RL-17 should work good for the 30-06 with 165 -200 gr bullets and the . 270.
What is the best bullet for 260 Remington?
The . 260 Remington works best with 120- and 140-grain bullets—delivering muzzle velocities of about 2950 fps and 2750 fps, respectively, depending upon brand and barrel length—and is very easy on the shoulder.
Who makes RL 17 powder?
Alliant Powder
Alliant Powder – Reloder 17.
When did reloader 17 come out?
Alliant Powder, a division of Alliant Tech Systems Inc., (ATK), will be shipping new Reloder 17 powder in mid-March, 2008. This is an all-new, double-base powder produced in Switzerland by NitroChemie for Alliant.
What is reloader 17 powder used for?
Alliant recently released a new rifle powder called Reloder 17. The company claims this cylindrical (stick) powder meters easily and consistently while providing maximum velocity, even in extreme weather. It is primarily intended for short-magnum cartridges but will also work with medium rifle loads.
Who makes the best 260 caliber rifle?
Savage Arms 11/111 . 260 Remington Long Range Hunter 3-Round 26″ Bolt Action Rifle in Black – 19133. Widely acclaimed as the best, most accurate rifle in the industry, the Savage 11 and 111 Long Range Hunter is the heart and soul of the Savage Center fire line.
Is a 260 good for elk?
260 and the confidence in the ability to correctly place the round makes the 6.5 bullets – particularly the . 260 Remington a good choice for hunting Elk at medium range.
How far can a 260 shoot?
Overall, the 260 is a great caliber for mid range sniping (out to 1000 meters) in smaller to midsized weapon systems as it far exceeds the ballistics of the . 308 and with less recoil. The round inherently has good accuracy and enough energy mixed with outstanding long range performance to make it a serious player.
What caliber bullet is 260 Remington?
.264 caliber
The .260 Remington being a .264 caliber (6.5 mm) has certain advantages: the bullets have good sectional density (penetrating ability) and a good selection of bullet weights. Factory ammunition usually are loaded with bullets weighing anywhere from 120 gr (7.8 g) to 140 gr (9.1 g).
Is RL17 temp stable?
RL17 can be temp sensitive.
What’s the best powder for a 260 Remington?
Alliant’s new Reloder 17 powder is a perfect match to the .260 Remington. Testing over the last 9 months indicates that most shooters can get an additional 125-175 fps with the 139-142’s using RL17!” A lot of options out there for sure.
Why choose Reloder 17 reloaders?
With Reloder 17 reloaders have a powder that meters easy and consistently while providing maximum velocity even in extreme weather. This consistent performance is what reloaders have come to expect from Alliant Powder – and Reloder 17 proves worthy. Similar burn speed to IMR 4350 with added velocity.
How much elevation is needed to drift a Remington 260?
From a 100-yard zero, this load needs 7.4 mils of elevation to 1000 yards, and will drift 53 inches with a 10 mph cross. Accuracy is excellent at 1/4 MOA. November 2009 Update! Alliant’s new Reloder 17 powder is a perfect match to the .260 Remington.
