Complete Reloading — Manual | for the 22-250 Remington Containing Menace Information from U.S. Bullet __and Powder Makers. Accurate * Alliant * Hodgdon * Hornady IMR * Lyman * Nosler * ROBS * Scot Sierra * Speer * Winchester and Othersee ‘ ° See a aaseens ooile Manel No. 11 ¥ the a 2 resil ing by. eens “tet ta ee ae ted n | cover the ae a a ‘be used with this published Bea no cere: is implied or assumed for results ones ampere Company, Inc, ul liability, ether | wpe or implore agony igo Se alleged to have arisen from the use of the anual. eee Follow loading recommendations exactly. Don't substitute. “compontats for those listed. Start loading with the mininon charges. Understand what you are ind why it must be a ie vy So eee ‘eload when cle lott) Courtery of Noser Ballets, IeThe Complete Reloading Manual for the .22-250 Remington The publisher is deeply indebted to the following companies for their permission to reprint their proprietary reloading information found in this manual. Accurate Arms Company, Inc. Blount, Inc. Alliant Technologies Hodgdon Powder Co., Inc. Hornady Manufacturing Company IMR Powder Company Lyman Produéts Corporation Nosler Bullets, Inc. RCBS Bullets Scot Powders ‘ Sierra Bullets, L.P. Speer Bullets Winchester ght 2000 by Loadbooks USA. The., 18826R Soledad Canyon Road 191351, Phone: 805/250-8502, FAX: 805/250. All Rights Reserved. Country, Cali 8493, Printed in the Un States of AmerieTABLE OF CONTENTS -22-250 REMINGTON HORNADY BULLETS Hornady Introduction Homady 45 grain... Homnady 50 grain Homady 52/53 grain Homady 35 gran Homady 55 FMI/60 grain... NOSLER BULLETS Nosler Introduction ...... Nosler 40 grain Nosler 50 grain. Noster 55 grain Ackley Improved Intro Ackley 40 grain Ackley 50/55 grain SIERRA BULLETS Sietta Introduction........cssceesseee 16 Sierra 40 grain Sierra 45 grain Sierra 50 grain... Sierra 52/53 grain. Sierra 55 grain. Sierra 60 grain. Sierra 62/69 grain... SPEER BULLETS Speer Introducti Speer 40 grain ees os Speer 45/50 grain 1 26 Speer 52 grain... aE Speer 55 grain tee a Speer 70 grain. 29 LYMAN BULLETS Lyman Introduction... 30 Lyman 37 grain. oc ccescncen ek Lyman 41/45 grain vcssccccoeee 34 Lyman 54/55 grain « ee 35 RCBS BULLETS PROBS grain traciss tetearnasenne. 30TABLE OF CONTENTS -22-250 REMINGTON HODGDON POWDERS ‘Hodgdon Introduction 3 40-55 grain Loads....00000.. 38 62-70 grain Loads: sty) Lead Loads 40 ACCURATE ARMS POWDERS Accurate Introduction 4 2015BR/2230/2460/2520 2700/3100/4350 2 ALLIANT POWDERS PREICUERIQPISID eee nA IMR POWDERS, 50/55 grain Loads. 45 SCOT POWDERS 3032/4065/4351 «0... i 46 WINCHESTER POWDERS TABITOO sovoeseee 4a VIHTAVUORI POWDERS ‘Vihtavuori Introduction . Perea 45-69 grain Loads........ 49, BARNES BULLETS Barnes Introduction 50 45/50 grain Loads..... aol eo rau Shs el cae eectpeepreerrererrere rrr rrserrrrttrrsret errr rer DISCLAIMER Since Loadbooks USA, Inc. is not responsible for developing or testing the information contained herein, nor can we control the components or equipment used by each individual Reloader, Loadbooks USA, Inc. cannot and does not accept any liability, either expressed or implied, for results, damage or injury arising from or alledged to have arisen from the use of the data in this manual. Further, Loaitbooks USA, Inc. takes no responsibility for any inaccuracies related to any of the information reprinted. We cannot emphasize enough the importance of following all safety precautions when Reloading. Please read and follow all manufacturers safety rules and warnings before proceeding. DISCLAIMER ee! * * * * * * * SHOOTER'S LOG-22-250 REMINGTON - HORNADY BULLETS o alt arieg 200-1 240: -+-———16es —_-| 22-250 REMINGTON RIFLE: REMINGTON 700 BULLET DIAMETER: 224" BARREL: 24", 1 in 14" TWIST MAXIMUM C.0.L: 2.350" CASE: HORNADYFRONTIER MAX. CASE LENGTH: 1.912" PRIMER: FEDERAL 210 CASE TRIM LENGTH: 1.802" ‘The 22-250 Remington is based on the necked down 250-3000 case with the shoulder angle changed to 28 degrees. In 1967, thirty years after the original wildcat versions, Remington began production of this cartridge in their Model 700 series rifles. ‘The 22-250 is only slightly less powerful than the 220 Swift and is more versatile; the 22-250 more readily handles reduced loads. This potent 22 caliber cartridge has been used for a great variety of game from var- mints to deer. Of course, the 2-250 is best suited for varminting ‘The powders that gave the most uniform results with best accuracy throughout the range of bullets were IMR 3081, IMR 4895, and IMR 4064. Winchester 760 gave the highest velocities with fair accuracy and may be a top choice in a different rifle. Shooters using the 45 grain Hornet bullet should note that the maximum velocity listed is 3600 fps. The reason for this limit lies in the construction of the bullet. It is designed to expand at 22 Homet velocities and therefore has too thin a jacket to be fired at velocities higher than 3600 fps. At velocities ex- “ceeding 3600 fps, bullets sometimes come apart before they reach the target. Also, note the thin jacket of SX bullets limits them to velocities, ‘0f 3500 fps. Exceeding this limit can result in bullets disintegrating in flight. As in any of the larger 22's, the heavier bullets are normally the best choice for optimum performance22-250 REMINGTON - HORNADY BULLETS 45 GRAIN BULLETS: SECTIONAL DENSITY: es DIAMETER: 22a" eee es ____VeLocity POWDER 3200 fps 3300 fps 3400 fps 3500 fps 4895 27or Wg. 2W2er WA gr AA2230 271 gr 282 qr 2939. BDA Gr. AA2460 274 gn 28.997. 208gr 30.8 gr. IMR 30913029. 31.09F. _318gr. SRO gr IMR4895 308. 36 or IAG —_-3.29F, 935 B05 or 315 9r 326gr. 33.6 gr. IMR4064 318g. 325g. 33397. 34.1 gr, IMR4920 323 qr 331g. 339gr. 34.6 gr, WIN 748, oa oe dan ee WIN760 340qr 36.07, 3607. 37.1. Hata STO gr 3789. 387 or. 39.5 gr. Indicates maximum load - use with caution.22-250 REMINGTON - HORNADY BULLETS 50 GRAIN BULLETS: SECTIONAL DENSITY: 142 DIAMETER: 22a" #2Ra5 sp Ballistic Coefficient 214 == C.0.1.—2.a50" VELOCITY POWDER 3400 fps 3500 fps 3600 fos 3700 fps 3800 fps 3900 fps 4805, B20gr 994g. 942 gr 95SGr RA 2290 BA gr 925 9r._3969r, 34.7gr. OSG 7A 2460 32.4 gr. 39.3 ot. 5A6 ge WASOD1 o18 gy. S87 gr 596 9, 240 9p SEES iv 4895 342g SSE tw IR 4084 93.1.9 S40 ge OAS ge 356 gc HET (H335 92.99, 939or 349 gr, 960gr 36.897. 37.8 96: IMR 4320 839 gr. 34.8 gr. 357 gc, WIN748 34.7 gr Tor 377 gt. a8 et WIN 7609609, _37.2gr 384 407 or. Haid 988 gr 396 gr 404 gr 413gr. 424 or “Indicates maximum load - use with caution.22-250 REMINGTON - HORNADY BULLETS 52.53 GRAIN BULLETS: ‘SECTIONAL DENSITY: 148-154 DIAMETER: zea" #2249 BTHP Match Batsiccetcn 20 C.0...