Check below for my tested hand loads but consider them TOO HOT for your rifle and back off the max loads. If Remington had introduced the .280 Rem in its Model 700, we might not have the 7MM Rem Mag. with the 150's and imr7828 and r-19 are about 100fps slower step up to the 170gr and imr 4350 4831 7828 and r-22 give the highest vel. I do like all of the "log" powders and have almost all the powders that Hodgdon makes. Short Action Ultra Magnum. Some will use magnum primers in non-magnum cartridges for very cold weather hunting (less than 20f), some prefer magnums for ball powders, some prefer magnum primers for load with more than 45 or 50 grains of powder. The 280 Remington is a great cartridge and it is my alternative to not using the magnum with almost equal ballistics and a little less recoil. and .300 WSM. BT bullet. Also, if I may ask, what are the reasons you would prefer this projectile over the many excellent projectiles already on the market? There ain't arguin' difference between the two, and the .280 Rem comes with a 22" barrel, which I like, even more so when elevation starts to make breathing difficult. I'm planning on 168 bergers, just dont know where to start. This email contact address is not an "Ask the Firearms Expert" service. 300 Rem. 130âs zip out at just under 3000fps, 140âs at 2850, and 150âs at about 2780. Choices for Mid-Range in Tougher Conditions: We all know that conditions are not always âmoderateâ thatâs why something a little bit bigger will save you a âNineâ or two. I am new to reloading so I'm picking up materials as I go along. Ive been having pretty good luck with imr4831 lately with 140 gr accubonds. I am looking for a good powder to use in loading 44 Mag for 180g - 200 g HP/SP bullets. They performed well in the author's Nesika rifle, but Reloder 19 gave spectacular results with the 150-grain Barnes TTSX. I've never use it but sure it work in the 280 and since you have data for 280 I'd try it same if you can get some R-26. Magnum primers work well with these propellants. Load Data. best .280 rem bullet for whitetails. I don't really have a fast load worked up with a high BC pill for my .280 REM. But some will run magnum primers for various reasons. Horsethief isn't that .280 Remington a fantastic cartridge! All of this reloading information has been provided by Nammo Lapua Oy and Nammo Vihtavuori Oy. The 280 Remington is a fine shooter with almost all bullet weights. For reloading .44 Mag ammo, there are several powder options. The accurate powders take less powder charge and the H110/296 the largest powder charge. Using what is in your load book is an easy/safe choice. It will kill big game as advertised. Most hunters and shooters are sophisticated enough to understand the potential for what is essentially a 30-06 powder reservoir necked down to push narrower bullets with potentially higher B.C.s for flatter trajectories, less wind deflection, and more retained energy downrange. Mag. JavaScript is disabled. Iâve had very good luck with Reloder 25 and IMR 7828 as well. If you still feel you are qualified to post in those subforums, please contact "Shane Tuttle" (the mod for that portion of TFL) via Private Message for assistance. He gets 5/8" groups at 100 yards and 1.75" groups at 300 yards. The .280 competes with the .270 Winchester, yet hunters pass it by for the .270 Winchester, the .30-06 Springfield, or the .280âs big brother, the 7mm Remington Magnum. It works well for 150 and 160, but I believe that the IMR powders word a little better. Source(s): Accurate Powder: The .280 Remington, also known as the 7mm-06 Remington and 7mm Express Remington, was introduced in 1957 for the Remington model 740, 760, 721, and 725 rifles. 