Also my 22/250 has a 12"twist ,I was shooting Sierra's new 60gr TMK and got tight ideal groups at a 100yds. Board index » Reloading » Reloading. Reloading Depot . Ammunition & Reloading; If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ by clicking the link above. Orygun. also with good results. You may have to register before you can post: click the register link above to proceed. ChesterP Well-Known Member. bsa1917hunter. I have 3 good resources for reloading info. Seated long at 2.440", which gives me a .020" jump. These are the first loads with CFE223. Reply. bsa1917hunter. It does drop consistently. Federal and Remington don't either. Next purchase was BL(c)2 & I am having similar great results with it. I'm using a 1:7 twist. I have decided to shoot these at 50 yards today, so the goal is 1/2 groups. 4. cases provided by Federal with Sierra’s notoriously accurate 55-gr. Sorry bit shaky after Christmas but not bad at 50m even managed 1 in the same hole. Orygun. Hodgdon's online reloading center might be able to help... Take Aim at Rifle Reloading Data | Hodgdon Reloading . PX Member. ETA: All of Hornady's data for the .223 and 5.56 uses a Win SR primer as well. Individuals with sufficient time to practice using a press might want to consider a cheaper press. Campfire Oracle. I have access to all the Hodgdon powders. Used the Hornady factor cases for reloads. Using bullets from Nosler BT, Sierra SP, Speer SP, Sierra HP, Hornady V-Max, Sierra HPBT, … Orygun. Norma 203B, normally reserved for bigger cases, can also be a wonderful choice for heavier bullets … My Sierra V Edition has that bullet for .223AR but doesn't list a load with CFE223. Thread starter Brian in Montana ... in terms of loads. Reloading . All times are UTC [ DST] Load suggestions for CFE223 in 223 Rem. Joined: Sun May 10, 2009 10:29 pm Posts: 355 Location: SW Idaho Wasn't able to hunt down any varget in past few weeks … .223 Remington (Hodgdon CFE 223 Data) reloading data with 26 loads. BL-C(2) is excellent in a .308Win. Loading .223 with CFE223 & Hornady 75 GR BTHP #2279. #15458094 11/26/20: Joined: Aug 2010. On the box its says 10"twist are faster. I have a Stag AR15 16" barrel with 1.9 twist. Sierra’s 5th Edition reloading manual is superior to others in featuring separate sections for bolt guns and AR-15s. Out of my ARs it is more accurate than Varget and TAC and meters very well. I've been using about 24.8 gr with great success. Posts: 33,896. 2.250 COAL 26.5 gr . I use the same Hornady 55 grain SP bullet you use & have tried FMJ 55 gr. bsa1917hunter. CFE223 Powder Went to the range over the weekend. But it was worth the effort. Drops like water out of the uni-flo. level 2. 04/21/19 – Below are my results: Rifle: AR-15 with a 16” FN barrel, ... it is recommended that the user be familiar with the basic rules of reloading safety. Select Post; Deselect Post ; Link to Post; Member. I'm using CFE223 with the 53 V-Max in my Savage bolt rifle. Has anybody loaded .223 using CFE223 and Hornady 40gr Vax? Drops like water out of the uni-flo. None of the 3 list any of the powders I already have on hand for any .223 40GR bullets. Whether you'd be better served with a CCI 400 or 450 with CFE223 is difficult to say, but I usually use #41s on the rare occasion that I find myself loading with CCI primers. Results posted on here suggest otherwise so just ordered 6.5 Grendel Reloading Handbook Vol 1 and Vol 2 and dies and am anxiously awaiting them to arrive to … Reloading 223 Rem./5.56mm is mostly the usual routine. 