— 2.350" #2250 HP Match BelisticGostficient—218 fae C.0.1.— 2.350" VELOGITY POWDER 3300 fps 3400 fps 3500 fps 3600 fps 3700 fps 3800 fps Has Sign, 320g, 929g. 9300, ‘AA 2230 304 gr 328 gt. 34.0 gr. 962 66 ‘AA 2460 _ 30. or MR 2031 91.0 IMR 4095 91.4 or 336 oF 320 oF 34391354 oF 35.4 gr R40) an gs odd ge viNivas Tea ge ihren ase Sees WIN760 «8B ge S77 990g AOD ge AHA iid S76 gh 980 gh. 096 gr 006 g BATE “Indicates maximum Ipad - use with caution-22-250 REMINGTON - HORNADY BULLETS 55 GRAIN BULLETS: Se ae aeaee an poneeseeee Sece eeeee Eoneeee ee meet oe ea eau ecso" se267 FMURT w/e Solistececciee— cas > G.o.L.—2.350" VELOCITY POWDER 3300 fps 3400 fps 3500 fps 3600 fps 3700 fps 3800 fps H4G95 BI gt 320gr. 32.99. 3596 ABH BAG. 316g. 328g" 340 gr. S82 GF AA2GO 303 gr 3.6gn 390 gr 04996 IMR 3031 33.1 gt. 34.2 Gr. IMR 4895, 336 gr. 346 68 335 “343 or. 854 of MR 4068 345 gr. 354 gr. 36500 “wR 4320 saan) WN 748 36.9 ot. STG WIN 760, 38.0 gr 40.2 F Hata 40.6 of 445 oF Indicates maximum load - use with caution-22-250 REMINGTON - HORNADY BULLETS 55 GRAIN BULLETS: SECTIONAL DENSIT" 157 DIAMETER: weer #2267 FMUBT w/e Ballistic Coefficient 203 ia Go. 2.as0" REDUCED LOAD veLociry POWDER 2100 fps 2200 fps 2300 fps 2400 tps 2500 fps 2600 fps WIRA27 1399 1489. 1675. 16. 60 GRAIN BULLETS: SECTIONAL DENSITY: 174 DIAMETER: aaa" *2270 SP perc ceenee eae C.0.L.—2.350" #2275 HP Beliscle Gostticione— 271 ==> C.0.L.— 2.350" ____vetoemy POWDER 3100 fps 3200 fps_3300 fps 3400 fps_3500 fp: Hi895 284 gr, 304 Gr 31.8 9r 526 grin336 or IR3031 202 or. 904Gr 315or. 926g. 537 Gt ‘Aa 24602 284 gf w2or. 33T or AAZ20 28.7 g%. 900g" S1.3o9r 826 or. 339 or IWR 48952069. S07 gr 31.7 or 928g. 999g. SO0GE IMR 4064 205 qr. 3160r o27or 338g. 848g. 658 g¢ HSS 903 gf. 910gr._929 gn 9426p IWR 4800315 of. 925 9. 298 gr S48 gr WIN 748 307 gr. 32.16. 99.60%, 96.1 on WaN 760 347 or. 36.00r_ 874 gr Hata oF 968g 976 or 98,7 ot. Indicates maximum load - use with caution 6.22-250 REMINGTON - NOSLER BULLETS PMc 22-250 Remsngron Lf samonamy torte cartridges for long range varmint shooting, having used {tin its various forms over the Past fifty years. Originally based, (nthe 250-2000 Savage, this highly accurate, twenty-two caliber wildcat was standardized by Remington in the mid-sixtes, Tdon't consider the .22-250 a dependable deer careridge, even though it will penetrate plate steed better than the 30404 The lick af ballet weight realy limits this and other 225 to coyote size animals a. well-tuned 0, S28 me loose it varmiat country and you'll see where this cartridge really shines! In Central Oregon, we have some excellent rock chick shoot ing with the added bonus of a healthy coyote population. This Is heaven for the .22-250. ‘A good friend of mine, who also has the incurable addiction for shooting chucks, was zecently With me at my favorite shady spot doing what varmint hunters love to do best. We had ane rock wall full of rock chucks a: about 100 yards and another, ut past 300 yards totally covered with the big brates. 'was shooting my favorite 22-250; my budldy was shooting his per 223, After felling some ity chuces, wwe tooka breather and ate a sandwich. During this quiet time, ‘iy friend spotted white rock embedded near the top of the 300-plus-yard wall. after a litle spirited conversation, my friend finally bet a fancy dinner that Touldn't dust that little white rock, The sporting man that lam, ‘upped the ante to Include drinks fC could nal it on the fist shot. ‘After much care resting my rifle, 1 squeezed the trigger and the dust flew! Boy, that good old 22.280 continues toamaze me, G \re— Joes is Founder an! Chairman.22-250 REMINGTON - NOSLER BULLETS 1 RIFLE: Bare Lia Leng Twist: 1-14" Comments from the tab Due to the tapered body of the 22-250, cases are prone to stretch ‘when fullength sized between each firing. Case life con be extended ‘dramatically by using a neck die only, or a full-length die to just partially size te case. [MR 4895, RL 15, H 380, and Varget are all excellent powders for the 22-250. Varget is an exceptionally good choice because of Its great tolerance for temperature changes, The Industey maximum overall cartidge length (0.A.L.) was estab lished to assure proper feeding in modern sporting fiearivs. Tor the 22-250 Remington, this overall length has been established at 2.350" Optimum accuracy Is usually achieved with a slightly langer carteidge length. Pease refer to page 34 for additional information,.22-250 REMINGTON - NOSLER BULLETS NOSIOF esse A0Grain sop. saiayoee i uc Ganga Loa! Singoean | i Poni Charge Wight n Gris Mara oi a) Ton Bay Mok 55 TARTS 050; 03% ‘AA 2460 3.5 SRAM 9095 ye 78% 31.5) RANA 6516 ¢= 73% Mix. 55 ASRTRANSTNUEE 3067 G 85% Na35 33.5 EDAMURESIREE 9720 pe 78% 91,5 RE 3.402 ox 78% a% IMR 4895 “ 73% 329 ERE conse 10% VARGET MA*-30.0 CRRRREERRSSRMAMRRG 4100 69% est accwor 96.0 EASES 2063p. 8am Powe ste 36.0" ERGUSERARAIRS 325 79% Mex 05 TATRA 2975. 05% IMR 4320 36.5 SLEREREISREERE 3710 re 80% 32.5" SARE 24625 78% Mot.57 5) AARNE 4006. 87% Nuo 25.5 EEARAOSRTRE 9763 ye 83% 30.5+ URE 0510 ye 78% ee IMR 4064 34.5 BRIERE 3655. 80% Eo 78% 1.57.0" A RERRENAEED 90 BLAS Max. 41.0" AR AEREEN 5007 y W760 39.0 AMERICAN 3750p, 370 8503 Ma2.41.0" AMAR 407062 95% 11380 39.0 RAE 3775 on 1% 37.0 RON 3462 06% Mox.41.0' RRRAATCROEEE 3946. 95% Ha 390 3698 91% 97.0 WORRIED 3446 ho 86% Use Maxtanum Loads with Caution g.22-250 REMINGTON - NOSLER BULLETS NoSle cease 50Grain sag. soiapver safsse tbe forge) Fanaa Chae Wp Gor ___ Mae Vc (fa) ton Dy Mai.525 MARES 26925. 76% IMR 3031 30.5 SEER 8477p 72% 2.5* WSU 8252 ye 7% manos Max.94.0° Bf GRRE 3002p. 80% At Acue — 92.0 TSS 257 5 75% ried 90.0 RADEON 9952 56 70% Mas. 3.0 EASTER 3611 ps 17% N135 31.0 LORRAINE 3306 us 73% 68% Max 2 3600: 81% nar 4064 78% 2% 6. A ARARESERARES 9700p, 65% IMR 4320 34.0 RISERS 3590p. 80% 2.0 RRRNEERRESIE 2400 Mak. 5 ARTA 3618 BL-CQ} 225 ALAS 34123 un ee ee Ma\,26.0° ERRATA 3795 y. — AS% Naa0 340 80% 52.0 ASRRRRSENRAE 9255 y= 75% Max.355 : eats A230 68.5 NBUAMEMRNRE 2500 79% 81.5 ARERR S260 0 18% Max.26.0° Sai ieSee aeRO 3784 ne 85% varGer 40 SARIS $604 = 80% 220 8¢15 ip 75% No.5.) ATARI 3560 yx 8586 11380 300 RAEI 3420 80% 32.0" BY 3260p. 75% Mei 400 TMNT 29004. 94% TMR4350 38.0 SEMEINRBOE 9590 ns 29% 360° S380 85% Use Maxine Loads with Caution 10.22-250 REMINGTON - NOSLER BULLETS NosleF cama S5Grain 559 Sota tae Rieti forage) For ies Max, 22.0 ARETE 2608. 