https://www.longrangehunting.com/threads/280-ackley-improved-loads-for-26-8-twist-barrel.200004/, New Federal .284/7mm 155 Grain Edge TLR Bullet Review, Help me troubleshoot issue with ELR load please, 6.5 PRC hodgdon superformance load development. For bolt actions, just follow the usual precautions for minimal sizing to prolong case life and you're set. Here's what I got on hand: 160 accubond and 7828 ssc shoot very well in one of my 280ai with fed 210 match primers. CCIBR2 primers. Stocky's Owner Don Bitz walks David Faubion through the company's new rifle stocks for 2023. A 280 AI can safely fire 280 Remington ammunition, simultaneously fire-forming brass cases to reloadable 280 AI dimensions. $58.99. Hodgdon Powder Company and Hornady have teamed together to answer the reloading question; "Can I buy the powder used in Hornady Superformance factory ammunition?". I run 180s in my 280AI at 2820 with excellent accuracy out to 800 metres. I'm speaking in generalities to give you an example. To get started, click the link below to visit mymagnow.com and learn how to access your digital magazine. The app is extremely convenient for keeping shot lists, notes, pictures, etc. The response was, litterally, "we have no idea. Refine by Cartridge: 280 Ackley Improved 280 Remington (51) Refine by Cartridge: 280 Remington 284 Winchester (51) Refine by Cartridge: 284 Winchester 28 Nosler (49) . I've got plenty of RL 17,22 and H4831sc, H4350 and some other powders. Return To Products. Sorry, I know this is a 280AI thread, but I have other experience with the ABLR. I have had fliers with the ELDX bullets in several calibers. I took the R-17 data for the 280 with 160gr bullets max load was 51.5gr and I started there and worked up. I just don't like the ttsx performance past 500 yards. An ideal pairing, Hornady offers the .280 Ackley in its Precision Hunter line with a 162-grain ELD-X bullet. Meet the all-new Taurus Judge Executive Grade, a revolver featuring a hand-polished satin finish, presentation-grade wood grips, a brass rod front sight and an exceptional hand-tuned trigger. Out of stock. 139 Hornady Spire Point H-4831 60.0 3,111 .57. It killed it but the bullet is too soft. I have always liked the Amax bullets so it makes sense to at least try these 162Eldx in my 280AI. Purchase this hard-bound book and get reloading results. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. So a few months later it became the 7mm Remington Express. Access features of the Reloading Handbook on your mobile device with the Reloading App. Poor ES and SD numbers. This, in turn, was confused with the well-established 7mm Remington Magnum. You are using an out of date browser. This is a hunting rifle and I may not have to look much farther for this season, time is getting short. I have only shot 140 and 150 grain bullets, mostly Nosler BT. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. Reduce the loads shown here by about 6 percent for such rifles. Starting from $3.99 View more .303 British Reloading Essentials. It was fine in .270, just had better results with other propellants. with Hornady Manufacturing Company bullets either below or in our load database by clicking the 'Matching Loads' button above. Just got my 280 AI put together after "thinking about it" for 10 years. Available as component bullets or in factory loaded Precision Hunter ammunition. Good thread.Ive got my brass primed and ready to load 162 eld-x but haven't/can't decide on which powder. hornady 308 Win Match Unprimed Brass 50 Cnt Our Price: $39.99. You have to reload to find out for yourself. Find information from previous Handbook editions, with reloading data for seldom-used cartridges that Hornady will no longer be developing. In the article Ackley gave a list of load data for 87-, 100- and 120-grain bullets using various powders for the Niedner-standard .25-06. bullet over 3,400 fps. Basic Pistol Data [PDF] Basic Rifle Data [PDF]. Reloading data is available as low as 99 per cartridge or as a subscription for $19.99. Obsolete reloading data that has been retired from our Handbook of Cartridge Reloading is available. We won't use them anymore. The SCAR 15P is chambered for 5.56 NATO and, with its 7.5-inch barrel, is the most compact SCAR to date. That all changed when Nosler standardized the cartridge, which was accepted by SAAMI in 2008. Meanwhile, an Energy Expansion Cavity provides dual chamber for uniform, impressive expansion and devastating penetration. Quantity. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. I have only shot 140 and 150 grain bullets, mostly Nosler BT. To comply with the new e-Privacy directive, we need to ask for your consent to set the cookies. The .280 really comes into its own with the slower powders in a bolt action. JavaScript is disabled. Remington currently produce four loads for the .280 including, the 140 grain Core-Lokt at an advertised 3000fps, the 140 grain Accutip at 3000fps, the 150 grain Core-Lokt at 2890fps and the 165 grain Core-Lokt round nose bullet at 2820fps. Though it's not an extremely popular elk cartridge, there's not a darn reason why you can't go elk hunting with the 280 AI. That goes for any cartridge they're suited for, and the .280AI is one of those. Hornady A223 Lock-N-Load Modified Case Rifle 223 Remington/5.56 NATO Brass 1 . Most loading manuals make mention of this. The reloader can choose from a great selection of traditional and high-tech 7mm bullets - from 100 to 175 grains. This means you have the option to read your magazine on most popular phones and tablets. That's just not that interesting. Ive seen the ELD-X work remarkably well on every species from large-bodied mule deer to British Columbia mountain goats and massive black bears, at distances from 8 to 650 yards. Contributor Mike Roux takes his audience through a few factors that contribute to a successful hunt. Shop online for shotshell and metallic reloading supplies, shooting supplies, metallic presses, rifle reloading components, shotshell reloading components, shooting accessories, rifle reloading brass and Bullets. The Hornady Rifle Cartridge Cases, Unprimed, 280 Ackley Improved, 50 Pieces, 86381 Gun Type: Rifle, Caliber: .280 Remington Ackley Improved, Primed: No, Finish: Unprimed, Quantity: 1, Fabric/Material: Brass, Brass Quantity: 50 Piece, Case Material: Brass. InterBond; Hornady 154-g. InterLock RN; Sierra 140-gr. You are using an out of date browser. In the .280 section, he lists the following loads and results: powder charge velocity accuracy. For reference my h1000 280ai load is 59.5gr with a 180 eldm or scenar. Speed champ was the 120-grain Barnes TS-X at 3,139 fps, and the smallest group average was .75 inch with the Sierra 140-grain Spitzer Boat Tail. Peterson continued, "The.280 Ack Imp casings made by Peterson are designed for reloading. ELDx in their 280 AI? Best so far is about 2" groups. Same load with the 195's was disappointing at about .9 moa @ 100 2853fps - still have some work to do. Muzzle Velocity (24") VAT (where applicable), shipping costs and possible delivery charges. I was shooting 60 grains of RL26 with 162 eldx in 280 AI last week. Like the bound and eBook versions, the Hornady Reloading App provides all the information needed to successfully reload a variety of rifle and handgun cartridges. What I mean by jump sensitive is a specific bullet may have a very narrow window of the jump to lands distance before accuracy degrades. It shoots under .5 moa with factory 140 accubonds. Heres how to avoid the poseurs and choose the right one. Does it affect short bullets as well? Grafs had some a few weeks ago. Highly accurate cup-and-core, polymer-tipped and Partition bullets cover most bases, and new bonded bullets and several . Upon low velocity, 400+ yard impacts, the Heat Shield tip drives backward into the bullet to initiate expansion. Plus, you can save favorites, add notes and more. Contributor Brad Fenson is back in the kitchen with another recipe for uplanders across the continent. Occasionally, we will temporarily publish load data on this page when a bullet becomes available and is not yet listed in the latest edition of the handbook. of energy from the muzzle. You are using an out of date browser. This attention to detail provides the highest levels of accuracy and performance uniformity for the most demanding and diverse hunting situations. Unfortunately 162 Hornady ELD-X factory loads were disappointing. Chris Johnson, FN Senior Product Manager, walks us through two new FN striker-fired pistols at SHOT Show 2023: the FN 510 Tactical, chambered in 10mm Auto, and the FN 545 Tactical, chambered in .45 ACP. Any data would help, thank you very much. How to Choose the Best Scope Reticle for Your Application, SIG Sauer Announces New P320-XTEN 10mm Pistol, Silencer Central Streamlined Suppressor-Purchasing Process Shakes Up Industry, Springfield Armory Hellion 5.56 NATO Bullpup Rifle: Tested, Instructional Tools for Modern Sight Alignment Training, Revic Optics BR4 Ballistic Rangefinder: Review, SIG Sauer P322 .22 Rimfire Pistol: Full Review, .505 Gibbs Rifle Brass 'H H' Headstamp: Maker and Quality Info Sought. While factory loaded