gramps. Sign up for a new account in our community. But the Superformance that is sold with Hodgy's name on it, was geared around the 30-06 cartridge. Messages. Jaclyn has also taken up Extreme Long Range matches, including King of Two Miles in New Mexico, where she placed 14th out of 80 invited competitors. Likely it . We manufacture Partition, AccuBond, E-Tip, Ballistic Tip, Custom Competition and much more. Their chart also showed some of the IMR and Reloader powders to be the worst with some more than 100 fps difference due to temps. Zach, a resident of McCook, Nebraska, started shooting trap and hunting when he was 10. Powders include Hodgdon increments, watching closely for preasure signs. In the last several years I have really focussed on the PRS, ELR, and NRL Hunter. There's likely a reason for no data for 270 wsm but they will know. Well I am not one to be deterred so I went on with it and found it to be extremely accurate and the velocity would blow your mind. 7 x 57. i didnt think they made the superformance for the big guns yet. Hornady Superformance SST Rifle Ammunition 20 Round Box. 2 issues: 1) Load data is from 63gr to 68gr, that is a lot of bullets to shoot. Subscribe to the free newsletter and do not miss any news or promotions. Tenring, I missed the part of your post about purchasing a 300 WSM but the rest of my post still stands. Those speeds that you mention can easily be topped by RL 17. SO, anybody loaded the 270 WSM with Superformance yet? Although her family hobby was horse shows and barrel racing, her father introduced her to USPSA in high school. Superformance 51.5 2762 57.2 3082 H4831SC 54.3 2736 60.3C 3018 IMR 4831 50.1 2712 55.6C 3009 Supreme 780 52.4 2715 58.2C 3026 Powder Minimum Maximum Charge (grains) Velocity (fps) Charge I am still using the Hornady 7th Ed and the Nosler #6. tests small arms almost exclusively; it is ordinarily omitted from the English translation of the name.) Not that I have found yet. 270 WSM 145 gr ELD-X Precision Hunter . Reloader Rejoice. Hailing from the Kansas City-area, Jaclyn is a rifle shooter specializing in precision rifle shooting. In 2016, Phillip was nominated for Scout Sniper Instructor of the Year for his meticulous instruction that resulted in institutional changes in the training of Marine Scout Snipers in both formal schools and unit level training. I also get excellent results with 140 AB, 140 Berger and 150 Bergers with a 26" brux and Magpro. . It will safely duplicate and often exceed the .270's original ballistics. . In the 330 Dakota for a 225 grain TTSX bullet, Hodgdon lists 84 grains of H4831. In Stock. Pros: Efficient and flat shooting cartridge with bullet weights that aren't terrible on the shoulder. Copyright 2000-2023 24hourcampfire.com, Inc. All Rights Reserved. We fired at least (3) 4 shot groups of every type, and shot more of the ones that looked better. Is there really all that much difference in velocity and hitting power? Here you will find load data for some of the most recent cartridges on the market, with more being added each week. I'll use the 300 WSM when I have to get something fast and flat across the pasture but I just like a 270 and love the performance of 130 and 140 .277" bullets on deer sized game. Posts: 588 Hornady just . .270 WSM.270 Winchester.270 Weatherby Magnum. I would like to use superformance in my 22 inch barrel 308 win with 150-165gr bullets. Superformance doesn't give the same results for every cartridge. Find the ratio for the 300wsm and apply it to the 270WSM? Nick Harvey is one of the world's most experienced and knowledgeable gun writers, a true legend of the business. I can look in my Hornady books when I get home. RJ338 said: I think you would be very impressed with Magpro powder, it really works w/140 accubonds in my. Great care has been given by Hornady engineers to develop superior, match-accurate hunting loads that allow the ELD-X bullet to achieve its maximum . It's going to be hard to beat RL-17 for the 270 wsm. All I really have for data is the advertising but Hodgdon has touted their Extreme powders for years as the most temperature tolerant of all powders averaging less than 5-10 fps difference in temps from 0 - 125 degrees. I asked the same question about SF in a .260 and