Confirmed the 208 ELD-M does stabilize @ 100 in my 24" Rem 5R. As far as pressure, I can see slight cratering beginning at 46.5 gr RL17, and heavier bolt lift at 47.5 gr, light swipe at 48.5 gr where I stopped - only tried 1 round every half grain. Going out to longer range tomorrow - will load some more up and see if they are still stable farther out.
Range Report 308 Win, 208 AMax, RL17
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Interesting. So if my numbers are correct that puts you at a stability factor of about 1.2. Let us know how you do at longer range.
Yes, unfortunately, I didn't load any more up yet - decided to find an accurate load first - will do a load test on Fri.
Results with 75 ELD-M in 223 and 178 ELD-M in 308 at 475 and 900 yards reported here:
Results with 75 ELD-M in 223 and 178 ELD-M in 308 at 475 and 900 yards reported here:
1st load test with the 208's - started just below pressure and moved down from there. Not liking it as much as my 178 load so far. Attached both for reference. Any suggestions - maybe try different powder, or perhaps the 208 is just too much for my 11.25" twist?