1. share. Posted: Thu Dec 19, 2013 11:45 pm . Campfire Oracle. At the range, I fired ten rounds, then let the barrel cool for five minutes, which made for an all day deal. Thank you. Or any 40gr bullet. I've used it on .223. While reloading 223, or any other caliber, you will have a variety of tools, notebooks, supplies, etc which you will want to keep close at hand. Don't have a Chrono but pleased with the results. .30-06 (Hodgdon CFE 223 Data) reloading data with 16 loads. Clean and inspect the cases, lube and full-length resize/decap, clean, and inspect them again. T. Trm82 Well-Known Member. Today I attempt to test CFE 223 temperature sensitivity. Feb 8, 2013 189 0 37 Joplin, mo. Ball powders can be tricky to get good SD’s with. Personally, I had very accurate results with it in my Rossi Wizard single shot rifle. At 26.5 Gr. Using bullets from Hornady SP, Sierra SP, Speer HP, Nosler BT, Nosler E-Tip, Sierra HPBT, Hornady GMX, Sierra SPBT. 223 rem the civilian SAAMI spec version of the military’s 5.56 NATO. It does drop consistently. These are sized to .224 and have no gas check. You can make seasonal ammunition, or use a temperature stable powder. Joined Feb 24, 2014 Messages 420. Varget is 101, CFE-223 is 105. Trim to length as needed, clean/uniform the primer pockets, reprime, charge with powder, verify powder charges, seat bullets to specific overall length, perform final inspection, box, and label. Handloading 500 rounds of .223 Rem. .223 bullets is $419.00 per 6,000 from Brownell's. Sierra lists the 65 and 63 grain bullets together in the same table sharing the same data. This video is to show that if you live in a area with large seasonal temperature swings(130 degrees between videos) you should not do load development in the winter. CFE-223 in .308. Response stated they didn't have any data and suggested using H335, Hodgdon H322, IMR 4198, or IMR 8208 XBR. Posts: 33,836. Rifles, Reloading, Optics, Equipment. Quote. I've had great performance using 26.1gr CFE223 under Hornady's 55gr sp. I use it in my 6.5 Grendel, but thinking I might try some in my .308 Win if I can squeeze some extra velocity out of my Berger 210/215 load. Velocity follows Hodgdon's data pretty close, with my best load being 28.5 grains at 3400 fps (please start low & work up). I'm reloading for an AR and I'm using CFE223 and the same bullets as you. I cant seem to find alot of load info withe CFE powder since its relatively new any help would be appreciated. Originally Posted by hanco. Loaded some 223 55Gr FMJ, CFE 223 powder. Hodgdon's website has a load for .223 for the Sierra 63 grain SP. Time vs. Money. Published by blueridgebrass2 on April 30, 2019. compiling all of the best FREE 223 / 5.56 load data manual and links. dustinoif3 Sergeant. Primers start flattening excessively at 29.0. However, Hodgdon’s new CFE223, optimized for the .223 Remington cartridge and including the Copper Fouling Eraser, is another solid choice for heavier bullets. Hodgdon CFE 223 is a new propellant with a special chemical formulation designed to reduce copper fouling in rifle barrels. been out of the reloading game for a while, and I cannot for the life of me find any of my reloading books, i think my dads got them at his place some where. How is the carbon fouling in yours? This was a highly recommended powder for me to try. 223 rem and 5.56 NATO Reloading Data. Where is the best place to start? Im looking for some loads using CFE .223 with 50gr v-max and also 55gr FMJBT. That comes to .07 cents per bullet. Hi Guys can I pick your brains regarding best powder and primers for reloading .223 rem this will be for 40 - 55g and hunting rifle and the odd bit of plinking but I want to try and get it as accurate as possible look forward to your replies thanks . Always verify load data for yourself, starting low and working up in safe increments. May 28, 2018 #2 N133. I just loaded a couple hundred 223 with CFE223 lastnight, with no issues at all. Jun 20, 2010 ... Hodgdon CFE223 Accurate??? Report Save. Feb 12, 2013; Add bookmark #5 Re: Hodgdon CFE223 Accurate??? I guess testing is only way to find out. I'm currently running cfe 223 … Both cartridges are great for small-medium sized game and varmint hunting. The Hodgdon Reloading Data Center (RDC) lists 21 different powder types that can be used in the .223. If you choose to use any load data above, you are using at your own risk. Make sure you have plenty of space and storage to make your life easier. Posts: 33,836. The Alexander Arms Rifle and Nightforce SHV scope used for testing (above). It has the same anti-fouling properties based around a .308 cartridge. Campfire Oracle. For example the best price currently on Hornady bulk 55 Gr. Minuteman. I am shooting an S&W M&P 15 with 1/8 twist. Reloading Forum (All Calibers) . Reloading for the .223 is easy and there are a number of great powder choices. Page 1 of 1 [ 8 posts ] Previous topic | Next topic : Author Message; frankm Post subject: Load suggestions for CFE223 in 223 Rem. Bringing out the AR-15 and the Savage Axis bolt rifle today. Orygun. Posts: 33,896. 