Lapua Scenar 139gr loads in 6.5x47L

[ThunderDownUnder]

I know this site is putting together a 6.5x47L cartridge guide and I have contributed to it but I would like to hear from anyone using the 139gr Scenars.

It seems that the Berger 130gr VLDs have just about sewn up long range target shooting with a variety of powders being used. They are a one bullet solution from 300-1000yds but what about the higher BC and cheaper Scenar 139gn bullets.

Its the Scenars with BC = 0.615 against the Berger VLDs with BC = 0.552. If I could get the Scenars to travel at around 2925fps as the Bergers are now doing in my rifle in theory I would have a flatter shooting and more wind resistant projectile.

My problem is in Australia at the moment,till the end of the year) RL17 is not available. I have access to most other powders RL15, Varget and H4350, etc, but they appear to struggle above 2850fps. Can RL17 achieve this velocity?

So its over to anyone that has or is shooting the Scenars at 2900fps or above to please pass on the info as to how you did it and what were your accuracy results.

Ian

 

[Liebetrau88]

Have you tried any N150 or N550? That is what I plan on using and from what Lapua has told me, those two powders should be able to push the 139's to atleast 3000 fps.

 

[johara1]

I can get the 130 about that fast, but they shoot in the 1s and 2s at 2880.....jim

 

[ThunderDownUnder]

Have you tried any N150 or N550? That is what I plan on using and from what Lapua has told me, those two powders should be able to push the 139's to atleast 3000 fps.

I look forward to reading your results with N150 or N550 as I have access to these powders. I only need 2920fps and would be extremely happy as this places it at the accuracy node I require.

I would be surprised to see 3000fps achieved but if its possible without pressure issues you will really be on to something. 3000fps velocities with 139gr projectiles is up there with the larger 6.5x284 cartridge. Cant wait to see how your testing goes!

 

[Liebetrau88]

Yeah, in the Lapua reloading manual they say with N540,similar to N550) that you can get 2750 with the 139 with 34.7 grains of powder. For me I will obviously load more then the recommended amount,although I don't recommend it for others without thourough testing) With these cases, case pressure isn't really an issue. 63000psi is a fairly high pressure capacity. Hopefully I will have my rifle finished within the next couple weeks so I can get it out and test the loads, and then report back to Lapua, Vihtavuori, and here.