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Wt. Bullet: Powder Manufacturer: Powder: Charge: Velocity (FPS) 130: Speer HP: Hodgdon: CFE 223: 52.0: 3054: Remarks: start load; col: 2.615"; 49,600 psi 130: Speer ... #1. wvbuckbuster. Handloader. Nov 5, 2015. 2,369. 1,877. I thought I saw somewhere load data using CFE223 in the .243WIN with 100 gr bullets but can't find it. …I load a lot of CFE223 and 26.5 is great for 55gr. for 62gr, I'd start at 24.0 and work up from there. 26.0-26.5 is probably max for 62gr. that bullet is quite a bit longer …A look at four .223 Remington loads that cover four distinct applications, all using one primer and powder. The .223 Remington is one of my most used rifle …Quest for the perfect load. 100%. 5 Likes. September 19, 2021. By Quest for the perfect load. 2 Comments. 223 Rem – 69gr Nosler Custom Competition with CFE223 & IMR4895.372 posts · Joined 2013. #4 · Jun 16, 2015. I would choose CFE 223 any day of the week over Varget for 308. On my rifles both give good accuracy but what stands out to me is the lower SD, higher velocity and I can go a little longer before cleaning. I also use AR Comp for one of my bolt 308's with darn good results.Rifles, Reloading, Optics, Equipment. Reloading . Cfe223 and 308 Win ? ... 175 SMK Winchester brass Oal 2.850" 44.7 grains CFE .223 100-1000 yards every 100 , very accurate. 26" Shilen Select barrel 1 …CFE 223 | cfe223 contains our Copper Fouling Eraser ingredient, originally used in military propellant, which greatly deters copper fouling and contributes to ...Mar 21, 2012. #1. I loaded some 175gn SMK's for a factory Remington 30/06 over the weekend. I couldnt find a load in my books or online for it so I checked several loads that used CFE and Varget in a couple calibers and made some baseline charges from that. Shoot a ladder test starting at 38.5 grains working up to 48.5 grains .5 grain at a time.Left to right: 224 Valkyrie, 223 Remington, 223 Ackley Improved, 6.5 Creedmoor, 308 Winchester and 300 Winchester Magnum. The 223 Remington is historically known as an accurate round in bolt action rifles. It’s light recoil, low powder usage and readily available components make it a great choice for many different shooting disciplines.Feb 13, 2017 · Hi Carl, I've been using CFE 223 the entire time I've been shooting the 32 GR V-max through my model 12 FV & the rifle seems to be happy with the powder. The load my rifle likes the best is 30.0 GR on top of Rem 7 1/2 primers in either Winchester or Hornaday brass. Make sure you do a good job of breaking in the barrel before you do any serious ... New Zealand. May 8, 2019. #4. Some years ago (2014) I tried CFE in my Carl Gustaf 9000 22-250 with a new PacNor barrel. I had no joy with it at all. I was shooting Sierra 55gr GK bullets. I hit pressure signs at 38 grains although Hodgdon listed 39 grains as max with a 55 grain bullet at the time. With 37 grains my 5 shot groups at 100m were ...Dec 17, 2021 · Dec 17, 2021. #1. Working up load data for RPR 308 using CFE223 powder in case anyone’s interested. First pic is SMK 168, my reference standard. Second pic is Hornady ELD-M, 168 using CFE223, 46.5.46.6 grains, Fed brass, WIN LR primers, COL 2.800” nominal. With exception of probably flier, I’m reasonably happy. Just sharing. 16 Dec 2018 ... Anybody using this combination and found a solid pet load. I've got 3000 of the 50gr Vmax and 8lbs of CFE223 horded for a prairie dog shoot ...Just curious if the CFE 223 would hold up to plinking ranges for 100 to 200 yards. ... My testing with it in .223 is impressive so far, and they load data shows nearly 2600fps with a 200gr Berger. It's absolutely capable of very competitive speeds and has superb temperature stability.

According to my new Hornady 9th Edition Reloading Manual, it is showing a max charge of 27.5 Gr. of CFE 223 for the 55 Gr. in 5.56 NATO, and 25.4 Gr. (2-1/10th grain less), for the same combination in .223. I have 2 bolt guns in .223, (A CZ-527 LUX, and a Marlin X-7), as well as 3 Ruger Mini 14's, and countless AR's.Hodgdon data for CFE223 powder calls for a starting load of 25.0 and a maximum of 26.7, not a big range. I loaded 4 rounds each with 25.5, 25.8, 26.1, 26.4 and 26.7. I also brought along some of my plinking rounds, made with Hornady bulk 55gr bullets. I took them out day and shot them at 50 yards from a bench.29 Dec 2023 ... Shooting .223. CFE223 and 55 FMJ. 25.5 grains. THE NODE LOCATED!!! in this video I further refine the load between CFE 223 powder and the 55 ...Description. CFE 223 is a spherical powder containing “Copper Fouling Eraser,” an ingredient originally developed for military propellants to greatly reduce copper fouling in barrels. Your barrel will give you its best accuracy for longer periods between cleanings, so CFE 223 is great for Match, Varmint, and AR-15 competition shooters.Speer 08 case trimmed to 1.750, 26.0 CFE 223, Rem 7 1/2, Sierra 69 gr MK, OAL 2,250, no crimp. ... I simply posted my results for suggestions on what I could do in my reloading to shrink the groups a bit. I know the process for bolt action load tuning but was not sure about for AR15 [ARCHIVED THREAD] - CFE 223 load using 69SMK.

Dec 26, 2019. #15. There are so many differences between the pair that I'm very sure that CFE isn't just BL-C (2) with decoppering agent added changing its characteristics a little. The old BL-C (2) goes back to WW2 and was a development of very early ball type powders pioneered by the Olin Corporation's Winchester-Western outfit in the 1930s.223 Remington Load Data. Explore the world of Nosler, renowned for crafting the finest bullets, ammunition, rifles, and brass. Discover our extensive lineup, including Partition, AccuBond, E-Tip, Ballistic Tip, Custom Competition, and more. Experience superior quality and performance with Nosler products.…

Reader Q&A - also see RECOMMENDED ARTICLES & FAQs. First, just a mention on your ss109... Check your range you. Possible cause: Re: CFE223 and 7mm-08. Hodgdon's data states starting load of 46 grains to a Max loa.