340 Weatherby Magnum. I've tried 4 powders in it and every one of them worked. Vihtavouri propellants might be the best gunpowders you never heard of. I'll say that the RL 19 folks are spot on, considering the variables of the gun itself. I had a great load for the Nosler 140 gr. The .280 Rem was/is a great cartridge that, for some reason, never found it's time in the sun. A very capable caliber for elk, deer and antelope, and easy to reload for (IMO). Description.280 caliber Remington 162 grain Hornady ELD-X~ The .280 Remington, also known as the 7mm-06 Remington and 7mm Express Remington, was introduced in 1957 for several Remington models. Following 2 other bucks to be exact. Trouble is finding Alliant powders locally can be tough, Especially 26, 16, 22, and 19..According to the website, Cabelas has RL-26 in my "local" store which is 100 miles away, but fortunately I'll be going that way Thursday for work, so hopefully I can find some then.. Jackfish, Welcome to Moosie's Hunttalk. My friend uses 140 Accubonds and a load of RE 19 that is 1/2 grain under max based on the Nosler reloading guide #7. I think you’re on to something with rl 26. Using what is in your load book is an easy/safe choice. 470 Nitro Express. I worked my way into a good rest involving ⦠IMR 4350 and IMR ... actually ronk with the 150gr and heavier bullets all the powders mojo and i mentioned are in my books, r-22 and imr4831 can give you the best vel. If you are experiencing difficulties posting in the Buy/Sell/Trade subforums of TFL, please read the "sticky" announcement threads at the top of the applicable subforum. It consisted of 56.5 grains of H450, Remington cases and Winchester Primers. In 3 280s, Ruger, Remington, and Interarms, RL-19 has been the best powder choice for velocity, standard deviation, extreme spread, and accuracy. Of course, there is still such a thing as too slow. As standard cartridges go the .280 Remington has one of the oddest histories. We wish you successful reloading with Vihtavuori premium rifle powders! bullets in my old .280. 300 H & H Magnum. .280 Remington. Relatively slow burning powders such as IMR 4350, IMR 4831, H4350, H4831, and RL 19 are useful for a wide range of bullet weights in the .280 Remington. Looking for loads for a 280 Remington. But some will run magnum primers for various reasons. I like the 162 grain bullets for extended range. I've also used Remington and Federal as well using the lighter bullet. best .280 rem bullet for whitetails. Remingtonâs 1957 release of the .280 Rem. Rl 22 is the velocity king in .270 with 140s, and I’ve had great satisfaction with rl 25 with 150 and 180 grain (woodleighs), along with imr 7828, 7828 ssc, and the new 7977 enduron powder, even with 130 grainers. My only experience is using Accurate 4350. I know its not necessary-my 140 gr deer load (Sierra HPBT) is adequate for pronghorn, but its fun to reload and see how much performance you can safely wring out. I am phasing out the H4831 powder in my line because I've switched to pretty much H4350, H4895, Retumbo, and Reloader 17 for all my loading. Seems to me like I should be able to load it with as much Hodgdon H-380 as my 30-06 with a 150 Sierra BTSP. I do not recall exactly which cases I used at the time, but I do recall that there were some capacity differences between Remington, Winchester and Speer cases. Both with 140 gr bullets. If you are interested in the most recent data for cartridges and/or bullet weights/styles not listed on this page, contact Barnes Consumer Service department to inquire about recommended loads and approximate timing for the data to be made available via email at customerservice@barnesbullets.com or by phone at 800.574.9200.. Looking for loads for a 280 Remington. These both work well in the .280 Rem. I think those are two very good powders for the 280. I stick with 140s in the 280. Optimum burn rates for heavy bullets include powders in the ADI 2213sc / H4813sc range. However the data from Hodgdon shows 59 grains of H-380 for a muzzle velocity of 3005 FPS for the 30-06. a dink,a monster,( huge bodied pig of a buck with one antler completely gone and the other broken off 3" up), then my buck. But all of them made passable loads. A 130 grain bullet is considered the best deer medicine by.270 aficionados. 