 2008 prices range from $.25 to $.50 each in 100 lots. Also use 231,296,and760. Now I load with H335 for 55-62 grain bullets and Reloder 15 for 77-80 grain bullets with Win 748 for 64 PP's. thats the only powder I use for my 223/556 loads. On these particular varmint shoots in Wyoming, Colorado, Montana and Nebraska, 500 to 700 rounds of ammunition were often fired daily while other calibers were used intermittently. Using the 32-grain BlitzKing, 30.7 grains of Accurate 2520 powder almost duplicated factory load performance; however, 28.0 grains of Hodgdon Benchmark reached just under 4,000 fps and was the most accurate powder with this bullet. The .204 Ruger was the second Ruger-named cartridge produced by a partnership between Ruger and Hornady, the first being the big bore .480 Ruger revolver cartridge introduced in 2003 for the Super Redhawk.With the backing of a major gunmaker and a major ammunition company, the round was an instant success, with other ammunition makers and firearms makers quickly adding the new chambering. This has a similar, we would say, burn tate to Varget or Reloader 15, except its a flattened ball powder, not a stick powder. Both have produced great results. Winchester 748. Is this fairly consistent with what everybody else is loading? Location: Mid-Michigan. TAC is Ramshot TAC, a versatile rifle powder that performs well in a number of different calibers. Barnes says of their 26 grain, .204 bullets, Barnes Varmint Grenade is a unique varmint bullet that delivers explosive results. I got the win 748 because it was all the store had that was listed for a 308. I would like to get some of your opinions on your load data as well. This was a joint project from Ruger and Hornady, and not originally a wildcat project. Factory velocity claim was 4,225 fps and my . Sierra offers two excellent BlitzKing varmint bullets in 32- and 39-grain weights. When I first started with a .204 Ruger I was using Hornady Varmint Express factory ammo which used 32gr V-Max Bullets. Powders include Hodgdon, Vihtavuori, IMR, Alliant, Winchester i have been working up 204 loads, too. Been using W748 in my Grendel loads. Shot both factory loads by hornandy, 32 and 40 grn vmax. V-Max bullet). More about this powder: Winchester 748 is a ball powder and the choice for loading 223 Remington cartridges. Larry. Hey everyone! Working up in 1/2 gr. Figured more than just I will use it too. by Cooper Sat May 06, 2017 5:37 am . Explore. I've been using 748 for 25 years or so and it is the best powder for 5.56/.223. 748 is a ball powder and the choice for loading 223 Remington cartridges. Safety Data Sheet. Load Data. H-335 gave great accuracy too. If you wanted to try to neck down something available, I understand a .222 Rem Magnum might work. Thats what I suggest you do. Subscribe to the free newsletter and do not miss any news or promotions. Very good Standard Deviation, this is a very good powder you can be happy to own and use for 5.56. To me this is impractical for a cartridge that was designed for high-volume shooting. Appreciate the understanding! Find a full selection of 204 ruger rifles from top rifle manufacturers at the best prices. Precision dies, especially benchrest-style bullet seating dies, will help in obtaining top-notch accuracy, with a Redding seating die being used herein. 748 and 2208/Varget are the two powders I use for rifles apart . Good luck, 29.8 gr blc-2 and your choice of 40 gr bullet I prefer berger hp. We like this powder, and think its very versatile for 5.56. Features a rugged, stainless steel bolt with 90 bolt throw and rapid lock time for added accuracy. This is Ball powder. At the end of a day of high-volume shooting, the comparatively low muzzle report, flat trajectory and low recoil of the .204 was especially appreciated. For example, when developing other data not included here, IMR-4064 powder was used, and it performed fine. Speer has earned a loyal following with the explosive-like performance of its TNT hollowpoint varmint bullets, with the 39-grain version being used here. To comply with the new e-Privacy directive, we need to ask for your consent to set the cookies. MIBULLETS. 26.0 gr of WW-748 is a solid load. Other than the outlined nuances associated with handloading a small caliber, high-velocity varmint cartridge, it is relatively easy to develop handloads for the .204 Ruger that duplicate or exceed factory load performance. $678.00. Increasing thecharge to 29-1/2gn boosts velocity to 4029fps, but is . We use cookies to make your experience better. A lot of groups in the .2-.4 range. At 28gr. 204 Ruger Rifles for sale online or in-store at Sportsman's Warehouse. