Different powder for the swede?

[will79]

Has anyone experimented with Hodgden-Varget or Ramshot-TAC powders in the 6.5x55? These both work great in my 30-06, 7mm-08, and 22-250. There is no data for these in the 6.5 so I would have to start low and slowly work up while watching for pressure signs. I think they could be very accurate if the correct load was found. If anyone has tried I would sure appreciate any information. You can e-mail me at will79c9@yahoo.com. Thanks.

[steve4102]

http://www.hodgdon.com/data/rifle/65x55sm.php

Send Ramshot/Accurate Powders an email. They should be able to get you started with Tac.

[will79]

steve4102, thanks for the help!

[HEAD0001]

I hate to add to the quagmyre. I think you should try N-160. It is suppose to be the berry's for the swede. I have heard this from several top notch reloader's. I have not used it myself. Just passing on what I consider to be good information. Tom.

[Briman]

Try RL-22 if you haven't tried it already.

[eldeguello]

"There is no data for these in the 6.5 so I would have to start low and slowly work up while watching for pressure signs."

You should be doing this anyway, even with published data, since all rifles are individuals.......

[Pioneer2]

Hi Will,Reloader 22 is a staple in the 6.5 Swede with 129gr and 140gr Hornady's.In a model 38 Husky I had 42 gr of IMR 4350 with a 160gr Hornady would put bulets in the same hole all day long and penetrate like a bunker-buster. Never recovered a bullet from any animal including several moose reguardless of angle ,stem to stern and you could eat right up to the bulet hole.I now have a Win.70 featherweight in 6.5x55 that thrives on 140gr Hornady's and RE 22.Give it a whirl .........Harold

[handloader1]

In the "Ramshot Powders Edition III" the 6.5 x 55 Swede shows data for Big Game, Hunter, and Magnum. Check the site www.RamShot.com Good luck.

[Ridge Runner]

http://www.reloadersnest.com/frontpage.asp?CaliberID=120
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