338 Rem. 6.5 Remington Magnum Load Data; 264 Winchester Magnum Load Data; 26 Nosler Load Data; 6.8 Remington SPC Load Data; 27 Nosler Load Data; 270 Winchester Load Data; 270 Winchester Short Magnum (WSM) Load Data; 270 Weatherby Magnum Load Data; 7mm Mauser (7×57) Load Data; 7mm-08 Remington Load Data; 284 Winchester Load Data; 280 Remington Load Data The best powders for 120-140grain bullets in the .260rem are Winchester: 760 Hodgdon: BenchMark, H4831, H4350, H1000 IMR: 4350, 4831 Vihtavuori: N160, N550, N560 Alliant: Reloader 17, Reloader 19 All these powders have a mid-slow burn rate so take your pick. In really cold weather, try H4350 or H4831. I want good velocity and good accuracy. 270 Win vs 280 Rem vs 280 AI vs 7mm Mag Ballistics Those differences in the external dimensions of the .270 Winchester, .280 Remington, .280 Ackley Improved, and 7mm Remington Magnum do translate into differences in ballistic performance, though probably not quite as much as youâd initially expect. It's been a consistently accurate round. Ultra Magnum. If I want heavier bullets, I grab my 7mm Mag with 154 Interbonds. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. I stick with the slower powders such as Hodgdon 4831 and Reloder 22. The .280 Remington is a useful big-game cartridge, though its popularity with shooters has taken a while to catch on. Itâs equally at home inside a .300 Winchester Magnum case as it is inside a .270 Winchester, .280 Remington or .25-06 Remington and has been factory loaded in the .470 Nitro Express. I haven't tried the SC in this particular caliber,so I can't comment on that. Jump to Latest Follow 1 - 12 of 12 Posts ... 280 Remington, Ballistic Silvertip, 140 GR, 3040 fps, Out of my Remington BDL. Every single time I read about a hunter who hunts with a .280 Rem, I become wistful. Best powders are: Varget, H4895, and Reloder 15. Quote Reply Topic: 140 grain .280 Remington Powder Posted: February/22/2008 at 17:00: ... r-22 and imr4831 can give you the best vel. Ultra Magnum. The reloading manuals show Accurate #7, Accurate #9, H110 and Winchester 296. In 3 280s, Ruger, Remington, and Interarms, RL-19 has been the best powder choice for velocity, standard deviation, extreme spread, and accuracy. Using H4831SC and 160g Accubond right at 2900fps. 284 Win. The data given here were obtained in laboratory conditions following strictly the CIP (Commission International Permanente) June 13, 1990 and November 9, 1993 rules. I have read a lot on here about powder and some seem to prefer RL-22 for the .280. Man I cannot wait to get that scope on my .280 AI! All of that experimentation, if memory serves me right, was with Winchester large rifle primers. I run the 140 gr Accubonds at 3045 fps. Partitions. When loading .280 ammunition for use in pump action or autoloading rifles it is best to stick with the lighter loads. Tell it to my 284 Win, 6.5mm Rem Mag, 2t7 Bob, 250 Savage. RL 19 & a 140 gr bullet is a combination worth pursuing. Of all the Hodgdon Extreme powders, I find H4831SC to be among the most universal and useful, especially when talking about the larger cases. and .300 WSM. XMP-5744 â Extremely fast-burning, double-base extruded powder. Partitions but am going to try it with the Accubonds also. 300 Win. I believe if I ever had the notion to have someone build a custom rifle for me, I'm pretty sure it would be in .280 Remington. Seems to me like I should be able to load it with as much Hodgdon H-380 as my 30-06 with a 150 Sierra BTSP. H4831 SC is all I use in my two .280s... mainly because they both shoot .500" groups regularly. These last two remove the body taper, thus increasing powder capacity, and they are indeed every bit as fast as the 7mm Remington Magnum. If you have a firearm related question, please register and post it on the forums. Many see this category as the.280âs prime niche, and the traditional.280 deer load is a 140 grain pill. He made one lunge at the shot and piled up hard. Short Magnum. Of course load data won’t be identical, but any powder that’s ideal in .270 will be ideal in the .280 and vice versa. Most suitable bullets for the 7mm-08 are in the 130-150 grain range. I haven't tried the SC in this particular caliber,so I can't comment on that. The .280 Remington, hot-rodded to beat the 7mm Remington Magnum, sounds like quite a performer, ... That is exactly why I wish the powder and bullet manufacturers would be more forthcoming. Faster-burning powders