280AI data

[5Redman8]

I had my Encore converted to 280AI and I am in the process of fireforming. After I am done, I plan on developing loads for the 140gr Nosler Btip, 150gr Swift Scirrocco, and 160gr Nosler Accubond.

I have many load manuals but no info with R19 except for some I found on the net. I will reduce and work up.

Any pet loads or other info not commonly found in the manuals is appreciated.

Thanks,
Kyle

 

[Magmaniac]

Redman my 280AI likes 59gr. H4350 behind a 140gr. b-tip with mag. primer. Remember always drop the charge back when starting.

 

[5Redman8]

Thanks,

Anything else work well? What kind of velocity are you getting?

Kyle

 

[JustC]

Mine loves RL22 and 150NBTs and SMK's.

I'll check data when I get home and post it.

 

[5Redman8]

JustC,

Do get back to me with the info.

Kyle

 

[JustC]

Sorry redman,....sick baby last night,..I will dig that info from the files tonight and post it.

 

[JustC]

Ok,..for RL22 start at 57.5gr and work up to 61.5gr (I have gotten .3"s from 57.5gr so far) and for IMR 7828 start at 61.5gr and work up to 63.0gr

I have not worked this ladder up again since my set-back and rechamber,..so I have to forego giving any more accuracy load info since it may not be the same.

The 140-150gr NBT's and SMK's are simply on fire in this caliber,...but I think my barrel may be a hummer which could be why I am so fond of this chambering.

 

[5Redman8]

Thanks,

Still fireforming and will do some pressure checks this weekend. Then, I will work up some test loads and shoot on the next apporpriate day.

Kyle