Most common bullet weights range from 26 grain (Barnes) to 50 grains for this little 20 caliber hot-shot. This website uses cookies to ensure the best experience possible. * All prices incl. GET RELOADING DATA. This is mentioned because when wind drift moved the bullet off target, another round could instantly be chambered, the hold corrected and a hit made without a spotter before wind conditions changed. Across the board they worked very well, were consistent, provided adequate ignition with all powders, including extruded and spherical, and generally gave acceptable low extreme spreads. as well. Varget is a good powder across many weights for the .223. And mine in .204 for . 3. Just be sure to start around 29.0gr and work up. Ammo Guide and others list some loads for 748 in .308 and .223. At the end of a day of high-volume shooting, the comparatively low muzzle report, flat trajectory and low recoil of the .204 was especially appreciated. Address: xxl-reloading.com, Gartenweg 9, 83661 Lenggries, Germany. 204 Ruger and .222 Rem. Mar 9, 2003 87 63 New Zealand. JSweet, are you trying H332 or H322, I have a load for H322 with the 32 V max 27 grains Remington 7 1/2 primer COL 2.366. Shot both factory loads by hornandy, 32 and 40 grn vmax. Minuteman. We continue to prioritize our shipments to our traditional sales channels to maximize powder availability at retailers. Load data for 27 loads in caliber .30-30 Win. Good luck, 29.8 gr blc-2 and your choice of 40 gr bullet I prefer berger hp. 12 different Calibers. If anyone is going to try the load of 28.5 gr. 2008 prices range from $.25 to $.50 each in 100 lots. Senior Member : Join Date: Apr 2009. Please help us to improve and report any suggestions via our contact form. All right are Reserved Reload Ammo, Reloading The .45 ACP (Automatic Colt Pistol). . A: In my own .204 Ruger, aRemington Model 700 action fitted with a Ruger SS barrel and Bell &Carlson stock, I have settled on just one load which is ballisticallymost efficient. Winchester 748 is a ball powder and the choice for loading 223 Remington cartridges. 26.0 gr of WW-748 is a solid load. The low-flame temperature extends barrel life compared to other similar speed powder. I was especially pleased with its terminal performance, but there were a couple of virtues that really stood out. In Sierras tradition, they also proved very accurate throughout load development. VAT (where applicable), shipping costs and possible delivery charges. Delivers sniper-like accuracy for dependable long-range kills. Regarding loads, Barnes said, you can use other published load data from Hodgdon or Hornady and the 32gr bullet for use with the 26gr Varmint Grenade bullets. Post by Rick in Oregon . by bigdog_99 Sat Jul 03, 2010 6:55 pm, Post I will be using 32 grain nosler bt and want 4000+ fps. Keep up-to-date on new products, Find load data for Winchester 748 propellant by clicking the button "Loads for this Powder".More about this powder:Wincheste. Regardless, these results were mostly observed with loads containing lighter bullets, which are oddly popular among individuals who only purchase factory ammunition. I've found only two loading manuals by different bullet makers, which seem to be the only ones still making bullets for a .405 Win (.411-inch diameter). Select handloads showed significantly lower extreme spreads and accuracy improvements using 32-grain bullets from Nosler, Sierra and Hornady. The powder is known by OEM producers as SMP746, which is formulated by Primex. H-335 gave great accuracy too. 45 gr hornady sp, 24.3 gr RL 10X. Vihtavuori N540, Winchester 748 . 30-06 Springfield. This means longer barrel life. This is something we need to do to continue using our email system. 131,-K/kg. It can do it all. With LC cases, drop those charges by .4 grains (and work up, yes, as always) W748 has been my main powder in all my .223s since 1973 or so. Also have a similarlyfast and accurate load with the same bullet and 30gr of BLC-2. I then repeated the test using the same targets.Total test took about 1 hour. I got the win 748 because it was all the store had that was listed for a 308. Have no issues regarding ambient temperature. .204 Ruger, and .375 Ruger. Winchester continued to refine firearm designs with inventors Benjamin Tyler Henry and Nelson King, and on May 22,1866 the Winchester Repeating Arms Company was born. Dealer Locator. LC brass, CCI 