01-26-2013, 07:53 AM #9 bmiller Boolit Buddy .300 AAC Blackout - Manufacturer Loading Data Shellholder: Hornady #16 Lee #4 Lyman #26 RCBS #10 Pistol Rifle Cowboy Starting Max Source 100 gr HPCE / OTCE (Lapua) 0.308" Powder: N105 (VihtaVuori) Primer: Small Rifle Case: Lapua Trim Length: 1.362" C.O.L. So Remington will be budget-priced UMC-brand 300 BLK ammo through at just $12.99 per box that's less than most other rifle cartridges than are more powerful than the .223. The .300 cartridge uses the same powder as large caliber handguns, such as .44 & .45's. They are constantly asking about powders. This data is intended for subsonic use in firearms with barrel twist rates appropriate to stabilize the bullets listed. At 2.247 (with very slight variation on the press) fed find even with loading 30 rounds into a Gen 2 PMAG for me. A few manufacturers offer bolt action rifles chambered in the 300 BLK. On the up side, firing the 300 BLK from a precision rifle is a pleasure. A forum community dedicated to anglers in the Texas area. This cartridge was designed from the ground up to provide adequate performance in both supersonic and subsonic applications, making it highly versatile and adaptable. Today, IMR is a trademark of the IMR Powder Company, a Hodgdon brand. Punching it into quickload shows a 64% case fill, and pressures estimated in the 22K range. endobj Sierra 180Grain match king projo, 12.2 grains of powder. The case gauge is to be used to check every loaded piece of ammunition. I'm loading .300 Blackout with 230gr bullets. For reloading information:WARNING: The loads shown are for informational purposes only. The 300 Blackouts sleeker bullet has a higher. Other companies, such as Hornady, also have a variety of projectiles available ranging from light to heavy weight for the caliber. These are powders that are typically marketed to the magnum pistol crowd, not the rifle folks. Testing both .308 versions of the Speer Gold Dot in 300 Blackout. We continue to prioritize our shipments to our traditional sales channels to maximize powder availability at retailers. Joined Feb 16, 2018 Messages 439. However, it is listed in the 2017 and later printings. Nosler also has a heavyweight offering, in addition to various lighter weight options. Winchester 296 Ball Powder. This can lead to poor accuracy from lighter loads. This is the only powder I have used in my 44 Magnum ever since. : 1.625" Powder: 16.5 gr 17.5 gr Vel. Converting an AR-15 to fire 300 Blackout is as simple as swapping its barrel. Running a rifle like this suppressed would be a hoot. Close range only. Available in 1 lb., 4 lb. 1/8 twist. Good subsonic loads fired out of a suppressed weapon should be quiet enough that you dont need hearing protection. . A .300 Blackout rifle loaded with subsonic ammunition and fitted with a suppressor is truly silenced; the firearms loudest element is the bolt going home with every shot. I am confident that it would also be well suited to .454 Casull and other strong calibers. Hodgdon CFE-BLK was designed to provide that level of consistency and performance in the .300 AAC Blackout cartridge, particularly when making subsonic loads. Winchester 296 . Shot about 300 this weekend. Although they are more recently developed cartridges, lots of people love lil' gun in 460 Magnum and in the rifle cartridges 300 Blackout and 450 Bushmaster. I have some other common pistol powders like lil gun, bullseye, and titegroup but would like to hear what you guys use for the 147 pills. If you folks want really figures use quick loadthis data and noslers data is bogus. In contrast, a 220-grain bullet ideal for subsonic loads, like Sierra MatchKing 2240, possesses an overall length of roughly 1.49. : Vihtavuori 100 gr HPCE / OTCE If you want cheap, youre looking at having to buy remanufactured ammunition, which can sometimes be of questionable quality. I've seen a few posts and videos on using pulled 147 gr. Then select your bullet weight, powder manufacturer and powder type. Winchester 296 is also recommended for 410-bore AA loads. The LGSs by me that carry VV can not get 120. Oal 2.260 8.7 grains. Such large projectiles convey a subsonic muzzle velocity that is accompanied by a quiet report. Avg. On some guns, the short case can simply snap out from under the extractor if using a constant tension spring type ejector. Either way, I think we can all agree both are good. Winchester 296 (W296) is a high-density, spherical smokeless propellant, mainly intended for use with magnum revolver cartridges, such as .357 Magnum and .44 Magnum. Supersonic loads with lighter bullets are suitable for hunting and offer ballistics equivalent to .30-30 Winchester or 7.62x39mm. Optimal performance with supersonic loads is generally achieved with 100- to 130-grain projectiles, while good subsonic loads are achievable with 190- to 240-grain bullets. 300 BLK Load Data warriorsociologist, I don't currently have any 147s on hand. So this is going to be a List of powders that can be used in the 300 blk. 20 gr will drive 55 gr to 62 gr .223 rounds OK. Peruse the Hodgdon Online data files and see for yourself. Cycles better than anything. loads were well over the stated FPS in the loading data of 2100 fps. Consult appropriate load manuals prior to developing your own handloads. Hodgdon produced the following load data using a 16 barrel with a 1:8 barrel twist rate, Hornady cases trimmed to 1.363, and Remington 7 1/2 Small Rifle Magnum primers. 