Good results with the 95gr. SST

[2feathers]

For some reason, I couldn't find info on a load for the Hornady 95gr. SST for my .243 using IMR-4350. After several trips to the range I finally found a load my Tikka t3 lite handles well.
I am loading 40gr. of IMR-4350 with this bullet with a C.O.L. of 2.675". I have no signs of excessive pressure.
I don't have a chronograph, but if my Nosler & Lyman manuals are correct, I am getting close to 3000 FPS, give or take.
Just thought I'd share this in return for the help I have received in the past from this forum.

[Pawildman]

......Thanks for the info....I'm just getting ready to start loading for my new .243 AI and that gives me some basework for that bullet should I decide to give it a go. Let us know how your future workups go....

[RugerMike]

What is the twist rate and barrel length of your Tikka?
Thanks
mikem@tls.net

[Rifle Loony]

Have you tried the 87 grain V Max? or the 85 grain TSX?

[2 Feathers]

I believe the twist rate of my Tikka t3 Lite is 1 in 12. It shoots 1/2 inch groups, if I do my part with the Hornady 95gr. SST bullet.
I have used Sierra 85gr. HPBT and Hornady 87gr. HPBT. My gun was more accurate with the Sierra 85gr. HPBT.
My load for the Sierra 85gr. HPBT is 36.4gr. of IMR-4064 with a C.O.L. of 2.685". This load shoots similarly good groups.
I shot my biggest buck with the 85gr. Sierra and he dropped after taking 2 steps. When Hornady came out with the 95gr. SST, it peaked my interest as a heavier bullet with possibly better terminal performance at longer ranges.I don't know if this is the case, so if anyone can compare the 2 bullets in the field, I am sure it would be of interest to all of us who shoot the .243 Win.

[cjohnson3006]

I have excellent results with the same bullets and powder, but I charge with 41.9gr.