41, 69 grain Nosler CC, 23.7 grains 748, OAL 2.20", White Oak barrel,1-8 twist, and Bushmaster DCP rifle. I have a bunch of brass, but wanted somewhere to start so i could save some time and money. This has a similar, we would say, burn tate to Varget or Reloader 15, except its a flattened ball powder, not a stick powder. Great product. With the opening of the American West to settlement and the ongoing military conflicts in Europe and the Near East, the demand for Winchester firearms and ammunition remained strong. You would be doing well if this was the only powder you used for 5.56, it is good at everything. We convert to MOA below What makes this powder good, perhaps, is that the 26.1-27 grain loads in the Berger 55 Match bullets, all had basically the same point of impact. . Reloading data for 34 loads in caliber .204 Ruger with .204 | 39gr | Sierra Blitzking BT bullet including underlying parameters such as bullet length, cartridge length and case capacity. Safety Data Sheet. Use the minimum load data to start. At 28gr. On the other hand, I once owned a heavy barreled .204 varmint rifle that shot very well, but its barrel was rather rough, and it fouled with any powder and load. 46 posts Page 1 of 2 1, 2. Hornadys 40-grain V-MAX factory load chronographed 3,851 fps, which I was able to more or less duplicate or exceed by using 29.5 grains of Accurate 2520 or 29.8 grains of Hodgdon CFE 223 powder. Comprehensive load data for Winchester 748 reloading powder und technical specifications for this propellant. Still have to long tube drop powder to fit it all in the case without compressing the load. I've worked up a load for the 223 from an older Lyman book using some 4895 powder, and 40grain v-max's. PLEASE start out down in the 27.4 gr. 40 gr Hornady V-Max 27.5 gr H4895 2.295" OAL. If you wanted to try to neck down something available, I understand a .222 Rem Magnum might work. The latest Nosler #7 shows WW-748 as the top velocity powder with their 69 gr. My cousin left me his setup, he had some older powder,(still in the metal cans). Re: Load Data for Winchester 748 in my .204. Also use 231,296,and760. To comply with the new e-Privacy directive, we need to ask for your consent to set the cookies. . 30 Nosler. Then I am going to tell you that I used both Winchester 748 and Varget in mine. Most ammunition companies use magnum primers in their factory loads, but not all. Hornady Brass Winchester Primers Need to Chrono them still since the last one I had has issues with small . Thanks. The low-flame temperature extends barrel life compared to other similar speed powder. References: Internet sites (powder and bullet companies) Numerous magazine articles on reloading special calibers and personal loads where noted. 5.0 out of 5 star rating (1) Savage 12 LRPV Left Port Rifle. No, the large part of the case is longer and neck taper is different. 204 ruger. Ive got some RL15 and imr 8208 xbr Im gonna try. Factory velocity claim was 4,225 fps and my . This makes it a good choice for varmint hunting such as . This is from the Hornady #7 manual, for TAC powder in the .204 Ruger: 32 Grain Bullet, Minimum load of 24.5 (3700 fps) - Maximum load of 27.4 (4100 fps) 40 Grain Bullet, Minimum load of 23.2 (3200 fps) - Maximum load of 25.8 (3700 fps) 1. In my experience, in regards to the .204speed is your friend. Sep 24, 2020. H335. Compare Compare Now. Been using W748 in my Grendel loads. Use the minimum load data to start. The obvious question I am going to ask you is - What manual are you using for load data? More about this powder: Winchester 748 is a ball powder and the choice for loading 223 Remington cartridges. I'm looking for some load data on these rounds with the 748. One of my go to powders for 5.56 with 62 grain projectiles. The Lyman #49 does not have a load for TAC for the .204. Remembert, this is 50 yards. Re: Load Data for Winchester 748 in my .204. Excellent Powder . This spherical powder originated as a military powder and is perfect for the 5.56 NATO/223 Remington. I've only started reloading since about the first of the year. .204 Ruger Factory .223 Remington loads often provide good accuracy, but the cartridge is a great choice for handloaders who want to duplicate or even exceed factory ammunition ballistics. Loads for .204 Ruger:(Note: Most are maximum loads, you should use 10% less to start.) I have found that 335 does really well