75% IMR 3031 90.0 EERE 409 ps 71% 20.0" MinanaNSSEEE 9198 86% Mex 5.0 EERIE 940% = 76% N135 21.0 EERENERREARE 3252 73% 200" HBR 31020 88% ee DLC@) 32.5. ETURAEERREETESRENBER 9450» 7% 05 fi 12% Mac 340° CRAUEREMESGASSRREREN 2602 y= 80% IMR 4895 32.0 EMRE 257 ye 75% 20.0 HBSEIE 3112p 7% Nai, 4.5 EARNER S608 ps 01% IMR 4064 52.5 RAISES 9407 ne 7% 20.5" SERRE 9.211 ye 72% Nox 4.5 SLOTS O596y5 8% AA2I60 22.5 EATERIES 3968p. Tr 20.5" NSE 9168 eo Te Mor 5 AAG 9580p 64% IMR 4320 23.5, BESETERERGREMEOBESRNESH 2400 70% 8 3270 749% ee ee VARGET 99.0. ESERIES 9454 78% 31.0" ARSE 92725 72% Mas 94.0 KSReRRRRRREE 9464 y. 20% 140 220 827390 18% 0.0" ERE 2025 ye 11% 13s Max. 555 SERRE 2540 84% (Moe Acca = a 70% ee eh 14% Max. 92% IMR 4350 87% 83% ‘Use Maxine Loads with Caution 11.22-250 REMINGTON - NOSLER BULLETS eS not allergic to wildcats and wane a try spectacular high-performance varmint cartidge, the 22-250 Ackley Improved is worthy of your atten: tion, From a ballistic standpoint, this Hre-oumed version of the Standard 22-250 Remington essentially duplicates the perfor sane of the venerable ,220 Switt There are @ lot of reasons to like the .22-250 Ackley Obviously, itis capable af sizzling ‘velocity levels that result fn a Iaser-flat trajectory and amazing Kills on varmaints, Not so obvious, however, are the characteristics that make the cartridge ideal for andloading, ‘Alter the initial xe forming Jn the Improved chamber, the 22-250 Ackley leaves the breech Sporting a jaunty forty-degree shoulder and a minimum taper case body. The new ease configura- tion has a much larger powder capacity than the original .22-250 Remington. More important, at Ieast in my opinion, is that the Impraved design getatly reduces case stretching and bolt thrust. Varmint hunters handload in great volume and the reduction in Case stretching isa real godsend. The decrease in bolt theust greatly extends action life because ‘minimizes steess on the locking lugs and recesses. ‘One advantage that the 22-250 Improved bas over the other large 22 caliber wildcats i its ability to fire factory-loaded 22-250 Rem- ington ammo, Sure, the factory 22-250 ammo will not live up to the ballistic capabiities of the Improved chambet, but it will fre In the rifle and usually the accu: racy (s surprisingly good. There are times when any-ammo Is better ‘han no ammo, ve owned three rifles chan bered for 22.250 Ackley. Far many yeats, Hoaded $0-grain Ballistic Tips. ‘The particular load in question yielded 3,925 fpsand was deadly on rock chucks Tater, [tried the 40-gran Ballistic Tip® and fell in love. My current Schnelder-bactelled rifle gives superb accuracy, using Winchester 748, and launches fosty-grainers in excess of 4,200 fps. sso flat mat you seldom aim off of hair, for fear of missing. the oltter, The 22-250 Ackley Improved might be # little exotic forsome shooters. As for me, you'll always find at least one .22-250 Improved in the front row of my gun safe Steve és. 0 Coninbuting Ett for The Varmint Hunter maga 12.22-250 REMINGTON - NOSLER BULLETS Bare Shien i Length: 26" Tit 114 Winchester (2 om, ae Comments from the lab ‘To fre Foran cases for the 22-2 following procedure: ‘+ Start with standard 22-250 Remington cases. 150 Ackley Improved, we suggest the + Use at least 50-gyaln bullets, Lighter bullets are generally too short to reach the lands. + Select a light load of a relatively ast powder (IMR 4895 Is great) ‘rom the standard .22-250 Remington data, + Seat the bullet well into the rifling so it makes good contact with the lands when the cartridge is chambered. This holds the case head against the bolt face and eliminates ease stretching in the web area, a cause of case head separation. * After fire Forming, follow load data for the 22-250 Remington Ackley improved For serious varmint work, nothing can rival the Ballistic Tip’ ability to be fired at any velocity! Under strict laboratory conditions, we have pushed our 22 caliber Ballistic Tips to over $900 FPS. These velocities ‘were attained without sacrificing integrity, or accuracy! Al Toads listed were worked up in a standard Ackley Improved ‘chamber and were based on the Sporting Arms and Ammunition Insti fuste maximum average pressure Imit for a standard 22-250 Remington (65,000 PS.) ‘There is no Industry standard maximum overal cartridge length for this cartridge, Please refer to page 34 for additional information 13.22-250 REMINGTON - NOSLER BULLETS NOSICR criss 40 Grain wg sian thse to® orange) Ma. 95 Di RRRORRAREEED 4190p. Naas 97.5 ARENAS 4003 9 25.5" BARS 3806 ha Mae Ves ip) aa Be 82% 78% 14% Max. 47.0, SERENATA 4272 ce RL 12 99.0 BARRA 4055 ye 37.0" LABRET 3529 was 40.0 (SRIREARRRRRCRMIA 4052 te er IMR 4895, i. 41.0" RRREADRSRRRTRRRSURE 4124 ye (ur scownie 99.0 ASAE 3663... Meme 379 eeighe Max 46.5 eSATA 4129 11380 44.5 ARERR RRR 3055 pe 42.5" ESRB 3781 os Use Masset Locals with Caution 14 Macs, 42.0° ESRC REE 4217 5% am% Th 87% 23% 79% as 21% 1% r% 93% 88%.22-250 REMINGTON - NOSLER BULLETS 50 Grain impresed toad Tomier haps Wee i Gras bey Max. 87.5 BB07m 80% RL IZ 70% 71% IMR ag95. Me ‘es ec Pa nay vanoEt 38.0 Max 4.5 om AA2700 415 28% sos os NOSE ees S5Grain spe soig ten itp aang alee Gage ga Gaia cai hc pdt 21s 1.85 RN 3738). 826 Mit dove 3.5 ASABE 3542p. 769% owt fd) 94.5" MERRIER 24074 739% TMR 4064 Mis. 2.0 ARATE 575514 69% Ngo 37.0 EBM 95074 719% 35.0" ERGEESEC IRE 3441 ye 745% Mex. 45 AAA MRRTATS G79 2 95% Han 42,5 ERROR AEIETIY 9552p, 80% 40.5" RRR 5351 Use Maxiomion Loads with Caution 15.22-250 REMINGTON - SIERRA BULLETS 22-250 Remington Test Specifications Firearm Used: Winchester M70 BbL. LengthvTwist: 259/104" Firearm Used: BDI. LengthiTwi {Test Components | Cases: Remington 3 Sho Length: 1900 i omington 2 Remarks Many of today's most popular cartridges hegan as wildeats and the 22-250 [Remington is one of the best examples. While the .250-3000 Savage case had been necked down to.22.caliberby several earlier wildcatters, credit goesto Jerry Gebby for finalizing the version which Remington eventually standardized in 1965. Gebby went so faras to copyright the name “Varminter” in promoting the new cartridge, Rarely mentioned today is the fuet that Gebby actually produced three different Varminter cartridges, each intended for different ranges and performance levels, The cartridge we know today as the 22-250 Remington was known as the 22 Standard Varminter. Gebby also chambered what he called the 22 Senior Varminter, a 257 Roberts necked down to accept .224 diameter bullets. For shorter range use, Gebby produced the .22 