ammunition remains fairly limited, several manufacturers, including Hornady and Federal, have continued to add new .280 AI offerings. The E-Tip load is great for lead restricted states or for large-bodied game like elk and moose for which maximum penetration and solid bullet construction are an absolute must. 150gr Hornady CX. Ackley Improved chambers use . With its excellent ballistics, modest recoil and versatile bullet selection, the .280 Remington is the obvious answer. Matching Laods. The .280 Ackley Improved casing will launch a 7mm, 120 gr. If Remington had introduced the .280 Rem in its Model 700, we might not have the 7MM Rem Mag. I rebedded the action and first three inches of the barrel with Acraglas Gel and installed a Timney trigger, both from Brownells. Bob Meinert, FN Marketing Director, introduces FN's first commercial pistol suppressor, the FN Rush 9Ti. I didn't get out this past weekend but heading out tomorrow with 280AI and going to use R-17and IMR-7828ssc with 162gr ELD-X bullets. The thick shank of the jacket and high InterLock ring keep the core and jacket together providing 50-60% weight retention. Nice ones but still hunting rifles. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. I tried to buy the last 500 piece lot and it went out of stock when I was putting in my info. Now, the truth is, the Hawkeye's accuracy when I got it wasn't great. Propellants used in the Precision Hunter ammunition line are clean burning and loaded to uniform capacity for consistent shot to shot results regardless of temperature. Errata pages are available for several past publications of ourHandbook of Cartridge Reloading. The neck tension seems to be just fine, I was talking to a custom loader around here. The Hybrid Hunter combines a tangent and secant ogive, allowing for maximum accuracy out of factory barrels and impressive BCs for downrange accuracy. This invaluable resource has over 1000 pages of data on all Hornady bullets. Please help us to improve and report any suggestions via our contact form. Powders like 4350 and 4831 from Hodgdon and IMR, Reloder 19 and Vihtavuori N-160 and N-165 performed very well. Give a Gift
Where the heck did you find Peterson brass???? Ive loaded a couple 280 AIs currently have one with a proof 24 carbon fiber running the 175 EH and reloader 23 around 2930, had it up to 2975 but not super accurate. Barrel is 26" Krieger 1:8. . Very happy with the cost to performance ratio so far! I've got most of the above mentioned powders to try. Then there were the name changes that caused an identity crisis of epic proportions. Just got my 280 AI put together after "thinking about it" for 10 years. Flash holes Are deburred And Checked For Proper Alignment. Advertisement. The new rifle is built on an aluminum billet chassis with carbon-fiber forend and cheek riser featuring V-block bedding. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. I love my. Nosler Unprimed Brass 280 Ackley Improved (50) $ 102.57 Add to cart; Nosler Unprimed Brass 280 Rem (50) Rated 5.00 out of 5 Look forward to hearing your results. You find 14 loads in caliber .280 Ackley Improved with Berger bullets either below or in our load database by clicking the 'Matching Loads' button above. By the way, one of those guns has a Broughton 4.1 taper chambered by Moon at Crescent Customs and another is a Christensen Arms carbon fiber barrel. There ain't arguin' difference between the two, and the .280 Rem comes with a 22" barrel, which I like, even more so when elevation starts to make breathing difficult. Again, gun buyers were bewildered. You must log in or register to reply here. Sign up to receive new product announcements, special offers, and the annual product catalog. Bottles & 12-oz. For the 120-grain bullet, his maximum 4831 powder charge was 57.0 grains for 3,101 fps. The Ultimate Reloading Manual / .280 Remington Ackley Improved / .280 Ackley Improved Handload Data Warning! I've read several different forums that are mostly RL 22, H4831sc and IMR 7828 as well as a few others. Caleb Giddings, Marketing Manager at Taurus, introduces the all-new TaurusTX 22 Compact. Sierra's 150-grain Spitzer Boat Tail is a good all-around bullet, and the Hawkeye really took to it, regularly punching small groups; Hybrid 100V and IMR 4831 were the standouts here. From what I've read and heard guys are very happy with R22 and R23. Load Data / Description. Fully Prepped And Ready To Reload. Case length for the .280 is 2.540 inches (same as the .270) and a bit longer than the .30-06 (2.494 inches). I picked up my rifle last week and