Thread: Reloading for 260

Originally Posted by Beetroot

Have you done any load development using 140gr bullets?
It would seem (based on everyone elses loads) that 2209 was the preferred powder for the 139gr, 140gr, 142gr bullets.

Sorry for the hijack, I am Just chipping in regards the 6.5 CM, I have loaded from 40-43gn of 2209 and 140gn projectiles and a single load of 45gn of 2209 pushing the Sierra 120gn MK.
Best load for my precision rifle with the Hornady ELD 140 and Sierra MK 140 is 42gn of 2209 pushing it at 2720avg, group size is 2/3" or better at 100 meters, the 120gn was not a fully development just a play with the following result, 1.25" or better group at 100 meters at 3035ft/s avg.

Hope it gave you guys some "light".

Cheers

Mac