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. As reference ammunition, a variety of factory loads from Federal, Hornady, Nosler, Remington and Winchester were checked for accuracy and velocity, with the results shown in an accompanying table. Sep 24, 2020. This power is ideal for 55-77 grain bullets. Never exceed maximum loads because excessive chamber pressure will result. JavaScript seems to be disabled in your browser. Available in 1 lb. 3,427 fps-(unverified)(MAX) [note from a user: 32 grains TAC is MAX/MAX and will produce over 4,200 fps not verified, caution] This load likely exceeds max pressures, use at your own risk I would use the TAC loads below for the 32 grain, 50 grain Berger Hollow Point Boat Tail (HPBT), (Note: hard to stabilize longer bullets, 1 in 12 twist is not enough). These rifles feature high-quality, cold hammer-forged barrels that are stress relieved and known for their accuracy. Coping it would work great for him, maybe for you as well. The author used Hornady dies for this report. Hornady offers its excellent 32- and 40-grain V-MAX bullets as well as a 45-grain Spire Point designed for larger varmints such as coyotes. * * * * *Powders: RL-15, RL-7 are Accurate Arms Powder; H335, H4895, Benchmark & Varget are Hodgdon, IMR powders are also supplied by Hodgdon. But where you see a (MAX) load, the one above it is the starting load, do not go below that amount. Shots great and is very consistent. Hornadys 40-grain V-MAX factory load chronographed 3,851 fps, which I was able to more or less duplicate or exceed by using 29.5 grains of Accurate 2520 or 29.8 grains of Hodgdon CFE 223 powder. My .204 ar build is almost complete. It is also ideal for a wide variety of centerfire rifle loads, including 222 Remington, 30-30 Winchester, 30 Winchester, and up to 485 Winchester Magnum. Anyone shoot the 55 gr bergers? Posts: 597 No loads for the 204 Ruger and 748 powder on that site. That makes me feel alot better about shooting these loads. as well. 204 ruger. One innovative feature found in Hornady .204 factory loads includes powder containing a decoppering agent that effectively inhibits bullet jacket fouling. We continue to prioritize our shipments to our traditional sales channels to maximize powder availability at retailers. I use between 26.5 and 27.0 g of 748. We do not take backorders and our Tech Services team cannot take orders via email or phone. When handloading the .204 Ruger, using spherical powders or super short cut extruded powders will help prevent bridging in the case. Purely subjective, but to me, I can't tell the difference between the 223 and 204 on targets, they're about the same (to me) in the field, but the 204 shoots noticably flatter in comparison. TAC is a double-based powder providing for ease of metering and consistent charge weights. [ ed:Its being tested widely in the .204 ] Jeff Quinn likes Hodgdon Varget and Accurate Arms 2460 for loads. Prairie dog shooters will find this a favorite, as J.B. Hodgdon has for years! You can get brass from Hornady, Norma, Nosler, Remington & Winchester. As a result, it had to be cleaned on a regular basis to maintain accuracy so was ultimately disposed of. Hi there can anybody help me with some load data for W748 in my .204. VAT (where applicable), shipping costs and possible delivery charges. In ill health for some time, Oliver F. Winchester died December 11, 1880 at age 70 in New Haven, Connecticut. A CZ 527 American rifle was selected to develop the accompanying loads. You would be doing well if this was the only powder you used for 5.56, it is good at everything. It showed consistent accuracy across a variety of loads and bullets. I was wondering what some of you guys have worked up as loads for this round. Never begin loading with the maximum powder charge shown in these reloading data tables, regardless of your experience. 0. Vihtavuori N540, Winchester 748 . by Rick in Oregon Sun Jul 04, 2010 8:17 am, Powered by phpBB Forum Software phpBB Limited. Using bullets from Hornady V-Max. The .204 Ruger is considered to be accurate on distances up to 270 yards. Mar 9, 2003 87 63 New Zealand. When we are sold out, we are sold out. But it has a slower burn rate in 223. I only used ball powders. That is really good trait. 