Junior Varminter, a 40 Ballard case necked down to .22 caliber. Today, only the .22 Standard Varminter survives. Given the performance of the .22-250, it is difficult to understand why it took so long for a major manufacturer toadoptit. The cartridge hhad been popuiaras abenchrest chambering in the early daysof the game, and was very well known and quite popular among, varmint hunters The 22-250 has always had a reputation as an accurate, at-shooting, and hard-hitting varmint cartridge, When loaded toits top velocity levels, he. 22-250 is good to 400 yards or better on varmins as large as coyotes. Sierra's line of 22 caliber bullets allow the handloader to optimize performance for their particular shooting situation, Some cautions, however, do apply. While we have included data forthe 69 grain MatchKing, this bullet requires a rifling twist of 1x10" or faster for proper stabilization. When using 50 and 55 grain Blitz oullets, we ‘recommend velocities be kept uncer the 3600 fps level to prevent potential bullet 16-22-250 REMINGTON - SIERRA BULLETS 22-250 Remington, continued’ disintegration in flight, The .22-250 is still one of our most popular varmint ‘cartridges, and will undoubtedly remain so for many years to come: 22440 gr tP Gantage OAL 2300" => Powder 7 Vel 37003800 00 4100 a 239299 318 sT 28388 BLce) Bal 362 sagas 945953 et 4895 336 346 VaiNts a In-a06e 36.0 20 344 9A2520 346 Vina 960 378 380 398298. 400 Energy. TiSt__1216 1282139511021, ‘Accuracy Lond: NF105427 0 gr 9800 p22 ts Hunting Lond: 1583/9. 1s 900 fp/1351 Hs, INDICATES MAXIMUM LOAD USE CAUTION {LOADS LESS THAN MINIUUM CHARGES SHOWN ARE NOT RECOMMENDED, 7.22-250 REMINGTON - SIERRA BULLETS 22-250 Remington, continued 224.45 gr. Semi-Pointed [> Cartkigo OAL: 2.820" = 22445 gr. Spitzer (> Cartridge OAL: 2.3500 == Powder !/Velocity= 3500 3600 3700 soon _a000 Raia 288 208 RET an. s008 ua 5 gs “a2 959 905 ‘8.2460 z inrean9s = it Nias ina in-4900 sags vin nig a 351 wen 402 a0 203 700 a 40 Enerayfils 122412951368 Ten 1598 ‘Acouracy Load: NF A061964 gis; 2800 puta bs Hunting Load: B25: 390 fpi520 INDICATES MAXIMUM LOAD - USE CAUTION LOADS LESS THAN MINIMUM CHARGES SHOWN ARE NOT RECOMMENDED. 18.22-250 REMINGTON - SIERRA BULLETS 22-250 Remington, continued 224 50 pr. Semi-Pol Catige OAL: 2.320" 224 50 gr. Spitzer Cartage OAL: 2.350" 224 50 gr. Blitz Cartige OAL: 2880" 7S Hl 20.68 IMR-3031 40 M8 8 TR Ce AE Asin eaeAL isle ace SE NE SE, A260) %6, iMr895 49 960 VineNtas iMr-4084 M2350 358366 MRSS ae ee ee ‘nx2520 TLS SO cea LOR TUM oes CE Vinenta0 36396487 360 a a4 ars ae? o8m we a0 seg a0 405 418 432 446 728313601439 1520 1603 1658 ‘Accuracy Lond: IM 406435 8 gta 3700 pas20 bs Hunting Load: 59087 gr 9900 p09 bs INDICATES MAXIMUM LOAD- USE CAUTION LOADS LESS THAN MINIMIOM CHARGES SHOWA AFYE NOT RECOMMENDED 19-22-250 REMINGTON - SIERRA BULLETS 22-250 Remington, continued 20652 Maeaking PBT [|——- datas ON 2a 22453 gr. MatehKing HP (-———~- Cartidgo OAL: 2.350" —- Powder! Velocity = ier iMB-3058 3700 3800) Vint Nias; 4064 R520 ina 420 vine n40) i380 760 aso 41.0 Energylfls 1360. Accuracy Loads IMF-406421.1 gr; 9500 ps4) is Sierra does not recommend MatchKing bullets for hunting applications INDICATES MAxIMUMLOAD- USE CAUTION LOADS LESS THAN MINIMUM CHABIGES SHOWN ARE NOT RECOMMENDED. 20.22-250 REMINGTON - SIERRA BULLETS. Pez stele) ale Coleco et 22455 gr. Bite es Certdge Ont 2s anes ooh oS a 22455 gr. Spltzer Canridga OAL: 2.350" 22488 gr. PBT Cartidge OAL: 2.320" Powder 7 Veloely = FE: o 3500 36003700 290903 iin 8 ws saa 3 inaza20 748 ng 36.8 ine4008 ue 5 hana i408 wa AA2500 38s i820 sta Vint N40 37.0 ce at 367 aa ser a0 308 409 422 438 Tas 141) 149615821672 Accuracy Lon IM- 4064952 gr, 9000 p8206 os Hurting Lose: PaF- E084 6 gs: 9500 fp/IS82 ibs INDICATES MAXIMUM LOAD -USE CAUTION LOADS LESS THAN MINIMUM CHARGES SHOWIN ARE NOT RECOMMENDED. 2122-250 REMINGTON - SIERRA BULLETS 22-250 Remington, continued 224 60 gr. HP CCartge OAL: 2.950" “Powder 7 Velocity > —si00 3200 33003400350 raat 253.287 2a IMR-303 es 234 90.4 314 334 fat es aera ae 365 ‘AA2460_ 5 310 92.0, 35.0 aL) "3a sar 380 InMB4805 WA a4 92740059 OBS iBaoea ea EA “AE imR-4320 34 26 338 M9 360 ei Ax2520 Te ie ee oe ee Vin Ni40, 36 +29 M2 35a 0 337 38.1364 -OTT mo a1 aaa 40a 269384 aaa 40S B21 340 S747 an eT ArT ‘Accuracy Load Nt-18413.7 ge :400 fp/1940 1.5 Hunting Load: NF 4064347 ar 95002 be. INDICATES MAXIMUM LOAD- USE CAUTION LOADS LESS THAN MINIMUM CHARGES SHOWN ARE NUT RECOMMENDED, 22.22-250 REMINGTON - SIERRA BULLETS 22-250 Remington, continued 224 63 gr. Semi-Pointed Cantidge OAL: 2.950" —3000_ 3100300330000 3500 R262 are a 73628 S05 sis es 300311 a3 aa IR -4605 24 05 16 wo? a7 OAT iner-064 301 840320930 a40 350 wR-4320 Soa a9 9 935.0 ‘AA2520, 5 S17 92340 Vint N140 09 920 O14 #980 20 82 44 S56 _968 TORE S 36798737788 Vines a6 26 8 46 a6. EES 35496679992 aso g78 992405 4.8 Exersylfelbs,_____1259.__I3ud._1432__1523,__I617 1713 — ‘Accuracy Load: INF- 408453. 3900 fe/1529 be ‘unting Load: IMF 406404.0 gf 9200 pet toe A re eae eee Gattige OAL 2380" ——— “Powder ‘7 Velocity a0 3050 —si00 3159 —sa00 950 xcors 8a mug 9a 237 waa in aid ai? we aes ase sits seo ses AA-2700_ 33083. 3403: cS 7344s as ss Hae ssi a57 sea oa sts in-a950 st aa a8 58 Faso or) __s0a 98709287 Eneray lia) 1a 1 1501569 Tat ‘Accuracy Load: MF-AOGA/2 Sg 3150fp!1520 bs Storra does not recommend MatehKing bullets for hunting applications INDICATES MAXIMUM LOAD - USE CAUTION LOADS LESS THAN WINIMLUM CHARGES SHOWN ARE NOT RECOMMENDED, 23-22-250 REMINGTON - SPEER BULLETS This casic, long-range varmine ceuruidge started hie wildest Although there some question about who actualy vented the cirtsdige and when it occured, ‘urmint shooters all agree that the reault sno len han spectaculae Tn the 1930s a number of experimenters worked to develop a 22 caliber centerfire cartridge based. tn the efficient 250 Savage case, Alehough cach version was slightly Alifferent, the ballistic performance of these carly variants were similar JAE. Gebby trademarked the name "22 Varminter” for his versions other “wildcatrers” simply tacked on. the name of the parent cartridge and called the cartridge the 22-250, In 1965, Remington announced that ic would introduce the 22-250 as a factory cartridge, although some time earlier Browning offered bolt action rifles chambered for the ‘wildcat version Factory ammunition has 2 seminal weocny of 3650 fe/peo witha 55 rain bale alhough Federal ats 40 gain load at carly 4000 fee The 22-250 is effective on varmins to ranges Beyond 300 