are better for practice loads while the slow-burners are better for maximum velocities. In the world of hunting cartridges there are some winners and some losers, those cartridges that never quite measured up to the media hype and those that exceeded all expectations. Itâs equally at home inside a .300 Winchester Magnum case as it is inside a .270 Winchester, .280 Remington or .25-06 Remington and has been factory loaded in the .470 Nitro Express. give or take. XMP-5744 â Extremely fast-burning, double-base extruded powder. Choose the best Reloading - Powders & Primers for your outdoor recreation. I recently picked up a Winchester Model 70 FWT chambered in 280 Remington with a 22" barrel and I'm looking to develop some deer and elk loads. The .280 Remington is a useful big-game cartridge, though its popularity with shooters has taken a while to catch on. Such emails will be ignored. I've also used Remington and Federal as well using the lighter bullet. 300 Win. I know I won't be suing Remington or Winchester, it was my fault I overpressured the round. The .260 Remington works best with 120- and 140-grain bulletsâdelivering muzzle velocities of about 2950 fps and 2750 fps, ... itâs certainly not a finicky cartridge to loadâgetting that trait from its fatherâand will run on more than a few powders, ... ⢠.280 Remington with the 150's and imr7828 and r-19 are about 100fps slower step up to the 170gr and imr 4350 4831 7828 and r-22 give the highest vel. Is it a certain knowledge that the edge tlr bullets will be made available as a reloading component? When loading .280 ammunition for use in pump action or autoloading rifles it is best to stick with the lighter loads. Powders legendary in the .280 Ackley Improved are Reloder 22 and H4831. Iâve had very good luck with Reloder 25 and IMR 7828 as well. Remingtonâs 1957 release of the .280 Rem. Using slow-burning powders similar to IMR 4831, the .280 can be loaded to some impressive velocities. I have had the best results with IMR 4350 and 140 gr. There is a great deal of reloading data for .270 as it’s one of the most popular hunting cartridges and it’s been around a long time. Powders like 4350 and 4831 from Hodgdon and IMR, Reloder 19 and Vihtavuori N-160 and N-165 performed very well. I'm getting ready to make an order to start loading for my 7mm Rem Mag and I am trying to figure out the best powder that would give the best bang for the buck (pun intended). 26" tubes. Ackley gave the .280 Remington a steep 40-degree shoulder and straightened out most of the cartridge caseâs body taper, he likely knew he was on to something special. IMR 7828 showed great velocity but mediocre accuracy in my .280 Rem. Jackfish, Welcome to Moosie's Hunttalk. Ive heard that 280 ai can take fast burners and slow burners, which makes it difficult to decide on a powder. It has never had enough sales to support an extensive variety of factory loads, yet those who use it generally swear by it. Short Magnum. What bullet/charge/depth works the best? 30-06 Spring. It's been a consistently accurate round. Meanwhile,.30-06 shooters prefer the ubiquitous 150 grain load, and the 7mm Rem. The case to bore ratio of the .280 is extremely similar to the .270 Winchester. In my 280 Remington I used IMR4350 with 140 gr. You could go heavier to a 160, but theyâre really best used with the bigger 7mm remington magnum as the bullets get long enough that they start cutting into your powder capacity inside the case. The 280 Remington is a fine shooter with almost all bullet weights. Eastmansâ is a three generation media based hunting company whose goal is to promote the pursuit of elk hunting, deer hunting and all western big game. If Remington had introduced the .280 Rem in its Model 700, we might not have the 7MM Rem Mag. Remington got it, and the 280 Remington suffered most. Picking three of my favorite test rifles, each vastly different from the others, I loaded 10-round test batches in three different calibers: 6.5 Creedmoor (N560 with Hornady 140-grain ELD Match), .300 Win. I’ve done up experimental rounds in .270 with h50bmg and the discontinued h870. I own a Ruger M77 in .280 Remington. Of