300 Dakota load data - why isn't there any?

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03 November 2008, 20:02

Ezra4570

300 Dakota load data - why isn't there any?

I just picked up a Dakota 76 in 300. It came with dies and 60 cases. Talk about almost no load data! Does anyone have a good sorce for data?

Dave

03 November 2008, 22:28

Auke Bay LT

Hornaday's 7th editon and Barnes 3 editions have data for the 300 Dakota

04 November 2008, 00:53

MileHighShooter

Barnes #3 has some, reloadersnest.com has a few loads...its out there. You just have to search. Its not a very popular caliber mostly because the cost of cases and rifles. Shame though, it has some stellar numbers. Too bad Ruger decided to go short with their new 30 mag instead of using the 375 case as is, it would be a near twin of the Dakota.

If you think every possible niche has been filled already, thank a wildcatter!

04 November 2008, 07:43

shayneC

Nosler #5 and Hornady #7 also have Dakota data in them. I think you will find the Hornady guide a lot more useful. Their data takes advantage of Dakotas case volume. I find myself loading mine mostly with RL 22.
Good luck! Shayne