223 powder

deadwolfarms · January 12, 2012, 02:40 PM

I need a clean powder that meters well 55gr bullets

4runnerman · January 12, 2012, 03:16 PM

RL-15

Marco Califo · January 12, 2012, 04:29 PM

H335 or Varget
AA 2460, or 2230

http://data.hodgdon.com/main_menu.asp
http://www.accuratepowder.com/wp-con...d_data_3.5.pdf

m&p45acp10+1 · January 12, 2012, 04:42 PM

H-335 works quite well, and meters well in most powder measures. I use it exclusively for 55 grain bullets. I worked up to Nostler's recomended accuracy load of 25.0 grains. I use whichever SR, or SR magnum primer I can get. It shoots more acurately than most people are capable of shooting.

Wyoredman · January 12, 2012, 05:17 PM

Hodgdon's new CFE 223 is reported to be one of the cleanest and most accurate powders ever made for the .223!

I have never tried, nor even seen, any as of today. BUT, I have been reading up on it and it is reported to have a metal binding chemical that keeps copper and carbon from bonding to the steel of the rifle barrel.

Who knows for sure?

I am going to try it if I can ever find any.

http://hodgdon.com/rifle.html

CrustyFN · January 12, 2012, 07:39 PM

For me it's H-335 or the pull down version WC-844.

Xfire68 · January 12, 2012, 07:53 PM

I like Ramshot TAC but, the price has gone up on it and many have it selling for the same as Varget or Benchmark. When it was $108 for 8lbs it was the go to powder for me. Farley clean burning, good velocity and great accuracy.

I still use it as I bought a bunch but, if Varget is within a few bucks of the price I would buy it instead.

CherokeeT · January 12, 2012, 08:12 PM

I've been using H335 since 1975. Tried others and keep coming back. Gives me the best results with Hornady 55 JSP bullets or their FMJ. I'm going to try the new CFE 223 one of these days.

moxie · January 12, 2012, 09:31 PM

I recently got started on .223 and find W748 and RE-10X work great. 10X is more economical than 748 , needing only around 21 grs. vs. 26 for 748 for about the same velocity with 55 gr. FMJBT bullets. That's ~270 rounds a pound for 748, ~330 for 10X. Big difference. On the other hand, the 748 does meter better than the REs, being spherical rather than stick. But that "crunchiness" when measuring doesn't affect anything, even if it is esthetically irritating.

The only way to buy powder economically these days is in 5 lb. jugs, which are virtually impossible to find at local gun shops.

But, Powder Valley has the 5 pounders at great prices, ditto on primers. If you order a few 5 pounders of powder and a few thousand primers, even with the hazmat fee and shipping you will save gobs over the LGS. Check it out. I just got 5 lbs. RE-7 (going to give it a try, I think RE-15 is probably too slow for 55 gr.), 5 lbs. 10X, and 3000 CCI SRP for $293.25, shipped. That would have cost, at the cheapest LGS I can find, $351.85 plus $29 tax or ~$380. Big difference there too.

farmerboy · January 12, 2012, 10:39 PM

Varget. I hear some say metering problems but I haven't had problems other than Varget being addictive!

homesick · January 13, 2012, 08:02 AM

I use Benchmark /or H335 once in a while both meter good

hodaka · January 13, 2012, 08:14 AM

H-322 has proven to be the most accurate for me. Another good one, especially for the lighter bullets is IMR-4198.

isaias_1 · January 13, 2012, 04:13 PM

Ok, I am using IMR 4198 with Berry's 55gr bullets and they seem to be doing great. I am looking at getting H335 because it does meter well according to so many people. I am wondering how it measures up to IMR 4198. Anyone have Velocities or Pressures, etc? Thanks

Don't want to hijack your thread just seems like a good thread to get more info on this subject since so many people are recommending H335.

hpg · January 13, 2012, 04:16 PM

I have used IMR4198 for years in 222 and 223Remington

Marquezj16 · January 13, 2012, 04:20 PM

Wow, no one has mentions BLC2. I also use H335. The BLC2 meters better. Probably about the same as far as clean goes.

medalguy · January 13, 2012, 07:29 PM

H335 is my preferred powder. Meters like water. Remember this powder was developed specifically for the 223 round.

CrustyFN · January 13, 2012, 10:13 PM

Quote:

Wow, no one has mentions BLC2. I also use H335.

I tried BLC2 but it wasn't as accurate as H-335. I'm going to load some 62 grain bullets I just got so I will probably try some with those so I can use my pound up and see how it works there.

603Country · January 13, 2012, 10:19 PM

Nobody much mentions AA2230, but that's the powder that has worked out best for 65 grain bullets in my 223. I tried Varget, 4064, and H335 and they didn't shoot as well as AA2230. Of course that's just my rifle, but you might want to give it a try, since it was developed for 60ish grain bullets in 223.

