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06-15-2005, 08:29 PM
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280 AI Range Report
Guys,
I got my M700 in 280 AI back from the gunsmith. I had the action blueprinted and installed a Hart 24" #5 Flutted barrel 1-9 twist and Tubb recoil lug. For now I am using a Leupold VXIII 2.5x8 but will change to a VXIII 4.5x14. Started load development with the 160 gr AccuBond and RL22. After 75 rounds, (50 fire forming) I have the following results: 60.0 grs RL22 GM210M R-P Case COL 3.495", .015" off the lands 3 shot groups of .295", 218" moving up to 61.0 grs. 58.0 grs RL22 GM215M R-P Case COL 3.495" 3 shot group of .575" ( first 2 shots were .161") 59.0 grs RL22 GM215M R-P Case COL 3.495" 3 shot group of .510" (first and third shots measure .153") moving up to 60.0 grs and 61.0 grs. I am happy with the way this rifle is shooting, considering I am using R-P brass and I haven't squared up the primer pockets or turned the case necks. I may be pushing the limits of the 8x scope while trying to achive sub 1/4 MOA. My goal is to hit 3000 fps with the 160 gr AB. This would be a great long range deer, antelope, and caribou load that will buck the wind and take out the vitals from any angle. If anyone is interested, I will keep you posted with future results. Regards, JD338 
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06-15-2005, 09:22 PM
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Re: 280 AI Range Report
That is good info. I have been thinking of having a 280 improved put together for my LR sheep rifle. 308 accuracy with near 7mm mag performance. I like that idea.
Are you going to try the 162 AMAX??
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06-15-2005, 10:57 PM
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Re: 280 AI Range Report
I'm interested.
Somewhere down the line I'm going to own a .280AI and all this load info will be helpful I"m sure.
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06-16-2005, 07:08 AM
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Re: 280 AI Range Report
I am happy to share my results, hope it will help you guys out in the future.
I am a Nosler fan so I will stick stick with the AccuBond. Once I get the 160 gr set, I will work up a load for the 140 gr. BTW, my fire forming load was 140 gr Nosler BT with 57.0 grs of RL19 and a Fed GM210M primer. This is a proven load in my 280 Remington. 20 shot group was around 1.5" but I wasn't very serious about the group. I was pressed for time, wanted fire formed cases. I will shoot for group the next time I FF cases. Regards, JD338
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10-03-2005, 06:36 PM
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Re: 280 AI Range Report
DJ, would you mind telling what these types of improvements costs? Ballpark is good enough, I have no idea what we are talking about. Im assuming this included the AI conversion since you mentioned fire forming your cases.
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10-16-2005, 08:38 PM
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Re: 280 AI Range Report
red dog,
The cost was around $1000.00 for materials and labor. It was a little more than I expected but the results are well worth the investment. I have settled on the 160 gr AB with 62.0 grs RL22. Consistantly shoots in the .2's at 100 yds. Regards, JD338
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