29.3 gr and a 32 vmax has been outstanding for me, fellas i am new here and this may even be my first or second post but i thought i would toss this out for the fellas that are playing with the 204 loads- i have 3 different 204's and the reason for that is i could not get anything factory to shoot in 1- factory 700 adl 204 and 2-23" encore barrel and 3- a ruger 77 vt stainless - i tried all powders and primers and bullets with one load that worked in all 3 - the remington i almost sent back to them for checking out only after doing a lot of work to it to see if it would shoot - now to this day i cant get a 55 gr of any kind to shoot and the best so far and pretty darn good is the 40 bergers even though they are almost 20 a box - now for the fellas that are still looking for a load to try - like i said no factory stuff would shoot worth a crap even the 32gr stuff but this load shot great and i mean groups i am proud to match with my pride and joy 22-250 40X -yea it hurts a little to admit it but i knew this 204 urge would pan out sooner or later in a plain jane remington with enough tries-- the load that works in all 3 guns is : and please check this info before you load it because its coming from memory -- varget 28.5 gr and 205M primers and the 40gr bergers - now my col was just a tad longer than factory but still not long enough to touch the lands in any of the guns so there was a little jump (even with the 55gr i still couldnt get enough length) i know now that the twist in 204 just will not shoot that long of a bullet) but didnt at the time and i was using the brass from the factory hornady stuff that was all over the place - now i dont own a chrony so thats all the info i can offer but i will tell ya this - this load groups like nothing i have ever seen in my very few years of loading my own stuff and this load showed no bad signs in all 3 guns - i sure hope this helps someone and saves them a little powder and time-i hope it shoots in their gun as well as it does mine and if ya play a little more with this load and figure something else out post it, The Official Predator Masters Search Engine, http://www.rugerhunting.com/forum/index.php. It is far easier to work with ball powders like 748 than with the stick powders when you have the small neck cases. and went up to 28gr. This is mentioned because when wind drift moved the bullet off target, another round could instantly be chambered, the hold corrected and a hit made without a spotter before wind conditions changed. Reloading equipment, methods, load data, powder and projectile information. My cousin left me his setup, he had some older powder,(still in the metal cans). PLEASE start out down in the 27.4 gr. I really appreciate all y'alls help. 300 Winchester Short Magnum (WSM) 300 Holland & Holland (H&H) Magnum. Modifying a cartridge case to another shape and/or caliber has been the pastime of wildcatters seemingly forever. Powders include Accurate, Norma, Alliant, Vihtavuori, Hodgdon, Ramshot, Winchester, IMR Winchester 748 is a ball powder and the choice for loading 223 Remington cartridges. Working up in 1/2 gr. It was 90 degrees out during this test. Accuracy is sub MOA. I've worked up a load for the 223 from an older Lyman book using some 4895 powder, and 40grain v-max's. To be able to use the full range of Shopware 6, we recommend activating Javascript in your browser. Load data for 27 loads in caliber .30-30 Win. These loads are likely to produce vertical stringing at long range. Well about a month now, but I've got one hole groups out of 40 gr VMax 's everybody says the .204 doesn't like. I have one for 40gr V-max that shoots really well out of my 1/12 and 1/9 twist barrels it's a great powder for both rifles the .308 with Winchester brass will like around 44.4 grains with 168 match bullets and 44.6 grains with the 165's is a good target area. . TAC 29.9 gr. with .308 | 170gr . Wow, that's really low on the 55gr. H335. But brass for the .204 is as easy to get, so why do it? It is suggested to avoid extruded versions that have longer cuts (or logs), as they will bridge in the small cartridge. 1. Win primers, .005" off lands. I am just working on .204 Ruger loads and I need some help working up some loads. . 35 grain Berger rem 7.5. some good info here. However, throwing charges was out of the question; rather, each charge had to be very slowly trickled into cases to prevent bridging. The pressure index is also much lower (CUP) yet velocity is not compromised. the case is pretty full. Using win and hornady brass with cci small rifle mag primers. But either will serve you well. Varget is a good powder across many weights for the .223. But it has a slower burn rate in 223. When the .204 is chambered in a rifle with a nicely finished bore, fouling with powders that are void of decoppering agents can be minimal. Regardless, these results were mostly observed with loads containing lighter bullets, which are oddly popular among individuals who only purchase factory