all the Hodgdon Extreme powders, I find H4831SC to be among the most universal and useful, especially when talking about the larger cases. Magnum. Copyright Complaints: Please direct DMCA Takedown Notices to the registered agent: Handloading, Reloading, and Bullet Casting, https://www.midwayusa.com/product/40...tail-box-of-50, https://federalpremium.com/component...ets/pb284etlr1. It has no data for the 280 ⦠160 acubonds gave me no consistancy at all. If your 700 Mountain doesn't end up grouping for you, I have a mid-80s Remington 700 KS Mountain in 280 w/ Brown Precision stock and beautiful bluing I'm probably going to list in classifieds. There ain't arguin' difference between the two, and the .280 Rem comes with a 22" barrel, which I like, even more so when elevation starts to make breathing difficult. It has to be one of the best rounds ever put in a rifle! Hopefully will be able to play with 17 soon really interested with it in the 06 and 280. Just waiting now [emoji352]to see if I pull some antelope tags; if so, my reloading summer project will be seeing how fast and accurate I can get. In the world of hunting cartridges there are some winners and some losers, those cartridges that never quite measured up to the media hype and those that exceeded all expectations. I had tried H4350, but it was less consistent than the slower powders, so I just stuck with those. I have had great groups and velocity using it in a 22 inch barreled Ruger. I have only tried one powder in my 280 AI, not sure its the best but no complaints to date. But that was then and this is now. _____ Some better, and some not as good. I don't care because in most rifle calibers I always measure and weigh each load. 6.5 Remington Magnum Load Data; 264 Winchester Magnum Load Data; 26 Nosler Load Data; 6.8 Remington SPC Load Data; 27 Nosler Load Data; 270 Winchester Load Data; 270 Winchester Short Magnum (WSM) Load Data; 270 Weatherby Magnum Load Data; 7mm Mauser (7×57) Load Data; 7mm-08 Remington Load Data; 284 Winchester Load Data; 280 Remington Load Data I have to respectfully disagree. Optimum powders for 120 to 150 grain bullets or short free bore rifles are the medium slow burners in the ADI 2209 / H4350 range. History. 375 H&H Magnum. The only powders I've used were IMR 4350 and H414, both with 140 grain bullets. If I want heavier bullets, I grab my 7mm Mag with 154 Interbonds. 6.5 Remington Magnum Load Data; 264 Winchester Magnum Load Data; 26 Nosler Load Data; 6.8 Remington SPC Load Data; 27 Nosler Load Data; 270 Winchester Load Data; 270 Winchester Short Magnum (WSM) Load Data; 270 Weatherby Magnum Load Data; 7mm Mauser (7×57) Load Data; 7mm-08 Remington Load Data; 284 Winchester Load Data; 280 Remington Load Data I save the 160s and 175s for the 7 Rem mag. 30-378 Weatherby. While I cannot write definitively because I don't own one, my guess is the .280 Rem is every bit the cartridge that is the 7MM Rem Mag. The story of the .280 is an interesting one, for sure. Had I not needed some $$ back then, I'd no doubt still have it. Relatively slow burning powders such as IMR 4350, IMR 4831, H4350, H4831, and RL 19 are useful for a wide range of bullet weights in the .280 Remington. Magnum. (N560 with Speer 190-grain Impact), and .280 Ackley Improved (N160 with 140-grain Federal Trophy Bonded Tip, N560 with 160-grain Federal Trophy Bonded Tip and N160 with Barnes ⦠The .280 is based on the .30-06 necked down to accept 7 mm bullets, with the neck moved forward .050 in (1.27mm). saw the â06 case launching 7mm bulletsâmade famous on the back of the stellar reputation of the 7x57 Mauserâproviding plenty of energy for almost all the common species, in a package that had a wee bit less recoil than its father does. I use RL19 as my only powder now for these rounds in the 140/150 weight class, As the OP, I know this thread is from last year; but I wanted to just reach out and thank everyone who has contributed-and continues to contribute. It’s not productive. My 280AI was Rem 280. Best bullets for the 6mm Dasher are: Vapor Trail 103gr, Berger 105 Hybrid, 108 BT, and 105 VLD (hunting).
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