October 16, 2011, 12:20 PM | #1 |
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Barnes tipped TSX bullets
I am starting to reload the Barnes tipped TSX bullets in 130 grain and 150 grain for my .308 Winchester rifle. Barnes does not post very much load data. Does anyone have additional load data for this bullet? I have Varget powder right now but not opposed to changing powder if needed. Also this load is for hunting deer.
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October 16, 2011, 01:45 PM | #2 |
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I tryed 41 grains of varget and a 168ttsx my savage 308 didnt like i! so I switch to Hornady 165sst alot better
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October 16, 2011, 02:16 PM | #3 |
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I just worked up a load with both Varget and IMR8208
8208 was easier and better. 8208 46.3 Grains [loading is 42-48.4] Hornady 8th ed. Lapua Brass new Trimmed CCI Mag Primer (250) Barnes TTSX 130's 2.70-2.695 col 2950+ FPS after seating depth is determined, Lee factory crimp die. This is into the last groove of the Bullet shank. You will never have bullet movement. Stable in Winter or summer.
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October 17, 2011, 07:42 PM | #4 |
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Nice group! Thanks for the load. I'll try it and see how it works in my rifles.
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October 19, 2011, 08:46 PM | #5 |
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Barnes has PDFs on their website with load data for usually two different powders per bullet weight for each cartridge
But, they also publish a book which, IIRC, lists loads for at least a few more and different powders than the free PDFs give you. |
October 22, 2011, 09:36 AM | #6 |
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Sierra has good data for the 150 gr.
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A Gamehog, that is one serious crimp. Does it affect case life to crimp that much? Think I will be getting a Lee factory crimp for my 223.
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Does it affect case life to crimp that much?
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October 23, 2011, 07:10 AM | #9 |
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If Varget is the powder you currently have then I'd give that a try! No reason to purchase a different powder when you already have one that could work. I have been considering loading up some of the 130gr TTSX's for my 30-06. Let us know how yours turn out.
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