300 BLK - Powder Coated Bullets with Winchester 296 6,475 views Mar 9, 2017 166 Dislike Share Save Johnny's Reloading Bench 120K subscribers Testing some powder coated bullets with Winchester. It is a compressed load and I have read about the dangers of compressing trail boss.. +1; Yup, TB gets really wonky if you compress it. Click here to download Sierra Bullets 300 AAC Blackout Load Data for the 5th Edition Manual. Enter your email address to subscribe and receive notifications of new posts by email. Hogdon H110 isn't bad according to Foghorn (who graciously loaned . Another option is to load your own. After testing with a number of projectile weights it seemed a waste of time to try another powder as it was obvious the combination shot better than I could! Most accurate and functional: 10.0gr AA1680, WSPM @ 2.180 OAL - 1,025 fps. Id probably use one if I had one.As far as powder goes, youll need to find something appropriate for the loads youre intending to make. Be sure to store them away from anyone you think may try to use them in place of a crescent wrench. The 300 AAC Blackout is a similar concept to previous wildcats, such as the 30-221 and 300 Fireball, as well as the proprietary 300 Whisper, except that 300 BLK was the first to be a SAAMI approved cartridge and any company is free to make firearms or ammunition. The rifle, as pictured above, includes the following parts fromBrownells: For testing and evaluation purposes, I used 125, 135, 175 and 220 grain Sierra MatchKings (left to right in photo below) over H110 and IMR 4227 powders. They are attempting give you the best information out there. Early on, the claimed goal was to have ammunition prices on par with the inexpensive .223 Rem. Silhouette shooters claim it is the most accurate 44 powder they have ever used. It is a versatile chambering, capable of accepting a wide range of .30-caliber projectiles. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); If you guys had bothered to ask people what powder they would like to see lil gun would definitely be on that list. and 8 lb. Come join the discussion about fishing guides, bait, safety, gear, tackle, tips, reviews, accessories, classifieds, and more! Tuning any lower can result in inconsistent burn- aka squib loads- aka projectile in the barrel just waiting to become a KB. select rifle cartridge and then 300 AAC Blackout Lists loads using: IMR 4227 (subs and supers) W296 (subs and supers, however may not function some carbine systems with subs. This cartridge accepts 0.308 bullets, making it a true .30-caliber cartridge for which a wide selection of projectiles ranging from 80 to 250 grains is available. It is a beginning and the list will be adjusted and or modified as things progress. If youre only feeding a bolt-action rifle or only slow-firing an AR-15, then a single-stage press, such an RCBS Rock Chucker, will work. The short case length doesnt necessarily effect feeding, since the bullet of the loaded cartridge is similar in length to the 223 Remington, but it can make ejection difficult from many bolt action rifles. It doesnt have to be fast or super accurate, just looking for a cheap plinking round, Lil gun will work for you. VISIT THE RDC BALL POWDER In 1929, the Western Cartridge Company (forerunner of Winchester Ammunition) received U.S. Patent #2,027,114, issued to Western Cartridge as "Manufacture of Smokeless Powders." Cartridge Filter By Bullet Weight Powder Type The more we all know, the better organized and stronger the shooting and hunting community will be. Examining the table above, note the wide range of accuracy, velocity and standard deviation achieved with the different loads. [ETA] QuickLoad says if you want your blackout to go faster, reduce bullet weight (175 gr SMK) and run about 17gr IMR4198. or 5.56 NATO chamber. They are a lot more economical for plinking than spending the money on the Sierras. 5-2556 Review The needs of the various shooting disciplines differ greatly. A view into a Dillon Precision XL650 progressive reloading press midway through loading some .300 Blackout with 180-grain Rainier Ballistics FP bullets.The .300 Blackout has had a few years to grow now. Factory reloading info from Hodgdon's website as of Spring 2015. Firearm: 8.5 CMMG Barrel, H3 heavy buffer, superlative arms adjustable gas block, 30 Cal Kinetic Suppressor. There may be rate exceptions but your in for a lot of frustration if you go that route. The best powder for heavy 44 Magnum loads with 300 grain bullets!!! Thank you. If you arent worried about being on the cutting edge of accuracy, the fast twist needed to stabilize the heavier bullets, means you are spinning the lighter loads way too fast. 220 g round nose / 9.9 g H110 cycles 8.5 and 16 barrels no issues. Now I use the 296 only for my S&W 460. February 15, 2022. The 300 blackout round is prominent in hunting and personal defense : 1,867 2,110 Press. Winchester 296 is also recommended for 410-bore AA loads. I may add notes to the original Post to each powder, with the understanding that sometimes what works for one gun combo may not work for another gun combo.