Thread: Hornady Data - 260rem 123gn ELD M BM2 loads

Has anyone got a Hornady Manual that they could check some data for me?- I'm curious to see if it lists a load for the 123gn ELD M with Benchmark 2.

I've been trying to find a a good recipe with 2208, but I'm not completely satisfied with the results and want to try another powder.

Thanks

I use to run 123gr Amax at 3k in my 20 inch barreled model 7 using H414. I can look up the charge weight later if you are interested.

thanks @GWH, I've heard H414 or 2209 is pretty reliable but I've got quite a bit of BM2 in my cupboard that I used to use in my .223 (which I don't reload for much anymore) that I'm keen to find a use for.

Not a 260 but I use a lot of BM2 in my 6.5TCU, no load data for it but I use 26gns with a 123gn ELD-M for 2550fps in a 24 inch barrel. Have gone as high as 27.5 for 2650fps but cases only last one firing and heavy ejector marking.
I also use BM2 in my 375WSM its a good powder for me

I would suggest starting at 37gns and going up at .5gn till you see pressure signs (ADI manual shows starting load of 37gns BM2 for 120gn projectile)

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