Load data help

[Jam50]

Can anyone point me in the right direction for getting the load data and COL for .308 using hodgdon benchmark, Winchester large rifle primers WLRM and Sierra 168 grain hpbt.

Also loading 300 win mag, IMR 4955, Winchester primer, 30 cal 195 grain eld match.
I can’t find load data with this combo.

 

[rwj]

I’d recommend starting with Hodgdon‘s data (https://www.hodgdonreloading.com/data/rifle). You likely won’t find a perfect match for the components listed, but should find good starting points for load development.

 

[Bill Norris]

Could also consult the bullet manf. website (load data) for load but for best accuracy u will need to find your rifle's COL and play with the bullet depth.

 

[TheOtherZilla]

Everything ya need right here: Scroll down to your bullet.
479-646.qxd (citymaker.com)

 

[El Matador]

For the 308 I would use Hodgdon's data for your bullet and powder, but maybe drop a grain or two on your starting loads. Those magnum primers are a bit hotter than the standard primer and you can't be certain how much of a difference it will make. Some people report it made no difference in pressure/velocity while others report a significant difference.

For the 300 WM you could call Hornady or just use data for similar bullets. For example Hodgdon lists charges of 67.5-73.4 grains of 4955 for the 190 grain Hornady BTSP and 66.2-72.0 grains for the 200 grain Accubond. Both of these bullets are similar in weight, design, and bearing surface. The 195 ELD-M should fall right in between these two.

 

[Jam50]

Thanks for the help, this is a good starting point.