Thread: 223 Powder

Originally Posted by Beetroot

I cannot for the life of me find where I have it written, as it was using a mates crony, I'll ask him as I know he has it written down.
It was around 3000 I think, but I have heard of much faster with the 53gr bullets, and was hoping to get the most speed I could.
If I'm going to the trouble to reload I may as well try for the best velocity I can. But I'll try find out the exact number.

I appreciate what you are saying but the truth is an extra 200 fps over what you are already getting will amount to zero real world advantage using the projectile you have chosen.

The key thing is to load for accuracy. Once you have an accuracy level you are happy with, chrony it and if it's a usable speed call it done. 3000fps is very usable.

Im assuming you ran into pressure signs when you hit 26.6 Of BM2 and that's why you didn't go any further?