Have gun - will travel - need load for 25-06

Lilswede1 · November 3, 2008, 12:20 AM

Just acquired Remington 700 25-06.
Wll be using it next spring for varmit shooting in Montana.
Change use my 223 for up to 300 yds. but am hoping the 25-06 will go out farther.
Anybody worked up a good load for such a gun?
Need a place to start.

HoraceHogsnort · November 3, 2008, 12:38 AM

Get yourself a good reloading manual such as the Speer or Hornady. Asking for loading data on the Great Disinformation Hiway is asking for trouble unless you go to those sites especially dedicated to that purpose, and even there some judgement is called for.

saudst · November 3, 2008, 07:15 PM

Swede.

I have had my 25/06 700 BDL for 26yrs. and shoot ground hogs and crows here in Ohio with it and love this caliber for long range shooting. I shot the barrel out of it about 12 years ago and got a gunsmith here to do a great job rebarreling with a 27" Shillen. I used to shoot the 100gr. Speer HP and was great for hogs. When Hornady came out with the 75gr. V-Max, the first 3 shots went into a 3/8" cluster and I never tried another bullet. These things are explosive and accurate. My curent load is 58.5grns. H4831 SC, but you need to work up from 56grns. as this is .5grns. above max but safe in my gun.

I beleive the factory barrel is 22", this gives me a 5" advantage, which would explain why I am getting 3780-3840 fps. with this load, and if you do the calculations, shoots as flat as a 22-250. If you try this combo, let us know how it does for you. If it shoots as good in your gun, you'll love it for varmits. Remember to work up.

Tim.

Big Caliber · November 4, 2008, 09:25 PM

I believe that Hogdon powder has a website that will have listings for your needs.

tkofoid · November 5, 2008, 05:05 AM

my absolute great load is the 100 grain nosler ballistic tip in front of 51 1/2 grains of IMR4350, cci BR primer. Super accurate in my Tikka. Kills anything from PDs to deer.

Inspector3711 · November 5, 2008, 03:40 PM

I'm using the 75 grain Vmax and the 87 grain Sierra Varminter. For the Vmax my rifle likes the second lowest load in the Hornady book. For the Sierra it likes the second highest load in their book.

You can now get the "Complete Reloading Manual for the .25-06" (or most other calibers) which contains data from most reloading manuals. This paperback book runs about $8 and is a great source for data.

That said, you should still have at least two actual reloading manuals on hand, one from a powder company and one from a bullet company. These have detailed information on reloading techniques and safety that the paperback book doesn't have.

10 Spot Terminator · November 5, 2008, 04:20 PM

Give this one a whirl. Nosler 85gr CT Ballistic Silvertip Varmit powered by almost a max load ( 56.5gr. ) of RL-19 for 3500 fps and sub moa at 200 yds.,,, Fast, Accurate and greatly reduced fouling due to their patented Lubalox coating of the bullets . Whats not to like ???

November 3, 2008, 12:20 AM	#1
Lilswede1 Senior Member Join Date: September 8, 2008 Location: NW Wash State Posts: 216	Have gun - will travel - need load for 25-06 Just acquired Remington 700 25-06. Wll be using it next spring for varmit shooting in Montana. Change use my 223 for up to 300 yds. but am hoping the 25-06 will go out farther. Anybody worked up a good load for such a gun? Need a place to start.

November 3, 2008, 07:15 PM	#3
saudst Senior Member Join Date: February 20, 2008 Location: Central Wisconsin Posts: 184	26/06 varmit blaster Swede. I have had my 25/06 700 BDL for 26yrs. and shoot ground hogs and crows here in Ohio with it and love this caliber for long range shooting. I shot the barrel out of it about 12 years ago and got a gunsmith here to do a great job rebarreling with a 27" Shillen. I used to shoot the 100gr. Speer HP and was great for hogs. When Hornady came out with the 75gr. V-Max, the first 3 shots went into a 3/8" cluster and I never tried another bullet. These things are explosive and accurate. My curent load is 58.5grns. H4831 SC, but you need to work up from 56grns. as this is .5grns. above max but safe in my gun. I beleive the factory barrel is 22", this gives me a 5" advantage, which would explain why I am getting 3780-3840 fps. with this load, and if you do the calculations, shoots as flat as a 22-250. If you try this combo, let us know how it does for you. If it shoots as good in your gun, you'll love it for varmits. Remember to work up. Tim. __________________ Tim. "Fear of death will not prevent dieing, but it may prevent living".

November 5, 2008, 03:40 PM	#6
Inspector3711 Senior Member Join Date: February 9, 2008 Location: Puget Sound Washington Posts: 1,553	I'm using the 75 grain Vmax and the 87 grain Sierra Varminter. For the Vmax my rifle likes the second lowest load in the Hornady book. For the Sierra it likes the second highest load in their book. You can now get the "Complete Reloading Manual for the .25-06" (or most other calibers) which contains data from most reloading manuals. This paperback book runs about $8 and is a great source for data. That said, you should still have at least two actual reloading manuals on hand, one from a powder company and one from a bullet company. These have detailed information on reloading techniques and safety that the paperback book doesn't have. __________________ "If someone has a gun and is trying to kill you, it would be reasonable to shoot back with your own gun." The Dalai Llama (5/15/01, The Seattle Times) "That rifle on the wall of the labourer's cottage or working class flat is the symbol of democracy. It is our job to see that it stays there." George Orwell

November 3, 2008, 12:38 AM	#2
HoraceHogsnort Senior Member Join Date: February 28, 2008 Location: Stanislaus Co., Mexifornia Posts: 615	Get yourself a good reloading manual such as the Speer or Hornady. Asking for loading data on the Great Disinformation Hiway is asking for trouble unless you go to those sites especially dedicated to that purpose, and even there some judgement is called for.

November 4, 2008, 09:25 PM	#4
Big Caliber Senior Member Join Date: October 10, 2006 Location: S. CA Posts: 421	I believe that Hogdon powder has a website that will have listings for your needs.

November 5, 2008, 05:05 AM	#5
tkofoid Senior Member Join Date: October 10, 2008 Location: N. D. Posts: 149	my absolute great load is the 100 grain nosler ballistic tip in front of 51 1/2 grains of IMR4350, cci BR primer. Super accurate in my Tikka. Kills anything from PDs to deer.

November 5, 2008, 04:20 PM	#7
10 Spot Terminator Senior Member Join Date: January 3, 2008 Location: Central Oregon Posts: 348	Give this one a whirl. Nosler 85gr CT Ballistic Silvertip Varmit powered by almost a max load ( 56.5gr. ) of RL-19 for 3500 fps and sub moa at 200 yds.,,, Fast, Accurate and greatly reduced fouling due to their patented Lubalox coating of the bullets . Whats not to like ???