Bamashooter · January 14, 2012, 12:12 AM

I have used and liked tac, w748, imr-4895 and currently Im using h335 for some 55gr sierra fmj's Im reloading. This is the first time Ive ever used 335 and its a very accurate and clean burning powder. Definatly use more of this in the future.

JACK308 · January 14, 2012, 10:28 AM

varget

Marquezj16 · January 14, 2012, 01:13 PM

Quote:

I tried BLC2 but it wasn't as accurate as H-335. I'm going to load some 62 grain bullets I just got so I will probably try some with those so I can use my pound up and see how it works there.

My load was for 55 gr Hornady (V-max and FMJ) with 27.4 gr of BLC2. Very accurate in my Rem 700 and both M&P 15 (Sport/OR). Hope the 62 grains work for ya.

FWest · January 14, 2012, 07:04 PM

I have been trying some different powders for 223. IMR 8208 XBR has been the most accurate and clean burning. 748 seems to burn a bit dirty, TAC and 335 seem the same as far as metering, accuracy and cleanliness. YMMV

10-96 · January 14, 2012, 07:21 PM

Another vote for Varget. I don't notice any problems with metering with either my Lee or RCBS dump. But then, I dump light, trickle up, and weigh each load.

level10 · January 15, 2012, 02:30 AM

imr 8208 works good also i find it meters better than varget

Jim243 · January 15, 2012, 09:35 AM

H-335 or IMR 8208 XBR.

Jim

January 12, 2012, 02:40 PM	#1
deadwolfarms Member Join Date: November 27, 2011 Posts: 26	223 powder I need a clean powder that meters well 55gr bullets

January 12, 2012, 03:16 PM	#2
4runnerman Senior Member Join Date: January 16, 2010 Location: Minnesota Posts: 3,577	RL-15 __________________ NRA Certified RSO NwCP- Performance Isn't Optional

January 12, 2012, 04:29 PM	#3
Marco Califo Senior Member Join Date: April 4, 2011 Location: LA (Greater Los Angeles Area) Posts: 2,598	H335 or Varget AA 2460, or 2230 http://data.hodgdon.com/main_menu.asp http://www.accuratepowder.com/wp-con...d_data_3.5.pdf __________________ ............

January 12, 2012, 04:42 PM	#4
m&p45acp10+1 Senior Member Join Date: May 3, 2009 Location: Central Texas Posts: 3,930	H-335 works quite well, and meters well in most powder measures. I use it exclusively for 55 grain bullets. I worked up to Nostler's recomended accuracy load of 25.0 grains. I use whichever SR, or SR magnum primer I can get. It shoots more acurately than most people are capable of shooting. __________________ No matter how many times you do it and nothing happens it only takes something going wrong one time to kill you.

January 12, 2012, 05:17 PM	#5
Wyoredman Senior Member Join Date: September 6, 2011 Location: Wyoming Posts: 1,352	Hodgdon's new CFE 223 is reported to be one of the cleanest and most accurate powders ever made for the .223! I have never tried, nor even seen, any as of today. BUT, I have been reading up on it and it is reported to have a metal binding chemical that keeps copper and carbon from bonding to the steel of the rifle barrel. Who knows for sure? I am going to try it if I can ever find any. http://hodgdon.com/rifle.html __________________ Go Pokes! Go Rams!

January 12, 2012, 07:39 PM	#6
CrustyFN Senior Member Join Date: June 4, 2006 Location: West Virginia Posts: 2,258	For me it's H-335 or the pull down version WC-844. __________________ I don't ever remember being absent minded.

January 12, 2012, 07:53 PM	#7
Xfire68 Senior Member Join Date: March 31, 2010 Location: Communist State of IL. Posts: 1,562	I like Ramshot TAC but, the price has gone up on it and many have it selling for the same as Varget or Benchmark. When it was $108 for 8lbs it was the go to powder for me. Farley clean burning, good velocity and great accuracy. I still use it as I bought a bunch but, if Varget is within a few bucks of the price I would buy it instead. __________________ NRA Life Member, SAF Member

January 12, 2012, 08:12 PM	#8
CherokeeT Senior Member Join Date: April 23, 2008 Location: Medina, Ohio Posts: 273	I've been using H335 since 1975. Tried others and keep coming back. Gives me the best results with Hornady 55 JSP bullets or their FMJ. I'm going to try the new CFE 223 one of these days. __________________ God Bless America US Army, NRA Endowment TSRA Life, SASS