223 Win Super Short Magnum (WSSM) Load Data; 6mm PPC-USA Load Data; 6mm Creedmoor Load Data; 6mm Bench Rest Remington Load Data; 243 Winchester Load Data; 6mm Remington Load Data ; 243 Win Super Short Magnum (WSSM) Load Data; 240 Weatherby Magnum Load Data; 250-3000 Savage Load Data; 257 Roberts Load Data; 257 Roberts Ackley Improved Load Data; 25 Winchester Super … Report. CFE-223 max load 43.7gn @ 54850psi; predicted velocity 3410fps; striking energy at 1807ftlbs case fill at 84.1%, propellant burnt in 24" barrel at 99.74% To start viewing messages, select the forum that you want to visit from the selection below. Give Gift; Back to Top; … With the higher cost of powder and primers, reloading isn't bringing about the savings it once did. I'd use the Hodgdon data starting low and working up. I ladder tested it and it's proven to be the most accurate for my rifle. I’ve chronoed 155’s in excess of 3000fps with CFE223. CFE 223. I am in the middle of reloading some .308 brass at this very moment, so I will load up some .223-CFE in .308 brass and let you know how it goes. GLSHOOTER ProStaff. Powders include Hodgdon FMJBT bullets, propelled by Hodgdon’s maximum recommended charge weight of CFE223 for that cartridge/bullet combination. Joined: Aug 2010. I just loaded a couple hundred 223 with CFE223 lastnight, with no issues at all. CFE-223 start load 42.6gn @ 50754psi; predicted velocity 3333fps; striking energy at 1727ftlbs case fill at 82%, propellant burnt in 24" barrel at 99.3% Suggest Max Load. I wonder if these bullets will group well at 200+yards ? I've been researching reloading data and wondering the same thing so emailed Hogdon about using CFE223 in 6.5 Grendel. I have not purchased any projectiles yet but I have plenty of CCI primers and CFE223 powder from reloading .223 rem. The .223 caliber has evolved from the battlefield AR-15 platform to popular sporting use in varmint and predator hunting, match competition, and all-around plinking fun. I got CFE 223 on Graf's Reloading's recommendations, as they said everyone was giving it great reviews. #15458094 11/26/20: Joined: Aug 2010. Lee Single Stage, .223, 9mm, .45ACP, .38Spcl, .357 Magnum, .45LC Original Poster 5 years ago. LC brass and Wolf SR primers. Ammunition and Reloading . PX Member. Originally Posted by hanco. Note that the AR-15 platform easily separates into upper and lower assemblies, and that a receiver stamped, for example, “556 NATO” may actually have a .223 barrel or one for a completely different cartridge. CFE 223 in a 22/250 ... Has anyone any experience with CFE223 in they're 22/250s ? Campfire Oracle. S. sigma2chi Sergeant. Joined: Aug 2010. I loaded 500 new Federal .223 Rem. Can anyone recommend some loads that have worked well for them with this powder? CFE 223 didn’t show all that much loss of bullet velocity when shot from shorter barrels. Re: CFE223, always so much static? Minuteman. of CFE 223 per charge that comes to roughly 2,113 round per 8 pound jug. It seems the more I research the more confusing things get. Im trying to find some load data on 77 grain SMK's and CFE223 that i recently picked up. bsa1917hunter. On that note they make 4166 which is .308 based CFE in a sense. took weeks of evenings, as every case was hand checked in a Lyman headspace/overall length gauge, every powder charge was weighed on an RCBS 1500 dispensing scale and every loaded round was run through a Lee Factory Crimp die. Re: CFE223, always so much static? Posts: 4,383 6x6.8 loads with CFE223 Apr 12, 2018 14:13:02 GMT -8 . , 2018 14:13:02 GMT -8 loaded a couple hundred 223 with CFE223 n't. 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