yards, Most les give exceptional securiy andthe 25- 250 every bit selective asthe Famed 230 Swiftcaide n tecnial performanes. Many telonders claim the 22-250 ales Engen! i than the Swi apt ese and fat Tica pai pee dr pais. Baey pyle the 22-280, The 22-250‘ also Peerieel rareuneceey Tine 70 pe emicspinee We pt eee ee ae Gav dernier iead etn Bellaire tae aie eee ee ‘Atbogh the 50 grin Speer INI fier eae ese fora elel a elite, eben tho can get 36003700 fee om the TAT ewrhone protaant Boe eee eee eat ee tnd tiveeens tobe theley near ining the TNT in 2 36, Aut age eset sally avilable, some 22-250 shooters st form tir own fom 308,30-06 or eaten cues capacity hah ctr) 0 260 ces tea outs shuld be edveed $1010 Deter and ested” Com i fade before the ertrdge wis ‘canard i peta dicagianal ‘adation inthe chambers Work De reat aaa “Tse lot do pox excel tne fear weap prec 000 = 24.22-250 REMINGTON - SPEER BULLETS [24720 (20% nd Sacer near ane 26 | | Dave [052% tL ons20 124 omy Le ro (848. 1GES6in (4226 mn. 919 (4250 Mox. Case Length: 1.830" Tost Firearm: Remington Mode! 700, Tiim-toLengtn: 1912" Case: BE Max. Car, Longth: 2.980" Primers; CC! 200, 250 CBS Sheliholder: #3 Comments: TNT butot not ecommerce for Barrel Lenath 24° velocities over 3400 fps. Twists 114" -224" Dia. 40 Grain |_22 ‘eat Barny 1 | Spire-SP: BatstcGeticwn | 0.144 COL Torts] 2235" pent Pt as] TOT7 39.0 4090[yq 400-3990], 3809000 Varget 350 3502/4320 36.0 5080|4064 3409980, iz 38.0 4038 380 3912 98.00 _9796 2460' 540 3488 |Rei2 950-403 Heo" 9803284 400 an7|,, 37.0 3010] 370__S748 Rets 380 344s |2500" 330 4982 |Haa5* 30 3280, 36.0 4025 3953067 |y_ 3608746 Hago5 340 e842 |7qg* 355 35/3031 2015, vin, 370 3958 42.0 sani [3.01979 SR Ni3s 330 stea|7gor 3803342 [4759 801681 ‘Nets: Gal po ersten maximum oad. Tey shld ba used wh eaulen. = Conpresad Lond on22-250 REMINGTON - SPEER BULLETS .228" bia. Ab Grain [iar Mone 555 S555 |ga0r SES SST Hanae _ 7 sT6s Hoi SE ne ee a Varget 335 9945 |74g* 9455170 |L.c(a) 852178 el asepmea ey ec HEGEL MUSTO ee oe 224" Dia. aenee. | Bese Sea a a ee ya 3703004 |,, 8060s], a0 3603] A oc scineant| eo mate Aaa Varget 225 5283| 760" 37.0 218 |7qgr 3405079 ete cinoma ts See, ee Nis 02291 Reta 2081 fou ofa) 990148 seg) Go Se |Meat Samad se Tome 26.22-250) REMINGTON - SPEER BULLETS, i | 224" Dia. 52 Grain Ey T satoma tt | “HP | HeBe ate Gntaea | 0.235 | 0.053 6.0. Tested | 2.350" | 2.850" 4 Sen artes] 1005 [1038 cua aaar 0c 9700 105 3507] 3031_ 9202261 Juggor 560 aioe |puaagy 485 3055, 0378 Lan 165 aera 74g 34.0 est |N140 wes 368 5 Hage 925 Rets Bs pana ind 75 2460" 92.5 N135 360 0s 3607 3502826 Varget 32.0 2338760" _ 965 _s120 so s1a Noe S34 er cris madrunlos, Tesi aedwineain, Go Dirore 27.22-250 REMINGTON - SPEER BULLETS 224" ‘55 Grain seta SaaS ete Conse | 0.285, COL Tasos | 2.350" Brae Par tx | “1087 once _WLG._ ee Pondec WG Malle Pandy mG, va un 3609668 503690 360 3856 | 30313208132 |H4p95 320 st04 |re2 320050 aa 9809862] i,, 7.09502 395 369 2aco* 220 cies |N140__ 3303134 |760" 955 2020 3803058 36.0 3552 |yyq S80 O42 74g" 340 S057 |Haa5r 3209081 Jays 3102009, 360655 |,, 940 476 |e 40.00 9405 Varget 320 2260 |2520" m0 2072 |4350 380 2012 2002638 |iyq 9509467 [a 13.0 2002 H380* 38.0 3143 |4064 2.0 7000 4759 11.0 1608 es a a er.22-250 REMINGTON - SPEER BULLETS Yara] 2.990 Span Parto] 1058. 330 3300 / so7e[,, 02968 Hat4e 350” 2888 |4064 27S |2agor 2702628 an SP 888 N 3068 2930 4320 310 2701 |N140 280 2080|Re12 270-2578, 300 3135 32.0 3082 310 2008 mR ime. | 48313502727 |4g95 780287 |Hag5* 27.0886 ma 22068128 Jyy, 920018 ],, «900208 4350340 2751/3031 2802811 |asa0* 26.0 244i 3703088 S580 [aero 150 7058 Hag0" 3302651 |7agr 28.5 2885|q759 1901717 Fo: Gp done nina ade Thay aba Used wi caufon —G= Congres oa toon Par sae ws oma.-22-250 REMINGTON - LYMAN BULLETS Reloading Data Introduction: ‘The data listed in this section have been tested by our technisians and found t be safe when loaded wil our test components and ied (ender our Isbortory controlled conditions) in our testing equipment. Since Lyman Produets Corporation has no control aver the manufacture of the various ccomponcns listed, the actual loading, choice or condition ofthe firearms and ‘components used, no eapoasibily for use of ths data is implied or assumed. Componen "The reader should bear in mind thatthe components listed are not of Lyman manufacture. Therefore, itis impossible that production changes aifecting ballistic performance can occur st any time without our krowedge. there is ever a question as to the eorreiness of the component specified, vwite to its manufacturer. Staring Load: TEs essential tha the reader begin with the suguested weight of powder listed in this bracket and work up slowly (following load development precautions) to his best performing load. The novice should use only the "stating load” for a period of time uni he builds confidence and experience. [Never deerease this charge as sn increase in pressure could be encountered. ‘Maximum Load: Al Toads which are listed as maximum were tested and classified as, maximum by ove technicians in accordance with our laboratory standards Under no circumstances should these loads be exeeeded, nor should they be quilly accopted by the reador as a safe working maximum for his particular rifle or pistol. ‘Many rloaders misinterpret the mesning ofthe "maximum loud.” They wrongly assume that if high pressure load proved safe in atest kboratory then itis equally safe under any and all conditions. ‘This is not true. The reader must slat with the *sartng load” and work up his load carefully Working with his purtcular fiscarm and componcat combination, he may cncauntes signs of excess pressure before he reaches the maximim charge liste, ‘Tho techician lasifies& load as meximum aftr carefilly considering many aspects of its balsti performasce. The maximum average pressure Of the load is not the only criteria, Often load having an cccepable maximum average pressure wil be rejected (oF reduced) dic to its erratic performance. Accuracy must also be considered, paricularly when dealing With cast lad ally bullets. Tall nstances, the maximum listing represents what our technicians consider to be the maximum working combination for the bullet, powder and caliber listed. These loads do not exceed SAAMI standards Accuracy Loads ‘When load is noted as such in the date tables proper, it meats thatthe given combination of components produced the most uniform internal ballistics of any lon tested uizing that particular bullet design 30-22-250 REMINGTON - LYMAN BULLETS Unless noted in “Comments,” the accuracy loed was not fred at targets, ‘The load, however, does have a high potential~essumming all external factors ate optimun—for producing outsuinding eccuracy since uniform internal ballsties are critical to accuracy on target. You cannot have ane without the other. Test Parameters: Velocities shown were taken at fileen fect and not corrected to the muzzle Each test string began with a clean dry barrel and consisted of ten shots. Loxds exhibiting erratic internal ballistics were not persued. ‘We had no problem with leading in any of our testing, Bullets: Bullet numbers are listed in the introductory specications for each cartridge and in the headline above the appropriate data block-along with an ‘lustrtion ofthat particular bullet. Please note these bullets are artists’ rendering. Compariag your bullet against the drawing could reveal minor differences, Furthermore, minor changes are sometimes made to bullets, These drawings, which’ appear Uhroughout the data sections, are for general reference only and are not intended to be a procite representation. Bullet alloy is noted as is the exact weight of each tested bullet Not all cast bullets within a given caliber are intended to perform ‘equally. We have used them in the most appropriate chambering. ‘We have limited our testing to those powders which are manufactured in the United States and which are readily available to the consumer, The following brands are listed: Dupont (now IMR), Winchester, Hercules, ‘Alcan, Hodgdon and Gearhart Owen, Compressed Loads: ‘All compressed loads are indicated with a +, Depending upon the volume of the specific cartridge case used by the reader, he may, or may not, hhave difficulty stating bullets in such loads. the bulle: will not stat, reduce the loud suliienty 5 nt 1/10" of spc remains in the cate neck, Stat the let into the case and use whatever additional pressure is required ta fully souihe bull? Bases comply could result ina bulged ease Filler Wads: Dacron filler wads in the form of 1/4-inch thick batting were used in conjunction with cast bullet louds, where indicated, This material cen be purchased in most yard-goods stores, It should be eut into squares, which seal the case. ‘When developing a load, ifa wad is desired, its should be used from the beginning as the charge weight is increased, It should never be added gs an afterthought, onec a maximum load has been established, since its presence could result in a pressure increase of 2,000 CUP or more. 31-22-250 REMINGTON - LYMAN BULLETS COMMENTS: - This is one of the best choices for a long range 22 caliber varmint rifle. Accuracy is generally excellent and its fat trajectory ‘makes hitting email tergets easier — even up to 200 yards, Jacketed bullets of 50 grains or heavier are best. First recom. ‘mandation on powder would be Hodadon H380. In fact, a charge (of 36.0 grains with a 55 grain bullet has become legendary. It began when Bruce Hodadon first tried it and found itso accurate that hie named the powder after the 38.0 grain charge — H380, The data lised are intended only for siandard chambers as ‘manufactured to current industry specifications. Early chambers ‘marked 22-250 or Varminter may dlfer from current standards by ‘a substantial amount, tothe point that this data may prove unsafe in such firearms, Cast bullet #225646 at about 2,100 fs. is the best choice for lead bullet use in this cartridge, as it isin several other 22 caliber cartridges..22-250 REMINGTON - LYMAN BULLETS TEST COMPONENT: Winchester eve 1.902" Winchester 814-120 Primer Size Lyman Shell Holder .. Cast Bullets Used "Gas Check Bullet #225107, 37 gr, #225438, 41 gr. #225415, 45 er. 9225462, 54 gr. #225646, 65 gr TEST SPECIFICATIONS: (Velocity & Pressure) Firearm Used «. Universal Receiver Barrell Length oa" Twist sons Ld’ Groove Diameter mar #225107 BE azar. 2 Alloy) 2.195" OAL Sugg. Nig a Starting Velocity Pressure Load Veloc POWDER Grains fps C.U.P. Grains fps Eas 206519800 ‘Grom Da 76228017, 100 si ae = Tn rere sls Ses sires 80 9 SIR AAS MRT 150044 ae ae Note: Loads shown in shaded panels are maximum. * Designates potentially most accurate load, 33.22-250 REMINGTON - LYMAN BULLETS rmesaze BS ator. ee ato e.cce oA. Starting Velocity Pressure POWDER Grains fps U.P, __ Grains RedDot 72 2078 17,100 a5 pana 70x 7.0202 17.1008 368901000 ‘Green Dot 7.5 2050 15,400. 100.2413 90,000 PB 1s 1997 17,100 5 tT 30,000 2362 24as, 2090 2807 2045 SR76% 75 1982 15,400 SR4756 80 1936 15,400 630. SR-ATSS IMR-4227 2a 2t74 2764 18,800 eens ee sos eo Sugg. Starting Velocity Prossuro POWDER Grains fps CW. ‘RedDot 7.2 —*1981_—_-22,800 700X 7.9 1850 18,000 Green Dot__7.5 _1992___21,000 PB 75 1920 18,000 SR7625 8.01981 20,400 SRATSS 8.0198 4402308 SR4759 145 2176 13,000 | 19,0. 28207" 28,800 IMR4198 1692173 _+12,100 748 223 2175 13,600 ZA 2061 23,0 285-2814 21,500 Note: Loads shown in shaded panels are maximum. 34.22-250) REMINGTON - LYMAN BULLETS *225462 S4 gp., (#2 alloy) 2.347" OAL Sugg. Na eS Starting Velocity Pressure _ Lo: POWDER Grains fps CUP. Grains RedDot 7.0 1828—21,000 95 tM Tox 75 1937_—298,400 8.0 2a Green Dot 7.0 1828 21,000 400. 236 PB. 80 1880 27,000 95. SR7625 85 1955 30,500 10. pee SR-A756 85 1995 189N0 2 108. 7on7 38.50 ‘SRA759 145-2154 15,700 20.0 2813 IMR4227 156 2156 13,800 2041 168 29 2206. 2811 25,800 i) i) #225646 Ls 3) SS gr., (#2 alloy) 2.950" OAL Suga. Si Starting Velocity Pressure POWDER Grains fps CUP. "EG eatie toe Red Dot 77 4797 __—-2,100 £404 265 700K 80 1887 24,500. it Groen Dot 62 1862 23,200 115 238299,700- PB 80 1892 27.300 11.0 2128 98,900" SRG 92 1905. SRA7S6 102 1986 26,700 12.6. SR 165 2218 185 IMRa227 165 2274 —-23,500_-24.0 IMR4198 185 2172 18400 = 246.2813. 