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September 22, 2014, 12:31 AM | #1 |
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Using 55 grainer ina 218 bee?
Hi guys how well do 55 grain projectiles work in the 218 Bee?
I ask because I have about 1000 more than my 223 really needs. |
September 22, 2014, 07:29 AM | #2 |
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I don't have a Bee so can't give you a direct answer. But with the high demand for anything 223 today I would bet you could sell/trade those 55s.
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September 22, 2014, 01:17 PM | #3 |
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They must. There's data in my old Lyman book. And on Reloader's Nest using Lil gun and a Game King.
Powder Start Vel. Max. Vel. 2400 9.5 2183 10.5 2369 IMR4227 10.0 2087 11.5 2380 IMR4198 12.0 2145 13.2 2309 No accuracy load given.
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September 24, 2014, 12:36 AM | #4 |
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My Winchester 43 in 218 Bee has a 1:14 twist, so I would say yes, it should stabilize it. Your problem will be COAL with the 55 gr bullet. You might wind up pushing the bullet into the lands, or lose a lot of case capacity because of seating too deep. But by all means, try it.
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