I'm just waiting on the Peterson brass to arrive in the next day or so. hornady 300 Wby Mag Unprimed Brass Our Price: $66.99. By FOGGER, December 9, 2017 in Rifles, Reloading and Gunsmithing. I load 140 BTs and want to try these 162Eldx. We have updated our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy as of May 5th, 2020, 257, 277, 284, 338 bullets, 338wm dies, ramshot big game. 280 Ackley Improved Ammo close We are pleased, once again, to accept online orders. Good velocity with RL 22. Reloading 280 AI and 150-162 gn ELD-X brikwhitt Aug 9, 2017 Aug 9, 2017 #1 brikwhitt Beginner Oct 9, 2016 129 0 Trying to get a good guesstimate on the ELD-X'S compared to the 150gn ABLR. I got a ProChrono DLX for Christmas and have not gotten to mess with it. Copyright 2023 National Rifle Association, Women On Target Instructional Shooting Clinics, Volunteer At The Great American Outdoor Show, Marion P. Hammer Women Of Distinction Award, Women's Wildlife Management / Conservation Scholarship, National Youth Shooting Sports Cooperative Program, Remington Model 700 American Hunter Rifle Project. Eric Poole and Tom Beckstrand test the Aimpoint Acro P-2 against one of red dot sights' biggest myths: distance. I have only shot 168 Berger Classic Hunters out of my 280AI with H4831SC. GMX; Hornady 139-gr. I do have some Magpro powder as well. hornady 6.5x284 Unprimed Brass 50 Cnt Our Price: $69.99. To be able to use the full range of Shopware 6, we recommend activating Javascript in your browser. Very light rifle. The 280 ai is going to be a great deer, pig, goat and sheep rig as long as I stay . It may not display this or other websites correctly. Manufacturer. Exclusions apply. Designed with a Heat Shield tip to prevent melting and to ensure the highest in-class BC over its entire trajectory, the ELD-X performs well at long or close range, giving hunters a terminally effective bullet no matter the distance. In the article he includes some reloading data and ballistic results for several calibers, including the .280 Remington. Elkdreamer Feb 7, 2021 #7 OP L Metallic Reloading; Rifle Brass; 280 Remington Imp; 280 Remington Imp. Reviews. How was accuracy with those TLR's? Access features of the Reloading Handbook on your mobile device with the Reloading App. The cases allow proper seating of the bullet, not only in the case, but in the chamber as well.</p> Featuring the radically superior ELD-X bullet with Heat Shield tip, Precision Hunter is the ideal load for ANY hunting situation because of its effective terminal performance at ALL practical ranges. That goes for any cartridge theyre suited for, and the .280AI is one of those. This may or may not be an issue. Spitzer BT; Sierra 160-gr. Good groups at .500 with average around .750. Shillen 29.5" 1:8 twist barrel. Like the bound and eBook versions, the Hornady Reloading App provides all the information needed to successfully reload a variety of rifle and handgun cartridges. 7828, 4831, or RL22 with the 160s should get you around 2900fps. You probably won't be able to fit enough h1000 in the case to get extreme pressure, but with a moderately compressed load you might be in a good place. Like the bound and eBook versions, the Hornady Reloading App provides all the information needed to successfully reload a variety of rifle and handgun cartridges. With the ELDM bullets in 280 AI, 7 WSM and the 6.5 cartridges I load for. The .280 Ackley has a similar velocity to the 7mm Rem Mag, when using light to mid-weight bullets. The TaurusTX 22 Compact delivers class-leading reliability, capacity, and shootability in a 22 LR platform, and it's cut for a slide-mounted mini red dot. I'd like to tighten up my groups and speeds. But, the 63.0 gr of N165, I shot a 5 round grouping of .337 @ 100 yds. Sep 8, 2016 #1 I just got a box of 162gr ELD-X bullets and want to load them in my 280 Ackley. The .280 AI was developed by modifying the case from the .280 Remington. The jacket and core are designed to expand rapidly after penetrating roughly 3 to 5 inches in flesh as the bullet sheds 40 to 90 percent of its weight. During the spring conservation order, you can hunt with outfitters from Arkansas to Saskatchewan. The average group size of the loads shown was a scant .96 inch; pretty darn good for a lightweight hunting rifle. And 63.5 gr of H1000, some pressure signs, nothing crazy. The new 9mm suppressor can mount easily to any pistol barrel threaded x28 inches and doesn't compromise on sound suppression, gas blowback or recoil. HPBT; Barnes 120-gr. Nosler 140-grain Ballistic TipFeaturing a lead-alloy core with