ammunition. Using 29.5 grains of Accurate 2230 powder duplicated, and even slightly exceeded, factory load velocities. I would think its a little faster burning than say AA2520 or CFE223, and slower burning than AA2230, 2460 or H335. Thanks gentlemen. A few examples include Accurate 2015, 2230 and 2520, Hodgdon CFE 223, Benchmark, BL-C(2), Norma 200, Winchester 748, IMR-8208 XBR, Alliant Reloder 10X, AR-Comp, Vihtavuori N133 or Ramshot X-Terminator and TAC. June 14, 2022 By Steve Gash. My methodology was to trim cases all to the same length, full-length size them, install new primers, weigh empty cases, fill them with water until level with the case mouth, then weigh again and deduct their dry weights. I would think its a little faster burning than say AA2520 or CFE223, and slower burning than AA2230, 2460 or H335. References: Internet sites (powder and bullet companies) Numerous magazine articles on reloading special calibers and personal loads where noted. For the next 14 years Winchester aggressively sought new markets, created new products and explored new opportunities for his lever-action rifles. It is also ideal for a wide variety of centerfire rifle loads, including 222 Remington, 30-30 Winchester, 30 Winchester, and up to 485 Winchester Magnum. I shoot 27 grain so varget with 40 gr v-max. 300 Remington Short Action Ultra Magnum (SAUM) 308 Norma Magnum. trends and tips from the leader in reloading. You are using an out of date browser. Born in Boston in 1810, Winchesters initial foray into business was as a maker of mens shirts. The Lyman #49 does not have a load for TAC for the .204. Compare Compare Now. Manufacturer Loading Data.17 Hornet.17 Remington.204 Ruger.22 - 250 Remington.22 Hornet.220 Swift.222 Remington.223 Remington.223 WSSM (Winchester Super Short Magnum) 5.56 x 45 mm.243 Winchester.243 WSSM (Winchester Super Short Magnum) 6 mm - 284; 6 mm ARC (Advanced Rifle Cartridge) 6 mm Bench Rest Remington; The low-flame temperature extends barrel life compared to other similar speed powder. 32 vmax at ranges inside 150 gets pretty messy. The .204 Ruger is considered to be accurate on distances up to 270 yards. Does anyone use Win 748 powder for .223 or .308 loads? The low-flame temperature extends barrel life compared to other similar speed powder. Loads for .204 Ruger:(Note: Most are maximum loads, you should use 10% less to start.) I'm new to reloading and just wondering is that a safe load, I didn't hear it crunch when I set the bullet, so I don't think its a compressed load. The obvious question I am going to ask you is - What manual are you using for load data? I have a bunch of brass, but wanted somewhere to start so i could save some time and money. Factory loads and handloads were checked for velocity and accuracy with a CZ 527 American with a 22-inch barrel and a Redfield Revolution 4-12x scope. When the .204 first appeared I had the opportunity to use several different rifles and multiple factory loads on varmint shoots. .204 Ruger - Published Manufacturer Loading Data. Anyone have any loads? or 27.5 gr. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. I plan on loading some up in the next few days and hopefully will get to try them out pretty soon. In my experience, in regards to the .204speed is your friend. Just looking for a starting point. Didn't matter, it just kept grouping tight over and over. Excellent performance, very consistent between batches. The ballistic performance based off the 32 V-Max, 40 , 45 grain are 4,225 ft/s (32 gr), 3,900 ft/s (40 gr), and 3,625 ft/s (45 gr). The Winchester 748 powder is one of the easiest powders to use for reloading. Got two to plink around with and hope to do a little varmint hunting later this spring. . For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Load at your own risk. Again, start low and work up. Sniff Private. Select handloads easily exceeded 4,000 fps, duplicating and even exceeding factory load performance. Its virtues include an unusually flat trajectory, mild recoil, outstanding accuracy, modest muzzle report and velocities of 4,225 fps with 32-grain bullets or 3,900 fps with 40-grain . Most ammunition companies use magnum primers in their factory loads, but not all. Sign up with your email address to receive news and updates. With the heavier bullets WW-748 can produce top velocities. The 223 is a Savage Edge and I think it has a 1 in 9 twist rate. Tis is death on anything I have touched with it inside 400 yards including coyotes and further on prairie dogs. Hornday V-Max bullet and it shows that 28.1 gr. in Aktuality. Akce tdne. Multiple applications in the 222 Remington and other varmint cartridges. For those wanting to duplicate velocities of the 32-grain V-MAX factory load, try 30.5 grains of Accurate 2520. The bullet blows up completely at high speed, creating little or no exit wounds on larger animals. I'd like to know of a good load for the .204 also. The 527 features a 22-inch barrel, which is shorter than those found on most varmint rifles, but. . match bullet @ 98% loading density. 