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  1. 01-09-2021, 10:29 AM #1
    gqhoon
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    Quote Originally Posted by PerazziSC3 View Post
    Does anyone have an oal length for say a 75eldm seated out to maximize case capacity?

    Also what velocity are people getting?

    Looking to improve on my 223 without going to a real barrel burner

    Also anyone know of a reamer available?
    I'm curious about this also...can it be done by simply rechambering an existing 223, 1 in 8 twist barrel?
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    Quote Originally Posted by gqhoon View Post
    I'm curious about this also...can it be done by simply rechambering an existing 223, 1 in 8 twist barrel?
    Yes. Mine was a factory T3 .223 1:8. Run the reamer in...job done!
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  3. 01-09-2021, 11:23 AM #3
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    Quote Originally Posted by NZShoota View Post
    Yes. Mine was a factory T3 .223 1:8. Run the reamer in...job done!
    What's the oal of loaded round?
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    Quote Originally Posted by PerazziSC3 View Post
    What's the oal of loaded round?
    Roughly 63mm (haven't got the calipers handy), that is with the Hornady 75gr BTHP. I'm running AICS style mags so still have some spare room.
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  5. 01-09-2021, 11:28 AM #5
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    Quote Originally Posted by NZShoota View Post
    Yes. Mine was a factory T3 .223 1:8. Run the reamer in...job done!
    That does sound very appealing!!

    WTB - Tikka T3 223 with 1 in 8 twist.
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