polymer tip to assist in rapid expansion, Noslers 140-grain Ballistic Tip is highly accurate, long-range capable and extremely lethal at various ranges. RL23, CCI 250, 2870fps 5 shot goup under .5 - think I can get more out of this with the 185's and the 28 inch barrel. Model AP-MBP 7.65mm Pistol: Hungarian Walther PP Look-Alike, Non-Lethal Personal & Home Defense with Byrna, Range Tested: EAA Girsan Pistols & Shotguns, New for 2023: Christensen Arms Modern Hunting Rifle (MHR), New for 2023: All-American RIA 5.0 Sporting Pistol, New for 2023: FN Rush 9Ti Pistol Suppressor, New Big Bore Pistols for 2023: FN 510 Tactical and FN 545 Tactical, New for 2023: FN SCAR 15P Rifle Caliber Pistol, First Look: Taurus Raging Hunter 460 Magnum Revolver With 10.5-Inch Barrel, New-for-2023 Taurus Judge Executive Grade 410/.45 Colt Revolver, Smith & Wesson Equalizer and the Brand New M&P 5.7 Pistol. Re: I tried Superformance Powder in 280 AI. Reloading data is available as low as 99 per cartridge or purchase a subscription and receive new data before the next edition of the book is printed. Whidden Shoulder Bump Gauge .508 - 375 Cheytac, 408 Cheytac . Of course performance on game would be nice as well. It shoots one hole groups with ttsx and r-19! Best Prices. anyone have experience with this bullet in the 280 AI. Personally I think you have missed your accuracy node - F-class shooters running 7SAUMs tend to run 180s, Bergers or otherwise around the 2940-2950 mark, I'd back the load off to that node. Nosler 140-grain E-TipNoslers E-Tip bullet consists of a solid copper, lead-free construction that offers hunters maximum penetration and 95 percent or better weight retention. It may not display this or other websites correctly. hornady 44 Special Unprimed Brass 100cnt Our Price: $50.99. Sort By: Items Per Page: I thought I'd put it out there for some discussion and advice. I moved closer to the lands, about .008 out. For larger game animal applications, Nosler also offers the 140-grain bullet in the .280 Ackley AccuBond variant. Choose Lapua Brass, Winchester, Hornady Brass, Nosler Brass, Remington, Starline Brass and Prvi Partizan. 280 AI load data. Snipers Hide is a community of Snipers of all kinds, focusing on long range shooting, accuracy, and ballistics. Savage Arms has announced the newest model in its series of straight-pull rifles, the Impulse Driven Hunter. Looking for reloading data that is not in our reloading manual or listed below? After that, it was very accurate. Introducing the latest products from the worldwide leader in ammunition. Partition; Nosler 175-gr. 3050fps for 145 Barnes LRX over 7828SSC out of my 22" barreled Rem 700. . For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. Fireball || .172 | 25gr | Hornady V-MAX, .204 Ruger || .204 | 32gr | Hornady V-MAX, .204 Ruger || .204 | 40gr | Hornady V-MAX. They are accurate but I've shot the 143gr ELDX in my 6.5 Creedmoor and they are crazy accurate. American shooters know a good thing when they see it. Snipers Hide is a community of Snipers of all kinds, focusing on long range shooting, accuracy, and ballistics. slide 3 to 4 of 24. 162 d m. 61.4 gr re 26. Designed with a Heat Shield tip to prevent melting and to ensure the highest in-class BC over its entire trajectory, the ELD-X performs well at long or close range, giving hunters a terminally effective bullet no matter the distance. Just reloaded some 180 ELD-M but haven't shot them yet. Introducing the latest products from the worldwide leader in ammunition. Recommended Usage: Reloading Type: Rifle Material: Brass Gun Type: Rifle Caliber Or Gauge: 280 Ackley Improved Quantity: 1 Nosler Custom Unprimed Brass For 280 Ackley 50 Per Box Md: 10175. You find 24 loads in caliber .280 Rem. I'd start there. The store will not work correctly in the case when cookies are disabled. Best groups I've ever gotten with my 280 rem is with Hornady 162s and RL22. But, shot .280 Rem A I loads up to 64gr of H4831, 139gr Hornady BTSP, R-P brass, WW primers today. Anyone know the status on ADG picking up 280 ai? That'll make short work of just any game you encounter. All Guns and Ammo subscribers now have digital access to their magazine content. 