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Thread: Reloading 6.5x55

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  1. 14-08-2023, 08:33 AM #5
    grandpamac
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    Quote Originally Posted by Tentman View Post
    Last time I ran one (one of many over the years) I ran Sierra 130gn TMKs with 48.1 of 2209 for an honest 2900fps. Tikka T3, Lapua brass and shot beautifully. As always work up, this load would be too hot for a '96
    That load would be far too hot for any rifle with todays AR2209 which is significantly faster than the pre 2000 stuff.
    Regards Grandpamac.
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