got less than favorable results. />To develop a load one can use the relative burn rate chart on the Hodgdon web site. Ryan and Dianna continue to not only compete, but train and film all over the country. So I started with a moderate load for H4831 from the Nosler #6 manual and worked up in 1/2gr. JavaScript is disabled. Superformance doesn't give the same results for every cartridge. Does Hodgdon list the pressure for that load? That's only my experience. I recently picked up a pound of the Hornady Superformance powder to try out. When Wyatts not hunting or fishing he loves competing in rodeos and roping off of his horse, General. Where's the lead? in a Mod 70 22in. She has also competed for the USA in two Pan-American Shotgun matches and the 2015 IPSC World Shotgun Ladies team that brought home gold! In the 330 Dakota for a 225 grain TTSX bullet, Hodgdon lists 84 grains of H4831. I have not used 780, I saw that there is load data for it for the .270 and I saw that it has a slower burning rating then H4831. It provides very good accuracy and velocities to match factory loads in a lot of cartridges. His last three years of service were spent at the 1st Marine Division Scout Sniper School as the Primary Marksmanship Instructor. The Hornady Superformance loads I chronographed averaged 3,070 fps. Steve, I can't say if the SF powder will work or not in the .270. Brian now competes in both the PRS and NRL Pro series. You can see their data here. In addition, she is also an outdoor writer and photographer, as well as a national seminar speaker. I hunt in Oklahoma, Tennessee, and occasionally some other places and the temps realistically do range from late winter hunts well below freezing to early fall hunts in the 90's and there is enough to worry about when hunting so the last thing I want to think about is my powder being too cold or too warm. I actually found two handloads that were posted in a reloader forum on another site and I might try those (starting way low of course and working up) but they both posted loads for 130grain bullets with one using 67.2 grains of powder and the other used 65.5 grains for velocities that were 3210 and 3170 respectively. Rifle Data. of Varget as a maximum load @ 3200 F.P.S. Average velocity was 3001 f.p.s. 2010 Elk Hunt 5x5 Bull with X-Bolt 270 WSM. Presses. I can get 3230fps with the 130gn InterBond in my .270 WSM which means that Hornady should be able to equal that with a Superformance load for the .270 WSM. I doubt they're using Superformance Powder in the .30/06 load. All rights reserved. 270 WSM: 270 WSM LOAD DATA: TWIST 1: 10: PRIMER: BARREL LENGTH: 28: BULLET WEIGHT: BULLET TYPE: SEAT DEPTH: PROPELLANT: GR: FPS: 136: Peregrine RangeMaster Bullet: S 385: Start gr: Start FPS: Opt gr: 58.00: Opt FPS: 3150: Max gr: Max FPS: Disclaimer: Reloading can be dangerous as equipment differs and our published data can not take into . Brian spent three years in Spokane as a Zag until his baseball career was cut short by a tragic plane accident that took the lives of his parents and younger sister. Be sure to follow case length and overall length recommendations for the cartridge/bullet combination. Address: xxl-reloading.com, Gartenweg 9, 83661 Lenggries, Germany. Handloaders that have called Hodgdon have received nothing but stern warnings from them that they should not attempt to load for cartridges which they have no published data for. Well we are going out this afternoon and I will let you all know what I find out. I will say the same Barnes non-lead factory ammo shoots great from my .243, but the Tika and .270 much prefer the factory GMX. They are impressed by the light recoil and how cheap it is compared to buying new AA shells for practice or matches. At 400 yards the .270 WSM has 4 inches less drop while at 300 both shoot flat enough to for a dead-on hold when sighted in 3 inches high at 100 yards. Dies. Bullets in the 90 - 110 grain range are the most interesting for me (lead free area), What powder do you guys want I have found about anything you want at a few places let me know what your looking for but natchezz has 8 lb jugs of Superformance all day and I use it with 130 sst doing 3250fps with same as factory charge. Hornady 82206 Superformance 300 WSM 165 GR GMX - 20rd