10 April 2013, 20:28
CTI1USNRETIs this too hot for DSA FAL?
I just loaded 20 rounds of 308 Win with:
155 gr A-Max, 45.0 gr IMR 4895
CCI #200 LRP
OAL 2.800
LFCD
I didn't realize 7.62x51mm for gas guns and 308 Win were listed separately in Hornady's Manual.
Can they be used in my FAL?
Or should I just reserve them for my Ruger M77 Hawkeye Laminate Compact?
10 April 2013, 21:21
vinesthe max load in my books are 47.0 gr. of IMR 4895
10 April 2013, 23:00
CTI1USNRETWhich books do you have? Is the 47.0 gr load listed for 308 Win or for 7.62X51mm NATO?
11 April 2013, 03:24
vinesi also took a looke at HODGDON LOAD DATA .COM take a look there
11 April 2013, 05:58
SlamFireIn my opinion that is too much powder for a gas gun.
FAL's have an adjustable gas system but it is a lot easier on the gun to dial down the powder charge than the gas.
I have run my own tests in a M1a and a good load is a 155 gr Nosler with 42.5 grs IMR 4895. Out of a bolt gun this is just at 2700 fps. GI ball tested 100 fps faster, but so what, I am looking for accuracy and long life on the rifle and brass.