imi 4895

bbstacker · March 2, 2006, 04:37 PM

I want to load my m1 Garand with 150 grain m2 military loads..I know I should use only imr 4895..Here's my problem my one reloading manual calls for a load between )43.5--49.5) I went to the imr web sight and it calls for a load between(49.0--53.o) for a 150 grain bullet..at a length of 3.250..What's the correct chart..I could sure use some help from you m1 garand experts..:

30Cal · March 2, 2006, 04:48 PM

Firstly, it depends on surplus vs commercial brass. Load data in manuals is usually for commercial brass unless stated specifically otherwise, so you'll have to back down by 1-2grs for surplus brass.

Steve in PA · March 3, 2006, 01:54 AM

The IMR web site is not a "Garand" load. Pick up a Hornady manual, they have a section on reloading the Garand. Right now I am using 47.0gr of IMR-4895 with 150gr FMJ bullets. This appears to be the norm, although some people may go up or down a grain depends on their individual rifle.

3.240" is what I think I have my ammo set at.

Powderman · March 3, 2006, 03:04 AM

For bbstacker and others, I highly recommend the NRA softcover publication called, "The M1 Rifle". It is a definitive work, and has a treasure trove of information about the Garand.

There are two parts that were of extreme value to me. One was a section containing a complete list of powders and charge weight ranges for the Garand, and for bullets from 150 grain to 180 grain.

The second section shows you how to glass bed a Garand rifle. I've had fun with that one!

You can get it from the NRA. Good luck!

mxwelch · March 3, 2006, 04:57 AM

I've shot cases of reloads thru my M1 that I reloaded. Sometimes I used LC brass, sometimes I used new Winchester brass. I always had good results with 47.5 grains of IMR 4895.

bbstacker · March 3, 2006, 11:42 AM

Thanks guys for all the great info on my M1 Garand..When in doubt ask the people who know..Thanks again!!!

bbstacker

March 2, 2006, 04:37 PM	#1
bbstacker Junior Member Join Date: March 2, 2006 Posts: 5	imi 4895 I want to load my m1 Garand with 150 grain m2 military loads..I know I should use only imr 4895..Here's my problem my one reloading manual calls for a load between )43.5--49.5) I went to the imr web sight and it calls for a load between(49.0--53.o) for a 150 grain bullet..at a length of 3.250..What's the correct chart..I could sure use some help from you m1 garand experts..:

March 3, 2006, 01:54 AM	#3
Steve in PA Senior Member Join Date: October 15, 1999 Location: Northeastern PA Posts: 760	The IMR web site is not a "Garand" load. Pick up a Hornady manual, they have a section on reloading the Garand. Right now I am using 47.0gr of IMR-4895 with 150gr FMJ bullets. This appears to be the norm, although some people may go up or down a grain depends on their individual rifle. 3.240" is what I think I have my ammo set at. __________________ Steve

March 3, 2006, 03:04 AM	#4
Powderman Senior Member Join Date: September 7, 2001 Location: Washington State Posts: 2,166	For bbstacker and others, I highly recommend the NRA softcover publication called, "The M1 Rifle". It is a definitive work, and has a treasure trove of information about the Garand. There are two parts that were of extreme value to me. One was a section containing a complete list of powders and charge weight ranges for the Garand, and for bullets from 150 grain to 180 grain. The second section shows you how to glass bed a Garand rifle. I've had fun with that one! You can get it from the NRA. Good luck! __________________ Hiding in plain sight...

March 3, 2006, 11:42 AM	#6
bbstacker Junior Member Join Date: March 2, 2006 Posts: 5	Thanks!! Thanks guys for all the great info on my M1 Garand..When in doubt ask the people who know..Thanks again!!! bbstacker

March 2, 2006, 04:48 PM	#2
30Cal Senior Member Join Date: December 3, 2002 Posts: 1,264	Firstly, it depends on surplus vs commercial brass. Load data in manuals is usually for commercial brass unless stated specifically otherwise, so you'll have to back down by 1-2grs for surplus brass.

March 3, 2006, 04:57 AM	#5
mxwelch Senior Member Join Date: January 17, 2006 Posts: 379	I've shot cases of reloads thru my M1 that I reloaded. Sometimes I used LC brass, sometimes I used new Winchester brass. I always had good results with 47.5 grains of IMR 4895.