January 12, 2012, 09:31 PM	#9
moxie Senior Member Join Date: October 17, 2006 Location: TX Posts: 513	I recently got started on .223 and find W748 and RE-10X work great. 10X is more economical than 748 , needing only around 21 grs. vs. 26 for 748 for about the same velocity with 55 gr. FMJBT bullets. That's ~270 rounds a pound for 748, ~330 for 10X. Big difference. On the other hand, the 748 does meter better than the REs, being spherical rather than stick. But that "crunchiness" when measuring doesn't affect anything, even if it is esthetically irritating. The only way to buy powder economically these days is in 5 lb. jugs, which are virtually impossible to find at local gun shops. But, Powder Valley has the 5 pounders at great prices, ditto on primers. If you order a few 5 pounders of powder and a few thousand primers, even with the hazmat fee and shipping you will save gobs over the LGS. Check it out. I just got 5 lbs. RE-7 (going to give it a try, I think RE-15 is probably too slow for 55 gr.), 5 lbs. 10X, and 3000 CCI SRP for $293.25, shipped. That would have cost, at the cheapest LGS I can find, $351.85 plus $29 tax or ~$380. Big difference there too. __________________ If you want to shoot...shoot...don't talk! Tuco USAF Munitions 1969-1992 RVN 1972-1973

January 12, 2012, 10:39 PM	#10
farmerboy Junior member Join Date: May 16, 2009 Location: Central Texas Posts: 1,343	Varget. I hear some say metering problems but I haven't had problems other than Varget being addictive!

January 13, 2012, 08:02 AM	#11
homesick Senior Member Join Date: February 11, 2011 Location: Central Florida Posts: 378	I use Benchmark /or H335 once in a while both meter good

January 13, 2012, 08:14 AM	#12
hodaka Senior Member Join Date: April 23, 2006 Location: South Texas Posts: 2,010	H-322 has proven to be the most accurate for me. Another good one, especially for the lighter bullets is IMR-4198.

January 13, 2012, 04:13 PM	#13
isaias_1 Member Join Date: November 10, 2011 Location: Wasilla, AK Posts: 34	Ok, I am using IMR 4198 with Berry's 55gr bullets and they seem to be doing great. I am looking at getting H335 because it does meter well according to so many people. I am wondering how it measures up to IMR 4198. Anyone have Velocities or Pressures, etc? Thanks Don't want to hijack your thread just seems like a good thread to get more info on this subject since so many people are recommending H335.

January 13, 2012, 04:16 PM	#14
hpg Senior Member Join Date: September 14, 2002 Location: in the Bluegrass State Posts: 1,610	I have used IMR4198 for years in 222 and 223Remington __________________ NRA member Semper Paratus

January 13, 2012, 04:20 PM	#15
Marquezj16 Senior Member Join Date: April 3, 2011 Posts: 2,088	Wow, no one has mentions BLC2. I also use H335. The BLC2 meters better. Probably about the same as far as clean goes.

January 13, 2012, 07:29 PM	#16
medalguy Senior Member Join Date: August 31, 2009 Location: New Mexico Posts: 1,033	H335 is my preferred powder. Meters like water. Remember this powder was developed specifically for the 223 round.

January 13, 2012, 10:19 PM	#18
603Country Senior Member Join Date: January 6, 2011 Location: Thornton, Texas Posts: 3,998	Nobody much mentions AA2230, but that's the powder that has worked out best for 65 grain bullets in my 223. I tried Varget, 4064, and H335 and they didn't shoot as well as AA2230. Of course that's just my rifle, but you might want to give it a try, since it was developed for 60ish grain bullets in 223.

January 14, 2012, 12:12 AM	#19
Bamashooter Senior Member Join Date: March 12, 2010 Posts: 1,860	I have used and liked tac, w748, imr-4895 and currently Im using h335 for some 55gr sierra fmj's Im reloading. This is the first time Ive ever used 335 and its a very accurate and clean burning powder. Definatly use more of this in the future.

January 14, 2012, 10:28 AM	#20
JACK308 Junior member Join Date: July 10, 2011 Posts: 377	varget

January 14, 2012, 07:04 PM	#22
FWest Member Join Date: July 22, 2011 Location: Maine Posts: 32	I have been trying some different powders for 223. IMR 8208 XBR has been the most accurate and clean burning. 748 seems to burn a bit dirty, TAC and 335 seem the same as far as metering, accuracy and cleanliness. YMMV

January 14, 2012, 07:21 PM	#23
10-96 Senior Member Join Date: October 19, 2005 Location: Tx Panhandle Territory Posts: 4,160	Another vote for Varget. I don't notice any problems with metering with either my Lee or RCBS dump. But then, I dump light, trickle up, and weigh each load. __________________ Rednecks... Keeping the woods critter-free since March 2, 1836. (TX Independence Day) I suspect a thing or two... because I've seen a thing or two.

January 15, 2012, 02:30 AM	#24
level10 Member Join Date: December 25, 2011 Posts: 32	223 imr 8208 works good also i find it meters better than varget

January 15, 2012, 09:35 AM	#25
Jim243 Senior Member Join Date: January 5, 2009 Location: Just off Route 66 Posts: 5,067	H-335 or IMR 8208 XBR. Jim __________________ Si vis pacem, para bellum