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Old May 30, 2002, 03:21 PM   #1
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Why different bullet weights for Highpower shooters?

I understand why the .223 guys use the 77gr at 200 and 300yds and the 80gr at 600 yds (80gr performs better, but has to be loaded so long it won't fit in the magazine). What I don't understand is why .308 shooters use the 168gr at 200-300yds and the 175gr at 600yds. Is this an untrue rumor? Why not just use the 175gr at all ranges and be done with it? Does the 168gr somehow perform better at the shorter ranges?

Thanks in advance - I'm beginning my handloading quest for the perfect .308 loads for Highpower shooting. Any other tips would be appreciated.

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Old May 30, 2002, 05:47 PM   #2
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Pressure, cost, length of the round.
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Old May 30, 2002, 05:49 PM   #3
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As for the "any other tips" go to the Florida Highpower page at http://forums.delphiforums.com/flahighpower/messages and ask for .308 loads. don't let the FL thing throw you off...its nationwide now.
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Old May 30, 2002, 07:35 PM   #4
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I always used 147 grain reloads for 200-300 and 168s for 600 yards. I most certainly use the 175s for Palma (800, 900, 1000 yards). The 168s just perform better at shorter ranges than the 175s. It has to do with bullet construction and design.
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