IMR XBR 8208 loadings

[JohnO]

I looked at the load data on the 6br cartridge page and I didn't see any reference to IMR XBR 8208. I looked at the Hodgdon/IMR load data and they list a very conservative max load. Have any of you here done much recent testing of 8208 and a 105 Berger?
Thanks, John

 

[GSPV]

I use it with a Berger 87 VLD. 30.5 gives me 3090. There is plenty of space left. I'm trying coated bullets to get closer to 100%.

 

[gmorganal]

I have a friend using 8208 XBR in his 6mm BR, and it is shooting lights out every match with 107 SMKs. I think if you are inclined to try it that it is very worth while. I have no clue about his loading specifics.

 

[JohnO]

Thanks. I have used this powder with a .223 and it proved to be quite accurate with 69 & 77 grain bullets.

 

[Bradley Walker]

8208 appears to behave very much like 4895.