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**Unclenick** · February 7, 2013, 02:03 PM

5 grains is an old standard for FMJ RN 230's. About 820-830 fps from a 5" tube. 4.5 grains is more common and a little more accurate with cast and swaged RN 230's to help avoid leading or deforming the bullets, but either will work just fine for you.

February 7, 2013, 02:03 PM	#6
Unclenick Staff Join Date: March 4, 2005 Location: Ohio Posts: 21,063	5 grains is an old standard for FMJ RN 230's. About 820-830 fps from a 5" tube. 4.5 grains is more common and a little more accurate with cast and swaged RN 230's to help avoid leading or deforming the bullets, but either will work just fine for you. __________________ Gunsite Orange Hat Family Member CMP Certified GSM Master Instructor NRA Certified Rifle Instructor NRA Benefactor Member and Golden Eagle