C.O.A.L for .243 with 105 gr bullets

kpbeddin · September 19, 2009, 08:35 AM

I am reloading for my .243 and my rifle measurements show that my COAL is higher than any published data I can find for 105 gr Speer Hotcore bullets. I am measuring for ~0.020 inches off the lands. My measurements show a lenght of 2.780 inches but the Speer manual says 2.625 for COAL. I have also found other references listing 105 grain bullets with a 2.760 max COAL. Any help for a new reloader would be appreciated.

wncchester · September 19, 2009, 12:54 PM

If your ammo feeds and chambers okay you are set to go.

September 19, 2009, 08:35 AM	#1
kpbeddin Junior Member Join Date: November 24, 2007 Location: Walhalla SC Posts: 13	C.O.A.L for .243 with 105 gr bullets I am reloading for my .243 and my rifle measurements show that my COAL is higher than any published data I can find for 105 gr Speer Hotcore bullets. I am measuring for ~0.020 inches off the lands. My measurements show a lenght of 2.780 inches but the Speer manual says 2.625 for COAL. I have also found other references listing 105 grain bullets with a 2.760 max COAL. Any help for a new reloader would be appreciated.

September 19, 2009, 12:54 PM	#2
wncchester Senior Member Join Date: December 1, 2002 Posts: 2,832	If your ammo feeds and chambers okay you are set to go.