.243 Pet Load

[markg]

I recently picked up a Ruger Precision Rifle in .243

I want to use the 105 Amax or 107 Match King what powders and charge weights are you using for good accuracy.

(i know it will be different for my rifle)
(I know not to start at max but to work up to it)

I am thinking of trying some H4350 in around 40 grns to start but before i go out and buy a can i thought i would listen to what input you fellas might have. Could same some time and money

[markg]

anyone try this powder in 243 yet?
Hodgdon site says 40.4 gets 2980 fps with 58900 psi

It has my interest.

[densa44]

My biggest problem has to find all the components that I need for the load I have chosen. If you sort of have your mind made up, and you can buy the components, buy them! The published loads will still be better than factory ammo.

I have a pet load for my 243 but it is for coyotes and uses a 55 gr. bullet and Varget powder.

[markg]

I have heard Varget works great in the 243 for varmint loads.

[elkhunter11]

Originally Posted by markg

I have heard Varget works great in the 243 for varmint loads.

Varget worked very well with 75gr bullets in my Vanguard in 243win. IMR 4831 works well with 90gr Accubonds in my Ruger Number 1. in 243win.

[tchardy1972]

For the 105-107gr bullets you want a slow powder for top velocity. I would use one of the 4831on the quicker side up to h-1000 on the other end. Varget is best with the light bullets.

[Redrider]

I was running Rumtumbo with 105gr VLD getting just over 3000fps
Then found out in cold weather the bullets tumbled
Make sure you have the right twist for thos long pointy bullets.

[markg]

Originally Posted by tchardy1972

For the 105-107gr bullets you want a slow powder for top velocity. I would use one of the 4831on the quicker side up to h-1000 on the other end. Varget is best with the light bullets.

My initial tests were with 4831sc and the results were encouraging.

[BigRedJeep]

We Use varget for 55 to 75gr in 243


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[YoteStopper]

I have tried a bunch of powders with the 105s in my Savage, have got some sporadic results with a few but nothing consistent. Surprisingly enough RL22 was showing some promise but haven't had time to test it further. It seems to like the 87gr Vmax a lot better, even though my twist rate should handle the 105s. If your looking for a lb of 4451 I do have a sealed one on hand I'd sell.

[markg]

Would you trade a 4451 for a Varget?

[YoteStopper]

Originally Posted by markg

Would you trade a 4451 for a Varget?

I'm looking for H1000, but you don't have or use it Varget is a OK trade too.

[YoteStopper]

I had a group of the 87s print out at 0.346" with 4831 (can't remember brand), but not that good on a consistent basis. IMR 4064 also works pretty well with the 87s.