147 ELDM in 6.5 Creedmoor Starting Load Data Needed

[Paulj2]

I have a Shilen 26", 1-8 barrel with SAAMI chamber coming and need starting load data using H4350 powder with new Peterson large primer brass and the Hornady 147M bullet. I realize every barrel is different, but can't find any basic starting powder weights to start my load development for this bullet. Does anyone have experience with this combination? I haven't used this bullet before and H4350 is the only powder I have on hand.

[Blue Avenger]

36.7gr
https://hodgdonreloading.com/rldc/

You did not try the Hodgdon site did you.

[Paulj2]

Actually I did, but didn't find that load data chart. Thank you, it is just what I am looking for.

[wbm]

https://rifleshooter.com/2018/07/6-5...0-and-h4831sc/

[Fuj']

Peterson brass tends to be on the heavy side, so be careful when working the upper end.

[Paulj2]

Great Info, thanks

[Paulj2]

https://rifleshooter.com/2018/07/6-5...0-and-h4831sc/

Great Info, thanks

[CFJunkie]

i think you'll find that H4350 is a perfect powder for a 6.5mm CM and with 147 gr ELD-Ms.

I have three Savage 6.5mm CMs, two with 26-in barrels and one with a 24-in barrel.
The two 26s shoot the 147 ELD-Ms great and especially well with H4350.
The 24-in barrel shoots 130s and 140 gr bullets better than the heavier bullets.

You won't find out which works best in your rifle until you try them.

[Paulj2]

i think you'll find that H4350 is a perfect powder for a 6.5mm CM and with 147 gr ELD-Ms.

I have three Savage 6.5mm CMs, two with 26-in barrels and one with a 24-in barrel.
The two 26s shoot the 147 ELD-Ms great and especially well with H4350.
The 24-in barrel shoots 130s and 140 gr bullets better than the heavier bullets.

You won't find out which works best in your rifle until you try them.

Thanks

[Ernest T]

I've had several hundred of them sitting on my bench for over a year, I need to get busy!

[Paulj2]

Settled at 40.4 grains, 2720 average FPS. Using .020 jump for seating depth for now on the virgin brass. Have 111 rounds through the barrel, repeating approximately 1/4 to 3/8 inch 100 yard groups with this load. Figure I will play with seating depth on the second reloading of this brass.

I appreciate all the input.