with the 40 grain vmax. Good velocities. I'm new to reloading and just wondering is that a safe load, I didn't hear it crunch when I set the bullet, so I don't think its a compressed load. In addition to being a component for handloaders, Hornady offers the NTX in factory loads advertised with a muzzle velocity of 4,400 fps. The .204 Ruger is the second largest casing in its class behind the 5.6x50 Magnum. Never had good accuracy with the blitz king in load development so I have no experience with it on game f any kind. I'm looking for some load data on these rounds with the 748. Top #2458365 - 03/10/13 04:38 PM Re: Winchester 748 Greg_Meyer Die Hard Member Registered: 10/04/05 Posts: 538 . V-Max bullet). It meters great. My methodology was to trim cases all to the same length, full-length size them, install new primers, weigh empty cases, fill them with water until level with the case mouth, then weigh again and deduct their dry weights. SAFETY DATA SHEET. After much experimenting ive settled on 39gr blitzkings and 28gr. X-Terminator & TAC are powders from Ramshot. June 14, 2022 By Steve Gash. 26.8 gr gives me about 3000 fps and matches Hornady's factory 223 load. When assembling a large quantity of ammunition for an upcoming varmint shoot, I always choose a spherical powder that meters accurately and does not bridge, or I use a fine-cut, extruded powder that can likewise be thrown. The .204 Ruger is essentially a .222 Remington Magnum case necked to accept .204-inch bullets, which results in 32- and 40-grain bullets being advertised at . increments." You can get brass from Hornady, Norma, Nosler, Remington & Winchester. New cases are available from Hornady, Starline, and Winchester. But very minor. Working up in 1/2 gr. We are engineers, reloading enthusiasts and operate one of the most powerful ballistics calculators. 243 Winchester - 20in - 3+1 Rounds. Born in Boston in 1810, Winchesters initial foray into business was as a maker of mens shirts. Winchester cases were used to develop the accompanying load data. The author used Hornady dies for this report. When the .204 is chambered in a rifle with a nicely finished bore, fouling with powders that are void of decoppering agents can be minimal. I use W748 in my .243 so it makes since that it wild be fine in a .308. containers. WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. What's the twist rate on the barrel of your .223??? We're currently in the process of updating HideTV and you can access the new system and get more info below! Since reading these posts it sounds like it may have been a fairly decent choice afterall. #7 12-19-2012, 01:36 PM . It is also ideal for a wide variety of centerfire rifle loads, including 222 Remington, 30-30 Winchester, 30 Winchester, and up to 458 Winchester Magnum. This is Ball powder. That makes me feel alot better about shooting these loads. You unknowingly made a good choice for that 223. I plan on loading some up in the next few days and hopefully will get to try them out pretty soon. This is Ball powder. I would think its a little faster burning than say AA2520 or CFE223, and slower burning than AA2230, 2460 or H335. Some people think you can neck size down a 223 case and that is what this round was made from. Both have produced great results. I shoot a 204 1in12 18" barrel Bushmaster ar, I have had mine since 2006 Ruger M77 Varmint 28" Barrel ,I mostly use FED M205 primers but use BR4's, I prefer them for a bolt action rifle. The 223 is a Savage Edge and I think it has a 1 in 9 twist rate. Available in 1 lb. For example, its low recoil allowed bullet strike to be observed through the riflescope. Load at your own risk. I used 5 targets (one per load at 100 yards, 1 five shot group on each target using Hornady 55gr SP/c and Winchester 748 25.6, 25.8, 26.0, 26.2, and 26.4 grains. 