I just received some Berger 22 cal 85.5 grain Long Range Hybrid Target bullets to test in my 26" .223 match Criterion 7.5 twist barrel.
I've loaded lighter bullets but this is the first time using Berger bullets and a really heavy bullet for this .223 barrel.
I'm getting ready for a match soon and would like to develop a load for this bullet for ranges out to 600 yards.
Does anyone have suggested powders and starting loads for the 85.5 gn bullet?
My magazine will accept a maximum COAL of 2.505 inches.... That's a minimum jump of .025 inch with this bullet.
Does anyone have any experience or suggested starting jump for this Berger bullet?
I've loaded lighter bullets but this is the first time using Berger bullets and a really heavy bullet for this .223 barrel.
I'm getting ready for a match soon and would like to develop a load for this bullet for ranges out to 600 yards.
Does anyone have suggested powders and starting loads for the 85.5 gn bullet?
My magazine will accept a maximum COAL of 2.505 inches.... That's a minimum jump of .025 inch with this bullet.
Does anyone have any experience or suggested starting jump for this Berger bullet?
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