Box . Surprisingly Hornadys 130gn GMX Superformance loading factory data, has the Superformance load for the standard .270 driving the 130gn GMX bullet at 3190fps outrunning the fastest .270 WSM 130gn GMX loading by 40fps. Jun 28, 2017. I have shot benchrest, F-Class, PRS, ELR, NRL hunter, and field matches. My understanding is Hodgdon will not publish any data for Superformance that does not give at least 100 fps more than standard because of a contractual arrangement with Hornady. Nosler Load Data; Nosler Load Data. Reloading data for .270 WSM cartridges and specifications for cases and loads in this caliber. Theres data for 300wsm but not the 270WSM. 7 x 65R. My understanding is Hodgdon will not publish any data for Superformance that does not give at least 100 fps more than standard because of a contractual arrangement with Hornady. Tenring, I missed the part of your post about purchasing a 300 WSM but the rest of my post still stands. We use cookies to make your experience better. Anyway, I was in the Bass Pro Shops looking for some H4350 and of course all they had was some Superformance powder which had the 300 WSM on the label so I loaded 4 pounds in the cart, did a little limited research with the cellphone and decided to go ahead and make the purchase. The correct name for the cartridge, as listed by the Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers' Institute (), is 270 WSM, without a decimal point.It is a member of the Winchester Short Magnum family of cartridges. I used to get the annual Hodgdon reloader magazine but can't find it this year anywhere and I haven't bought one since 2008 (or that is the latest one I can find). For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Should anyone decide to try this powder do it only in cartridges for which there is published data using H4831, and do not exceed the weight quoted for H4831. Ted's Bio; Fact Sheet; Hoja Informativa Del Ted Fund; Ted Fund Board 2021-22; 2021 Ted Fund Donors; Ted Fund Donors Over the Years. I made a Magneto V3 adapter on the cheap, Dirt cheap UPS has officially stopped shipping guns. There have been some top 10 ELR finishes as well but I dont remember the specifics. My concern is powder and loading for the pair of guns. 7 mm Weatherby Magnum. Diannas also won the 2015 NRA World Shooting Championship Ladies title. I've tried a couple and have gotten good accuracy but not the velocity to go with it. Need some load data for new 270 WSM and Superformance Powder, Re: Need some load data for new 270 WSM and Superformance Powder, Powered by UBB.threads PHP Forum Software 7.7.5. I currently use H 4831 for my .270 as well. A licensed Montana Professional Outfitter and Guide freelance writer, his articles and photographs have been featured in magazines including Outdoor Life, American Hunter, American Rifleman, Field and Stream. Thanks for the input guys. Although this experimenting is fun, one does it at his/her own risk. 7mm Weatherby Magnum. I would call Hodgdon and ask. I would call Hodgdon and ask. From sub-zero arctic temperatures to almost unbearable desert . For the .270, today I tested 130 grain TSX bullet in once fired full length sized Federal brass using 58 gr of Superformance and Federal 215M primers. So I started out really low and worked my way up. I'm having good luck w/ MRP and the 150 Berger in my XCR 270, I understand this is an old thread, but want to reply anyway. That is one of the few that are easy to get. magazines and reloading components. .270 WSM 270 WSM, 270 WSM Ammo.35 Whelen.35 Whelen, 35 Whelen ammo.303 British 303 British Ammo; . Baseball won over for a time when it took him to Gonzaga University on scholarship as a pitcher for the Bulldogs. #3. Her assignments included Patrol, Street Crimes, Narcotics, and Gangs. Reloading. Going to do some workups tomorrow and thought that this may be worth a shot. Home; About. Do not trust my numbers. 007-A444003 | Sierra. 2019 Ted Fund Donors (The word portatives ("portable") in the name refers to the fact the C.I.P. #8. Anyone load any 270WSM with the Hornady superformance powder? After starting a life and career in Tulsa, she pursued barrel racing until she found 3-Gun in 2009. If one wants to try this, be sure to have reliable published load data for the cartridge in question and check all the numbers yourself. Is neck turning a waste of time and effort? Looking for a starting point being I have a jug of it. He volunteers as an alter sever at Mass on Sunday at church and is a member in the Civilian Airpatrol Program. 