2023 Outdoor Sportsman Group. I only use Federal Gold Match if I can't get my hands on CCI. They must have used the same print reamer because the load is exactly the same for both rifles. Founded by Frank Galli in 2000, Snipers Hide has been offering informational videos, podcasts, and other support to its users in one location. Medium-burning-rate powders work best in pumps and autoloaders. Discover how it performed against an eland, the biggest of all African antelope species. Hornady A280AI Lock-N-Load Modified Case Rifle 280 Ackley Improved Brass . and the velocity just blew everything else away. Our test rifle this month is an example of one of the more recent entries - a Ruger Hawkeye that I bought new in 2009. heard a lot good things about it in 280 ai. Recommended Posts. Hornady Brass 280 Ackley Improved Unprimed Box of 50 . That bullet shoots awesome when you hit that sweet spot in seating depth. I have always liked the Amax bullets so it makes sense to at least try these 162Eldx in my 280AI. Shipping: One flat fee of $12.95 per online order. Final Load Specs for 162gr ELD-M: 58.4gr H4831SC Hornady brass (that will be replaced ASAP) CBTO: 2.595" - functional mag length (estimating about .080" - .100" jump, didn't measure and don't care) CCI 200 Large Rifle Primer Case length for the .280 is 2.540 inches (same as the .270) and a bit longer than the .30-06 (2.494 inches). Cases obtained by firing--and thus fireforming--standard cartridges through Ackley's improved chamber could be handloaded to give improved performance. 51 gr, 2472 fps, SD: 19 52 gr, 2515 fps, SD: 20 . of energy, the 140-grain projectile offers less weight retention at maximum velocity than the E-Tip variant, but delivers greater expansion and larger mushrooms, making it extremely reliable and lethal across a wide spectrum of distances and species. Date Listed: 27/02/2023. Powder charges in the .280's midsize case are easily ignited with standard primers, but I must confess I frequently got lower SDs and better accuracy with Federal 215 Magnum caps in several loads, so they're worth considering. 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 ballistic potential. Due to the packaging and shipping process, case necks are often slightly dinged or bent and need to be rounded up and sized to give proper neck tension. Both of those cartridges are very capable performers, though neither is as well known or as widely used as the .270 Winchester or 7mm Remington Magnum. Loading the .280 is straightforward. I'd probably use it if I couldn't get a hold of any H4831. Hornady Manufacturing Company load data in .280 Rem. . MSRP: $45.99 per 20-rnd. Using bullets from Nosler BT, Sierra HPBT, Swift Scirocco, Barnes TSX, Swift Scir, Nosler AB, Hornady BTSP, Swift SP. .280 Remington Ackley Improved / .280 Ackley Improved (Hodgdon Data - IMR Powder) reloading data with 126 loads. It doesnt hurt that premium big-game rifles, like Kimbers Mountain Ascent, are chambered in the mighty .280 AI and have gained a cult-like following among serious mountain hunters. In my rifle 56gr/R-17,160gr accubond,Fed 210M primer 3046fps is a good load. Targeted velocities are well in excess of . The jump to lands (the distance a bullet travels before engaging the lands) will be greater with shorter bullets than longer bullets. Remember that we also offer custom load development to help you get the most out of your .280 Ackley Improved - call 1-800-303-1304 for more information. Caliber: .280 Rem. A perennial shooter's question is, "Should I buy a .270 or .30-06?" Hot-Cor SP; Speer 145-gr. Shooter's Reference Load Data for .280 Ackley Improved .280 Ackley Improved - Published Manufacturer Loading Data Shellholders: Hornady #1 Lee #2 RCBS #3 Recipe Type: Rifle Bullet Weight: 110 gr 120 gr 130 gr 139 gr 140 gr 145 gr 150 gr 160 gr 162 gr 168 gr 171 gr 175 gr Powder: ALL Alliant Powder 2000-MR Alliant Powder 4000-MR Call us at 660-460-2802 for the latest load data for newly released bullets. Iowa hunters are now allowed to use necked rifle cartridges (with some caliber restrictions). Below youll find some basic data for each cartridge to help get you started. A few individual loads bear mention. Heres a look at the best factory loads currently available for the .280 Ackley Improved. Accuracy and terminal performance are the cornerstones of Hornady Precision Hunter factory loaded ammunition. We carry top reloading brands like Hornday, Lee Precision, RCBS, Lyman, and more. You can also check in our bullet database for which, .17 Hornet || .172 | 17gr | Hornady V-MAX, .17 Hornet || .172 | 20gr | Hornady V-MAX, .17 Hornet || .172 | 25gr | Hornady V-MAX, .17 Rem. box; nosler.com. Article / review of the Federal TLR 155gr .284 bullet loaded in a 280ai and used on multiple game during a African hunt. Was RL 26 the only powder that you tried? Gain a deep knowledge of ballistic science and access our improved ballistic calculator. 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