IMR 3031 in .223 Rem

[Kansaswoodguy]

Just picked up 8 lbs of. IMR 3031 looking for anyone's pet/favorite loads for .223 rem. I have never used it before I normally use Varget or Win 748 but was able to lay my hands on a 8lb keg so I did trying to get Varget is still a pain in the backside. Any input would be greatly appreciated.

 

[MachV]

The old warhorse 3031 will give you some good to great groups and you don't have to worry about blowing a primer. A long drop tube will help with velocity.
When I started reloading many years ago 3031 was all I used in the 223,22-250 and 243.....these days I use very little 3031 as like a jack of all trades its master of very few.

 

[g0rd0]

Hodgdon Reloading | Home
this site has 17 differant bullet weights to choose from.

 

[Kansaswoodguy]

Thanks g0rd0 that link is the bomb very helpful

 

[g0rd0]

you are welcome. I use that site for cross reference.
You should also check out Nosler and Alliant Powder - Home

 

[Kansaswoodguy]

On vacation this week pulled the trigger a little today one load in particular did very well 1/2" group at 90 yards best 5 shot group I've ever gotten out of that gun

Bushmaster with 20 hbar
CCI 400 primers
21 gr IMR 3031
55 gr v-max

 

[g0rd0]

it looks like you have just stumbled on your pet load gun)