30 Nosler. Federal Gold Medal 205 Match primers were used to develop the accompanying loads. Thanks Catshooter. You may have noticed a new age verification message when you entered the site. bullet, 17 fireball winchester 748, 175 gr smk 308 wichester load data winchester 748 powder, 204 ruger load 32 . The new flat-base, hollow-cavity bullet remains intact at ultra-high velocities, yet fragments explosively on impact. Your right, H 322, thumb hit the wrong key. Available in 1 lb. Cold hammer-forged barrel results in ultra-precise rifling that provides exceptional accuracy and longevity. Maximum overall cartridge length is limited to 2.260 inches; however, most handload data was developed with overall loaded lengths from 2.245 to 2.250 inches. Anyone try cfe223 in a AR platform? Snipers Hide is a community of Snipers of all kinds, focusing on long range shooting, accuracy, and ballistics. Figured more than just I will use it too. . After much experimenting ive settled on 39gr blitzkings and 28gr. This is from the Hornady #7 manual, for TAC powder in the .204 Ruger: 32 Grain Bullet, Minimum load of 24.5 (3700 fps) - Maximum load of 27.4 (4100 fps) 40 Grain Bullet, Minimum load of 23.2 (3200 fps) - Maximum load of 25.8 (3700 fps) The latest Nosler #7 shows WW-748 as the top velocity powder with their 69 gr . ON A HOT DAY IT STATRS SHOOTING HIGH. Leaves coyote and bobcat pelts virtually undamaged. That's what I suggest you do. Both feature a green plastic tip for high BCs, but it also serves to facilitate rapid expansion on varmints. (See note on Powders below or read all about various Powders.) The Official Predator Masters Search Engine, http://www.predatormastersforums.com/forums/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=2148878. It is also ideal for a wide variety of centerfire rifle loads, including 222 Remington, 30-30 Winchester, 30 Winchester, and up to 458 Winchester Magnum. The lightest (at least that I am aware of) is the Hornady 24-grain Non-Traditional eXpanding (NTX) that is legal for use in all areas that are zoned accordingly, such as California. Never had good accuracy with the blitz king in load development so I have no experience with it on game f any kind. Close menu . Reloading data for 34 loads in caliber .204 Ruger with .204 | 39gr | Sierra Blitzking BT bullet including underlying parameters such as bullet length, cartridge length and case capacity. Ive got some RL15 and imr 8208 xbr Im gonna try. It is also ideal for a wide variety of centerfire rifle loads, including 222 Remington, 30-30 Winchester, 30 Winchester, and up to 485 Winchester Magnum. The .204 Ruger (left) is based on the .222 Remington Magnum case (right) necked down and with the shoulder moved forward. Right click to view background image for more detail. I've only started reloading since about the first of the year. JSweet, are you trying H332 or H322, I have a load for H322 with the 32 V max 27 grains Remington 7 1/2 primer COL 2.366. 27.4 grains of 8208 does good in my DTECH ar15. . For example, its low recoil allowed bullet strike to be observed through the riflescope. Regardless of the powder selected, a high-quality powder measure is especially valuable, with a Redding Comp BR-30 used to help develop the accompanying data. I'm looking for some load data on these rounds with the 748. However, the 40-grain V-MAX offers a higher ballistic coefficient (BC) and a flatter trajectory. A great powder for reloading so many different rifle calibres. No, the large part of the case is longer and neck taper is different. Great powder for lighter bullets in a .308. Win 748 in 204 Ruger. range and work up very slowly. I was able to shrink my groups from about 3in down to about 3/4 in at 100, which ain't bad for that rifle. I'm shooting 40gr v-max's. Furthermore, the ammunition containing heavier. 5.0 out of 5 star rating (1) Savage 12 LRPV Left Port Rifle. And mine in .204 for . I was also wondering if you know what the knockdown power is like in comparison to say a .223rem. It is also ideal for a wide variety of centerfire rifle loads, including 222 Remington, 30-30 Winchester, 30 Winchester, and up to 485 Winchester Magnum. 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