17 Remington Fireball . 270 Caliber / .277" Diameter. That's only my experience. So I started with a moderate load for H4831 from the Nosler #6 manual and worked up in 1/2gr. It's my understanding that you can use Superformance in calibers not listed by Hodgdons, but you may not get "super" results. In all honesty, you could use them both in the field and never notice any difference between their performance. I'll let you guys know how it turns out. I guess the online reloading center is more efficient anyway and the data there is the same as in the magazine but I liked to keep them handy for reference and occasionally use them to talk myself into a new caliber ruling from my throne. A consistent shooter, Regina has finished in the Top 20 routinely and in the Top 10 quite frequently in both the National Rifle League and Precision Rifle Series. JavaScript is disabled. A: Ive compared the maximum velocities of the two cartridges as shown in various reloading manuals and it appears that the .270 WSM has about a 150 fps velocity advantage over the venerable .270 Winchester when both are fired in barrels of the same length. This is a deal breaker for me as a hand loader. 7mm PRC Precision Rifle Cartridge. ALL, more economical than the dubious 65.0gr in an '06 case. pressure specifications at the ammunition manufacturing plants and at C.I.P. 270 Winchester Short Magnum (WSM) Load Data. You can see their data here. It's going to be hard to beat RL-17 for the 270 wsm. There was no head expansion, and primer flattening was no different than seen on factory ammo, and there was no problem with extraction. I should be able to adjust the loads in the 270 WSM until I get an accurate one and velocity really isn't that big an issue with me, especially with the increased velocities in these WSM's. A significant exception is Hornady's Superformance ammo. She has since entered the Open division and has competed all over the country at numerous national level events, including the PRS Finale in 2018. 2012 Rifle Elk Hunt Dallen Takes a 4x5 Elk with a X-Bolt 270 WSM. SUPERFORMANCE ammunition is loaded with proprietary propellants that increase the velocity ratings up to 200 feet per second compared to other popular brands. New customer? No part of the landscape, from pop cans to squirrels, was immune to a 10 round burst from a Ruger. Soon, Zach was shooting skeet and fell in love with the sport. To be able to use the full range of Shopware 6, we recommend activating Javascript in your browser. The .270 WSM By Chuck Hawks. Two 8400's in 270 and 300 WSM and a 84M Varmint in 22-250. She recently took on the role of Southwest Regional Director for the Precision Rifle Series. You can find Ryan on Shooting Gallery on The Outdoor Channel, and Realtree.com. Likely it's they wrong burn rate. Superformance delivers striking velocities in cartridges like the 22-250 Remington, 243 Winchester and 300 Winchester Short Magnum. . Presses. 270WSM Superformance Powder . Just In the 2019 season, he will compete in twelve two-day national matches and 15 regional matches across the country, totaling 4,170 precision hand-loaded match rounds burning roughly 131,355 grains (18.75 pounds) of Varget in matches alone. Re: Reloader or Superformance powder for 270 In looking at my Sierra #5 manual in .270 Winchester, Sierra lists Varget with their 110 Gr. 300 wsm 300 weatherby magnum 300 remington ultra magnum (new).310. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. 2023 Yaffa Media. That's on par with a 300 H&H Magnum, a 300 Remington SAUM, and 308 Norma Magnum. . I've never used Reloader powders. 26" schneider. Two 8400's in 270 and 300 WSM and a 84M Varmint in 22-250. Posts: 14,668. Ambient temp 74 degrees F. Case OAL was 3.202 in. Sierra lists 5 other powders that you can squeeze another 100 F.P.S at maximum charges. 270 winchester 270 weatherby magnum 270 winchester short magnum 6.8 remington spc. Sep 15, 2014. Reloads with 140gr Accubonds using Retumbo and Federal 215 primers.