97,100 748 85 7360 19,000 “3100 36,000 Note: Loads shown in shaded panels are maximum 35.22-250 REMINGTON - RCBS BULLETS Gun: Remington Model 700 Barrel: 24” Twist: 1-14 Cases: W- Primors: CCI 200, *260 22.055-N We. 57 GR. oi Dia. .224" Lube: Rifle wae wo 8a 70 Sane Re tte ise m3 130 a3 on aoa tos vam _4198 nota 1801617 so. ame ead wo ime PB fois a 730188 es 1a a9 i1o__jen__Red Dot 3s im-22-250 REMINGTON - HODGDON POWDERS Pera) The ever-popular 22-250 Remington was the product of experiments with the 250-3000 Savage ease necked down to hold 8 inch bullets. Jerry Gibby necked it to 224 inch and called it the 22: Varminter. Remington commercialized it in 1965. For long-range varmint work, the 22-250 with 50 (0 55 grain bullets is capable of making consistent hits out to 500 yards — if the shooter knows the range and can dope the wind. Virtually anyone who makes rifles make varmint tig of soi sort or another, be it heavy barrels, fluted barrels, synthetic stocks, laminated stocks or plain-vanilla walnut. ‘The common denominator is that they all tend to shoot well enough to be called “varmint” nlles ~ or capable of holding five shots inside 5 joc at 100 yards with a variety of bullet weights and loads. In short, minute of angle accuracy ~ sub-one inch - is routine with the 22-250 Remington, VARGET is a fine powder in the 22-250 Remington, as are H380, H414 and Hdg95 with standard 55 grain bullets, ange 28" ostern tobe | tbe conn nt mt I sian (2540 nnd PN eooe i (4226 mu tz 4838 om ——-| Perc) Be ent 37.22-250 REMINGTON - HODGDON POWDERS Ld STARTING LOADS MAXIMUR! LORDS | POWDER RS, VEL, PRESSURE _GRS. VEL. PRESSURE ‘BULLET. 4068. NOS BT DIA. 224" C.04L 2.350" Hela 380 sg600GUP 4.0 3933 47,100 CUP Hse 20 34500 CUP 41.0 3885 39200 CUP VARGET as 43400 CUP 295 4135 51,100 CUP 896 340 400 CUP 37.0 4080 48700 CUP BULLER 45GR. BAR YET DIA, 224" Cou 2340 hai 380 402000UP 44.0 399 47,300 CUP 380 330 S700 CUP 410 383943500 CUP VARGET 350 46000 CUP 380 3214900 CUP BL-cia) 320 42600 CUP 350 3028 49.100 CUP 5 35 4400 CUP 345 3308 48500 CUP 4895 30 aegoncur 370 3018 4900 CUP zz 310 4400 CUP 325 3720 48500 CUP BULLET: 50GR. SIESP DIA. 224" Col 2350" 360 390 43.500 CUP 420 3579 48900 CUP aia 370 41,400CUP 40.0 3765 48,900 CUP 380 aiyopcur 410 374245300 CUP 4 4300 CUP 375 3834 S0,400 CUP aso CUP 345 3740 48.400 CUP 44,00 CUP 245 3753 48,700 CUP 5 aon cur 365 3827 50200 CLP 300 4200 CUP 320 3528 50300 CUP BULLER: 52 GR. HOY A‘HAX DIA. 228" COL 2.350" Hag50 290 43,000 CUP 419 3557 49,400 CUP Hata 370 2 400 3692 4900 CUP eo 0 38 4103717 48300 CUP vARGET 340 45,500 CUP 36.0 3784 50,900 CUP BL-c(a) 310 agoon cup 340 370249700 CUP 335 a0 43200CUP 335 367 49200 CUP i 5 44400 CUP 55 372949500 CUP Haz 290 45500CUP 310 340848900 CUP ‘BULLET, 85 GR. SPR SP DIA. 22a" COL 230 #4350 aro 46400 CUP 390 3499 4700 CUP Hat4 380 ago cur 390 3582 48700 CUP 360 80 gaan cur 419 3783 700 CUP \VARGET 340. 46,100 CUP 355 3564 50,400 CUP ALC) 310 43.600 CUP 340 3606 49500 CUP He 305 44400 CUP 330 3589 54,400 CUP 4895 325 000 CUP 355 3670 49300 CUP ewe 280 46200 CUP 300 348 49300 CLP-22-250 REMINGTON - HODGDON POWDERS Gleetser i ene ‘STARTING LOADS MAXIMUM LOADS SRS, VEL. PRESSURE _GRS. BULLET: 69 GRE SIEGE Se DAES 4360 350 3210 45400CUP 380 tata 350 3062 <9200CUP 380 a0 380 3208 ée 000 CUP a5 YVARGET 5 3039 sas00CUP 340 Haas 318 17 aTa00CUP 340 50.400 CUP BULLET 70 GA’ SPHISP SESS Ree eee 360 30! 41,A00CUP 380 3187 47,500 CUP 350 2978 42 0OCUP 380 te) 50.300 CUP. 340 3007 44a00 CUP 380 3129 49.600 CUP. 310 2860 42000CUP 340 att 49.400 CUP 330 3005 45200CUP 350 3Ye1 51.500 CUP VARGET 235 3006 44700 CUP 320 31% 50.300 CUP Hes 230 2933 | 44000CUP 315 3166 50,700 CUP NEVEREXcEED MAXIMUM LOADS. 39.22-250 REMINGTON - HODGDON POWDERS -22-250 REMINGTON Bullet Diameter: 224 Barrel: 24° HODGDON POWDER STARTING LOADS, MAXIMUM LOADS, BULLET POWDER GAS, POWDER VEL cur. Hagos 200 2218, 4193 140° ine 4227 11.0 1953 NEVER excep MaximUM LOADS. SHOOTER'S LOG 40.22-250 REMINGTON - ACCURATE POWDERS Introduction ‘Therehas been are-evaluation ofthe erteria for selecting data for inclusion. This means there will be seme disagreement with previous data, The data inthis guide takes precacence aver all prior publications. Previous editions of this loading guide should be discarded, Forinstance, we lett out load combinations that were ‘position sensitive’. This is what accurs when the load density 8 low. Velocity withthe powder a the bullet is different from the valocity wth the powder athe primer. More ofthese were noted withthe ball propeliants than with the extruded propeliants. Inlightofthe growth of PSC shooting, 38 Super Autoloadsthat make the ‘majo’ ciassification bullet weight x velocity = 175,000) are identified. While we have tested many combinations of, ‘components in 3mm Luger la allempt im maat ‘major requires ‘ments, we have not been able find a load that makes the power floor for major’ without exceeding SAAMI pressure recomman- dations, And while we were able lo find loads for 38 Super Auto, they were not with lighter bullets. Turn to the data secion for specific deta. Inthe charge tables, the START: charge listed for each load is ‘ursuggested beginning point with the componentslisted, There is the possiblity that changing the named components could ‘cause the maximum charge to be excessive, thus a reduction of the charge would be necessary. Some balctas af miltarybrass ‘may require reducing the maximum charge by 8-12% te Keep ‘chamber pressure in ne I you find signs of excessive pressure while using loads in this loading guide, STOP TESTING and verify all data and loading procedures. f they seem to bein order, check with our fab facility before proceeding, ‘Charge weights wore obtained using industry standard pres: sure barrels. When time permitted, off-the-shelf weapons were Used fo obiain velocity figures. The guns used are nated Ii eloading, the prime concern should always be SAFETY. ‘Always wear eye protection when reloading, even when working with the ‘non-volatile’ components. Always keep the reloading trea clean. Never have more than ane propellant within easy each at any given time. Avoid having similar looking bullets of different weights on the bench atthe same time, Read thesatety notes before loading ‘We have nat found magnum primers to offer any particular ‘advantage with our handgun powders. But, there are some rile Cartridges whore they were used. Handgun loads using the slower powders (No.7, No. and 1680) require heavy crimp and high bullet pull to insure consis: tency - particulary with cast bulet loads or in extremely cold weather. Be sure your dies are capable of this, otherwise the consistency of the load will be affected, Inthe text, bullet weights for cast bullets - identifi by (L} are actual weights, not the nominal weights,.22-250 REMINGTON - ACCURATE POWDERS Originally based onthe Savagecase the ‘America's nos populae fwildeat varmint and enheat cartridges fom he mid 10505 ll te “adoption by amingtn in 905abafaeloyeattrdge nly niles chambered forthe 22.250 are avaliable from almost every male ee ree, While nat expable ofthe veuelties produced bythe 220 Swi the 22.250 ea wll balanced 2 varmint cartridge The data forthe Sierra 80 HPBT i for sue aly wits rifles witha "as eet” Borel The SAAMI Maximum Average Protaue forthe 22.250 f 65,000 FS Err nc 42-22-250 REMINGTON - ACCURATE POWDERS.22-250 REMINGTON - ALLIANT POWDERS Gel CASE: WINCHESTER. REL: 2 PRIMER: WINCHESTER LR BULLET, 45.GR. SPR SP- iA. 220" co. 2sae AELODER 12 355 4760 59400 PS! BULLET S0 en HOY SP DIAZ" C.0.L 2.980" RELODER 12 ‘M3 3575 58400 PS! ‘BULLET, 55 GR. HOY SP DIAS 224 COL 2350 ELODER 15 353° 3625 6900 PS! AELODER 12 933 3425 59200 PSI BULLET 60 GA. HOY SP DIAL 226 G0. 