Thread: 223 on deer

Last evening. 292 yds. 74 Targex.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LbzNCmAKRgc

The range adjusted red aiming dot doesnt show on the screen. It was half way between the cross hair and the brisket, and thats where the bullet struck.

Originally Posted by Tahr

Last evening. 292 yds. 74 Targex.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LbzNCmAKRgc

The range adjusted red aiming dot doesnt show on the screen. It was half way between the cross hair and the brisket, and thats where the bullet struck.

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How do you think the 74's would go pushed hard (3300-3400) in a 9 twist? are they any shorter than a 75 eldm? I have come to the conclusion that mine just doesn't stabilse the 75 eldm's properly

Originally Posted by makka

How do you think the 74's would go pushed hard (3300-3400) in a 9 twist? are they any shorter than a 75 eldm? I have come to the conclusion that mine just doesn't stabilse the 75 eldm's properly

Im using them in a 1:9. Velocity 2,950 and they perform excellently. Very accurate and kill well. Your high velocity might pull their penetration back a bit but I wouldn't have any concerns.
Let me know if you would like a few to try. Ive got plenty here.

Originally Posted by makka

How do you think the 74's would go pushed hard (3300-3400) in a 9 twist? are they any shorter than a 75 eldm? I have come to the conclusion that mine just doesn't stabilse the 75 eldm's properly

Is it possible to push them that fast in a 223? Factory 73gr ELD-Match are only going 2555fps out of our 16 inch.

First deer with the 223. Blue bin for reference. Only a tiny one. Red orphaned fawn. Still a good learning experience for the kids in shooting and guiding someone in across a valley on walkie talkies. 185m with the 73gr ELD-Match.

Originally Posted by Springy

Is it possible to push them that fast in a 223? Factory 73gr ELD-Match are only going 2555fps out of our 16 inch.

I have about 20gn more powder behind it
@Tahr that would be much appreciated, I will flick you a pm in the morning

Originally Posted by Springy

Is it possible to push them that fast in a 223? Factory 73gr ELD-Match are only going 2555fps out of our 16 inch.

I'm getting 2780 with the 73 ELDM out of a 16 inch T3.

Originally Posted by rimubay

I'm getting 2780 with the 73 ELDM out of a 16 inch T3.

That's a lot faster than through our Howa!

Originally Posted by Springy

Is it possible to push them that fast in a 223? Factory 73gr ELD-Match are only going 2555fps out of our 16 inch.

My mates Tikka 22" - factory 73gr eldm @ 2725fps