180 ELD-M problems

[bitbythebug]

I have a Seekins Havak PH2 28 Nosler. It shoots the 175 ELD-X's very well. I can't get the 180 ELD-M's to even hit the target. Anyone else have this problem?

 

[cajun]

Factory ammo?

 

[xsn10s]

I haven't had any trouble getting the, to shoot .5 moa or less in my 7mm rem mag.

 

[waspocrew]

Sounds like possible jacket failure (blowing up before reaching the target). What distance are you shooting at? Trying at even 50 yards may help highlight the issue.

 

[204_ruger]

I loaded some up for my 280AI. A 1@8 twist 26-inch barrel. Haven't shot any yet.

 

[Tiny Tim]

What distance are you shooting? Wouldn't think 5 grains would cause such a problem.

Are the factory or handloads? Either way, do you have another box of a different lot number to try (trying to eliminate a poor lot of bullets)?

 

[FEENIX]

I have a Seekins Havak PH2 28 Nosler. It shoots the 175 ELD-X's very well. I can't get the 180 ELD-M's to even hit the target. Anyone else have this problem?

What distance are you shooting? Wouldn't think 5 grains would cause such a problem.

Are the factory or handloads? Either way, do you have another box of a different lot number to try (trying to eliminate a poor lot of bullets)?

Agreed! The OP needs to provide more pertinent information.

 

[xsn10s]

I don't see 28 Nosler list by Seekins. So barrel manufacturer, how many groves and type will effect the bullets jacket's structure. waspocrew might be on to something.

 

[Don Rackley]

I wonder if ELD-M jackets are slightly thinner than ELD-X jackets.

Bullets face higher spin forces as muzzle velocities increase (28Nos) and twist rates get shorter. You may have found the limit…..

 

[demonjigger]

There are a few threads about this out there. What type of rifling, twist, and muzzle velocity? At a certain RPM, the bullet comes apart. My 28 Nosler does the same thing. Carbon build up in the barrel contributes to the problem. Try shooting at a big piece of cardboard at 25-50 yards. Let us know what you find out please.

 

[lancetkenyon]

Discontinue use of the 180 ELD-M. Problem solved.

You want a heavier than 175gr bullet with a thicker jacket? Try the 180 Hyb or 184 Hyb. If you have a 1:8.5" or faster twist, the 195 EOL was born to be shot in the 28 Nosler.

 

[xsn10s]

Discontinue use of the 180 ELD-M. Problem solved.

You want a heavier than 175gr bullet with a thicker jacket? Try the 180 Hyb or 184 Hyb. If you have a 1:8.5" or faster twist, the 195 EOL was born to be shot in the 28 Nosler.

That's probably sage advice. More for me!!!!

 

[Rob01]

I have a Seekins Havak PH2 28 Nosler. It shoots the 175 ELD-X's very well. I can't get the 180 ELD-M's to even hit the target. Anyone else have this problem?

Explain that better.

The 180 ELD-Ms worked great in my GAP 7mmRM at a mile. Dropped rounds on a 12" target.

 

[FEENIX]

Discontinue use of the 180 ELD-M. Problem solved.

If the OP go that route, I'd be happy to take those P-O-S bullets out of his hands.