300 Remington Short Action Ultra Magnum (SAUM) 308 Norma Magnum. The .204 Ruger is considered to be accurate on distances up to 270 yards. Winchester 748. The Official Predator Masters Search Engine, http://www.predatormastersforums.com/forums/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=2148878. Got two to plink around with and hope to do a little varmint hunting later this spring. I loaded the .204 Ruger for about 4 years, until I sold the rifle a few months ago. by Rick in Oregon Sun Jul 04, 2010 8:17 am, Powered by phpBB Forum Software phpBB Limited. THE ONLY ONE COMPLAINT IS THE TEMP SENSITIVITY. Using bullets from Hornady V-Max. 2008 prices range from $.25 to $.50 each in 100 lots. To comply with the new e-Privacy directive, we need to ask for your consent to set the cookies. Subscribe to the free newsletter and do not miss any news or promotions. Available in 1 lb . That is the Hornady 40gn V-Max and 29gn of WIN-748for 3930fps. A lot of groups in the .2-.4 range. Find load data for Winchester 748 propellant by clicking the button "Loads for this Powder". It is also ideal for a wide variety of centerfire rifle loads, including 222 Remington, 30-30 Winchester, 30 Winchester, and up to 485 Winchester Magnum. Maximum overall cartridge length is limited to 2.260 inches; however, most handload data was developed with overall loaded lengths from 2.245 to 2.250 inches. (More hang time). . I was at the gun shop today and the owner said that quite a few were using Reloader 10x in their 204's. It was 90 degrees out during this test. Is this fairly consistent with what everybody else is loading? Shot steel to 650 with good accuracy and 1k with not such good accuracy (too much wind drift). Have a 7MM and a .243, was hoping to consolidate to one powder but no luck there so- again, for availability- I use IMR4985. * * * * *Powders: RL-15, RL-7 are Accurate Arms Powder; H335, H4895, Benchmark & Varget are Hodgdon, IMR powders are also supplied by Hodgdon. Safety Data Sheets include all information relating to product composition, safety, handling and storage. 204 Ruger Rifles for sale online or in-store at Sportsman's Warehouse. Reloading equipment, methods, load data, powder and projectile information. HideTV Updates and Shot Show Streams Coming This Week. We're also planning on running streams this week for Shot Show so keep an eye out. This was a joint project from Ruger and Hornady, and not originally a wildcat project. You may have noticed a new age verification message when you entered the site. There are many powder choices that offer the correct burn rate for the .204 but generally include those that fall between IMR-4198 and Winchester 760, with the faster versions being most suitable for lighter bullets, and slower-burning powders performing better with heavier bullet weights. Preliminary experiments have shown that select standard primers, such as CCIs BR-4, can exhibit a slight accuracy edge with select loads containing comparatively easy-to-ignite powders. JavaScript seems to be disabled in your browser. Berger offers several .20-caliber bullets with 30-, 35-, 40- and 50-grain versions being represented in the accompanying data because they have become popular due to their extreme accuracy potential. Ruger M77 Mkii VT .204 Jw-15e .22 Winchester Model 37a 12ga Beretta Silver pigeon pump action 12ga Howa 1500 .223 . trends and tips from the leader in reloading. Sign In. Oliver Fisher Winchester was an innovative and driven man who saw the future of firearms and built an industrial empire around the lever-action rifle. Hornday V-Max bullet and it shows that 28.1 gr. and went up to 28gr. This is a good safe load in my gun. We do not take backorders and our Tech Services team cannot take orders via email or phone. This is my second 223 reload test, weather was cold, windy and wet at times. . 308 Winchester. Great powder for lighter bullets in a .308. I was able to shrink my groups from about 3in down to about 3/4 in at 100, which ain't bad for that rifle. Load data for the 204 ruger. Right click to "view background image" to see more detail. JavaScript is disabled. The Winchester 748 powder is one of the easiest powders to use for reloading. When the .204 first appeared I had the opportunity to use several different rifles and multiple factory loads on varmint shoots. /wp-content/uploads/2017/12/winchester-logo-redv2.png, https://winchesterpowder.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/748_1lb.jpg. It may not display this or other websites correctly. What we load doesn't Blue highlighted rows are commercial, premium bullets for comparison. Staball load data, Nosler 100gr , 6.5 Creedmore. Ok. Leaves coyote and bobcat pelts virtually undamaged. Multiple applications in the 222 Remington and other varmint cartridges. Products. Well about a month now, but I've got one hole groups out of 40 gr VMax 's everybody says the .204 doesn't like. 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