rem 700 sps 1/12 twist

[fox head 0]

hi guys what do you think would be the best round to use in my .223 remington sps it has a 1/12 twist ?

[The Seeker 3,048]

You need to try different loads to see what suits your rifle the best, I would suggest try a 50-55 gr and take it from there.

 

If your are home loading you have much better scope for a suitable round, that's the reason I'm starting to get into home loading.

 

 

[markha 99]

Hi, have a read of this, its good info and gives you a starting point for rule of thumb regarding twist rate and bullet weight:

http://www.6mmbr.com/223Rem.html

 

 

Also worth a look are the new Hornady V-Max 53gr, Im using them in a 1:10 twist and they group very well, plus a bit flatter and faster than remmy accutips.

[black lab 3]

Hi F/H

 

I have the same rifle as yourself, i reload my own load's.

 

55gr Sierra Gameking's- N133 VihtV-25gns @3275 fps for Roe Deer.

40gr V-Max N133 VihtV-26.5gns @3975 fps for Foxes

these load's are close to "MAX" "start lower and work up" watch out for pressure sign's!

 

Hope this help's you get by for now.

 

Regard's Wullie.

Edited December 10, 2011 by black lab

[Deker 3,478]

The norm is the norm but the only way you will find what works for you is to try some.

 

My T3 .223 is 1-8 and can deal with everything from 40-80g very satisfactorily, I've not tried anything heavier than 80g

[black lab 3]

Hi

Barrel Twist Rate 1:14" 1:12" 1:9" 1:8" 1:7" or 1:6.5" Max Bullet Weight 55gr FB 65gr FB 73gr BT 80gr BT 90gr BT VLD

All bullet's above 65gr in my Rifle will not stabilize! also my Rifle is the same as your 1/12tw

 

ATB

Wullie

Edited December 10, 2011 by black lab