60gr Vmax 223 reload

[ZVL]

Does anybody have any data on reloading 60 grain Vmax with IMR4895? My hornady manual has IMR 4895 for 50 and 55 grain Vmax, but does not have it under 60 grain Vmax.

I am still pretty new to reloading so I apologize if this is a question, somebody has already asked. I have looked all over trying to find data.

 

[sneakboxer]

It's better to ask questions then wing it. https://hodgdonreloading.com/rldc/?t=1 Has data for IMR4895 and a 60Vmax. When starting out I would check multiple sources and make a spreadsheet with all the data. You will notice that is can vary quite a bit. Default to start low and work up. Good luck and report back.

 

[alf]

Bullet: 60 GR. HDY V-MAX
Diameter: 0.224"
Case: Winchester
Primer: Winchester SR, Small Rifle

Starting Load

Maximum Load

Availability

Manufacturer

Powder

C.O.L.

Grs.

Vel. (ft/s)

Pressure

Grs.

Vel. (ft/s)

Pressure

IMR

IMR 4895

2.250"

23.7

2,884

45,000 PSI

25.2C

3,052

52,700 PSI

 

[ZVL]

Thank you. Appreciate the help!

 

[alf]

 

[alf]

https://sierrabullets.com/content/load-data/rifle/224/223-remington-(bolt-gun).pdf

 

[DogBuster]

Does anybody have any data on reloading 60 grain Vmax with IMR4895? My hornady manual has IMR 4895 for 50 and 55 grain Vmax, but does not have it under 60 grain Vmax.

I am still pretty new to reloading so I apologize if this is a question, somebody has already asked. I have looked all over trying to find data.

The 53 grain V Max is much flatter

 

[ZVL]

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Thank you for this. Apparently I need to get more reloading manuals.

 

[K22]

The 60 Vmax and H4895 / IMR 4895 is my favorite combo for my 8" twist Tikka 223's. Super accurate and a hammer on predators. This bullet shoots much more accurately than any 55's I've tested in my 8" twist 223's.

I always prefer the bullet manufacturer's data but at the time, I could find none published by Hornady, so I used Hodgdon data to carefully work up my load.

 

[ZVL]

The 60 Vmax and H4895 / IMR 4895 is my favorite combo for my 8" twist Tikka 223's. Super accurate and a hammer on predators. This bullet shoots much more accurately than any 55's I've tested in my 8" twist 223's.

I always prefer the bullet manufacturer's data but at the time, I could find none published by Hornady, so I used Hodgdon data to carefully work up my load.

I’ve shot a lot of factory loads in my RRA 8” twist and it loves 60-62 gr so I’m hoping I can fine tune with hand loads

 

[alf]

Thank you for this. Apparently I need to get more reloading manuals.

You're welcome.

In pre-internet days, I bought almost every manual available, which was great for comparing data between them to get a better overview of starting & stopping points.

A bigger plus for the new reloader, is the in depth directions of every aspect of the reloading process.

 

[K22]

I’ve shot a lot of factory loads in my RRA 8” twist and it loves 60-62 gr so I’m hoping I can fine tune with hand loads

The 60 Vmax has a flat base, long shank and seem tailor made for the 8" twist 223 Rem, at least that has been my experience.

I am getting sub 1/2 moa from sporter weight from my Tikka T3X's Lites and smaller in my heavy barrel Varmint model. Varget is also giving me excellent results.

I am using Federal 205M match primers.

 

[ZVL]

The 60 Vmax has a flat base, long shank and seem tailor made for the 8" twist 223 Rem, at least that has been my experience.

I am getting sub 1/2 moa from sporter weight from my Tikka T3X's Lites and smaller in my heavy barrel Varmint model. Varget is also giving me excellent results.

I am using Federal 205M match primers.

Thank you!