2.350" RELODER 19 410 3510 57300 PSL RELODER 15 3A? 3485 59400 PSL FRELODER 12 325 290 58500 PSI NEVER excep MAximUM LOADS. 44,-22-250 REMINGTON - IMR POWDERS CASE: REMINGTON BULLET S0GR: sie SP re 0.0. 2.960" Ip 4300, s7o0 53,000 CUP IM 4054 3145 52,100 CUP IM 4805, S765 52,700 CUP IMR 3031 3785 52.700 CUP EMR continaeo ‘STARTING LOADS MAXIMUM LOADS SRS. VEL. PRESSURE _GRS. _VEL._ PRESSURE BULLET: 55 GR, REN SP C0. 2.360 sn 4320 3540 cur IR 4054 3625 52500 CUP af a605 3645 53.000 CUP TR 3031 3840 53.000 CUP NEVER exceen maximum Loaps. NOTICE = — | The information presented is based upon results obtained in our ballistics laboratory. Sate loading practices should he observed at ‘all times. Since IMR Powder Cormpany has no control over the circumstances of loading, we assume no lability for the results ‘obtained, and we guarantee only that our powder meets Our | manutacturing standards. 45.22-250 REMINGTON - SCOT POWDERS 33.0 grains - 37.0 grains i 50 grin FMJ f 5 50 grain EMI 31.0 grains 55 grain FM 3, 165 | fps 35.0 grains = 2-55 grain FM. 3,650 fps 3,045 fps 3,545 fps.» 30.0 grains 60 grain FMJ + 34.0.erains 60 grain FMI. 170 fps | 3,550 fps 60 grain FMI 3,035 fps + 60 grail 3 a 46.22-250 REMINGTON - WINCHESTER POWDER: BULLET: 46 GR. WIN OPE DiA,.22e" 6.0. 2.360" MAX 760 41.0 3850 49.000 cuP 748 368 3815 £0000 CUP BULLET: 50R, vatt PSP DIA..224" (0. 2.360" MAX’ 335 3700 49.00 cUP 350 3660 S000 CUP BULLET £9 GR. Wan HP DIA. 22" C.0.L. 2550" MAK: 780 386 3585 46500 CUP BULLET: 55 GR. Win SP DIA. 22" 0.0. 2.380 MAK. 260 390 3675 49000 CUP 748 348 3500 49.500 CUP NEVER excep Maximum Laps, WARNING = ee ee a Winchester makes no warranties express or implied, limited or ful; specitically cisclaim any and all warranties articuler purpose and merchantability; and speciticaly ofsclaim | any and alt tiabiity tor consequential damages of any kind whatsoever. Failure to comply with these warnings or to use this data exactly as shown may result in accidents with Selous injury and/or death to the shooter andor bystanders. 47.22-250 REMINGTON - VIHTAVUORI POWDERS .22-250 Remington tos ‘IP mat. dimensions in mitimetres, SAAML inches [saa : 1193 550 a6 255" Country of origin: usa Year of introduction: 1965 Primer: Large Rifle Max. bullet diameter: 5.70 mm (224") Max. cartridge length: 58.69. mm (2.280%) ‘Max. shell length: 448.56 mm (1.912"), trim to 48,40 mm (1.902") Max. CIP pressure: 350 MPa ($0800 psi) Max. SAAMI pressure 53000 CUPI65000 “The cartridge originally stared as a wikicat in the 1920's. The orginal parent cartridge wes Savago.250-9000 necked dawn to.22calbre, which ‘explans the name, Today 22-250 Fam. s so popular that nobody needs to foum shells from other calibre brass any more. The components are availabla from several manufacturers, This is anex-benchrestand acurren! good varmintcartidge usable up to 250 meters. Some say even 300 m, but this combination lakes & ‘marksman behind the but, an accurate rifle and a goad scope on top. 20-250 Remington's heraldedby many, and the generous offring in both factory cartridges and rifle chamberings seams to augment the ‘opinion. When one recognized writer says that this the best belanced and most flexible of he high powared 22 centerires", one has fe agree thatthe general public's opinion seemsto have followed the writer dees. 22-250 Rem. Isa fine careidge astongasitis kept in mind thatwe are shooting 4 22 calibre lightweight bulet, The bullet is usually al fragile Construction, ine terminal energy fades away with the distance, and wind iit certainty a factor o consider. \W recommend medium burning rats powders, fromN130 6 N40 for this calla, 48-22-250 REMINGTON - ViHTAVUORT POWDERS 22-250 Remington TEST COMPONENTS: Test barr 580 mm (22,1 in 14” twist, manufactured to meot IP ‘minimum dimensions. Primers: Vitavuori No. 68 Cases: Sako, rim-to length 48.30 mm (1.902 Reloading Data, English Units: Ea ‘Bull [ Powder, Stating Load. ~iaximam Lood Wag] Type | Mg. OAL | Type |-Weeit |Vaociy| Posse) Waly | — int | | tgs) | te ‘Siaer | Speer 239 sia) a0 was | ast | eno | a7 se || a0] mi za | wn | o100} sis sos. | st | aetoo | sua wt | ama] onoo | a2 sod | 25 | aca ano | 515-| arma sas | sits | smo sue | si | sr ai7_| ame [somo 22 | ar | sro 28. | 276 | sino | sas’ | a7 | sro si_| 23 | smo INDICATES MAXIMUM LOAD - USE WITH CAUTION! LOADS LESS THAN MINIMUM CHARGES SHOWN ARE NOT RECOMMENDED les|_|_iosi_| azz00 | 345 Sites] see | | | ve | ima 290 | 8 test | siera 206 49.22-250 REMINGTON (ES BULLET! The 2-250 was a wildcat favorite for sears before it was adopted as a factory round by Remington in 1965. Basically itis a 250-3000 Savage case necked down fo accept a 224” bullet (with T some minor shoulder changes). Itis the | standsed long range varmint cartridge, being almost as popular as the .223, 1568 BULLET DROP COMPARISON Wi200 Yard Zero sam [O0Yarals BULLET ENERGIES sooo MMB 216 HB 200 yoo 1600 50-22-250 REMINGTON - BARNES BULLETS 22-250 Remington rey seo Se WINT4B 32.5 34 BS | 3888 {Sagi Sole, eee FL2 320° 3471 &Q ———e —— 50-grain XFB BLOR 295 8256335 SD, 2 AC. 260 M335 «31.0 8327 95.0. 9756 H4895 925 24273653849 VARG 930 a379 47.0 s7e2 z ‘¥ Oo too, sts! aie, ee ‘ IMcost 900 3623 96.0.” 3768 Tee ee 0-4 Sel Masso $19_ssse_ seo arse “SSS npICATES MAXIMUM LOAD — USE CAUTION LOADS Less THAW NINIMUM CHARGES SHOWN ARE NOT RECOMMENDED. 51.22-250 REMINGTON - BARNES BULLETS 22-250 Remington = S8-grain XEB SD. 151 BC, 201 se 4505 3813 ‘Supe Bale Use ‘Haas ae aria hi eo nM IMRa835 31.0 IMRAQ64 31.5 imras20_ 3200 wiN74s 30.5 WIN?60 36.8 3331 AA2230 30.5 3043, LIZ 90.0 3223 RLis 31.0 9285 350 S82 mDIcATES MAXIMUM LOAD — USE CAUTION LOADS LESS THAN MIMUMUM CHARGES SHOMN ARE NOT RECOMMENDED,Hodgdon PB, IMR Co. “Vitewuor Winshesier ‘Nod, Accurate Arms ‘SR 7625, IMR Co. 231, Winchester UNIQUE, Aliant "UNIVERSAL, Hod Power Pistol, Alliant /N330, Vila AERCO, A WSF, Winchester NAO, Viktayiort “HISKOR 800-X, IMR Co. ‘SR47E6, INR Co, ison BLUEDOT, Allin: ‘No. 7, Accursie Arms ‘Alliant Bigs ee Se PA aoe an Foo he ae eee eee‘This is a unique aren manual. 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