Bullet Suggestion

Electronrider · February 10, 2008, 03:39 PM

I have an AR-15, with an E.R. Shaw extra heavy bull barrel, 24", 1 in 9 twist. I am looking for a bullet suggestion. This will be used at the range, with max distance about 200 yards.

I was considering Hornady Bullets 22 Caliber (224 Diameter) 55 Grain Full Metal Jacket Boat Tail.

This will be my first ammunition that I am reloading. Thanks for any advice.

rwilson452 · February 10, 2008, 06:06 PM

I would suggest the Sierra 69gr HPBT (#1390). it should fair well with your 1:9 twist.

Scorch · February 10, 2008, 07:08 PM

I shoot Hornady 69 gr MBTHP, my AR really likes them. They are quite finicky about seating depth due to the long ogive. Sierras have a blunter ogive. Try both, see which one your rifle likes.

February 10, 2008, 06:06 PM	#2
rwilson452 Senior Member Join Date: June 10, 2004 Location: Tioga co. PA Posts: 2,647	bullet selection I would suggest the Sierra 69gr HPBT (#1390). it should fair well with your 1:9 twist.

February 10, 2008, 07:08 PM	#3
Scorch Senior Member Join Date: February 13, 2006 Location: Washington state Posts: 15,248	I shoot Hornady 69 gr MBTHP, my AR really likes them. They are quite finicky about seating depth due to the long ogive. Sierras have a blunter ogive. Try both, see which one your rifle likes. __________________ Never try to educate someone who resists knowledge at all costs. But what do I know? Summit Arms Services

February 10, 2008, 03:39 PM	#1
Electronrider Member Join Date: October 24, 2006 Posts: 28	Bullet Suggestion I have an AR-15, with an E.R. Shaw extra heavy bull barrel, 24", 1 in 9 twist. I am looking for a bullet suggestion. This will be used at the range, with max distance about 200 yards. I was considering Hornady Bullets 22 Caliber (224 Diameter) 55 Grain Full Metal Jacket Boat Tail. This will be my first ammunition that I am reloading. Thanks for any advice.