22-250 varmint rounds...

DBL-LUNG · 01-02-2003, 05:40 PM

I just got a Savage 110, 22-250 without the bull barrel. I am trying to get into varmit hunting and long range paper punching...

I am not yet able to buy a reloader, so I am looking for a good bullet for yote hunting. I would also like this bullet to accomodate my need to shoot out to 500 yards at the range, just paper punching.

I am currently using:
1. Remington 55gr. psp
2. Winchester 45 gr. jhp (high velocity, varmint round)

Vapodog · 01-02-2003, 08:38 PM

DBL, the .22-250 is a very fine varmint gun.....However, the range seems to be best with heavier bullets even if a bit of velocity is lost.

I recommend you get into reloading soon because the fruits of the .22-250 can often be highlighted by "rolling your own"

Until then any 55 grain bullet that shoots well in your Savage should suit your needs. If Federal makes some .22-250 loads with nosler's ballistic tips, I'd try them......but you don't have to pay a premium price to get a good shooting bullet.

For you're future reloading needs, try to stay with one manufacturer of ammo for now!!

diyj98 · 01-03-2003, 05:08 AM

I've had good luck with the Federal Premium 55 grain spbt load in several 22-250's. It shots as well as any handload in my current varmint rifle.