optimum bullet weight for 308 with 1-11 twist?

[ccoker]

I recently got a tikka t3 308  that has a 1-11 twist and am curious as to what would be the ideal bullet weight/type for that barrel
I know you have to shoot a bunch to see what it likes but would like a good starting point

[sdb777]

Your question has many options.  Not only is twist and weight a factor, but the velocity that it is fired.  Have a few .308Win that like 175gr SMK's and a Savage that doesn't(it likes the 168gr SMK's).  Had an AR-10 with the 11.25" twist that liked the 155-165grainers.  But all was dependent on velocity and the pressure curve that the powder provided.  All my rifles like Varget powder, but projectile weights vary.


Scott (shoot to have cases to reload) B

[ccoker]

gotcha

[Old English]

I have the same rifle as you. Whn it was new I tried various factory 165gr &150gr, the rifle preferred the 165gr. I load for it these days and it does very well with  165gr SGK and Varget at the standard 44gr charge.

[ccoker]

thanks
that's what I was wanting to try is the 165g gameking

[ccoker]

followup
I loaded some rounds up
44, 45 and just a hair under max (45.7) (using Varget)
2.80 OAL

the first rounds were an inch group, 44g
2nd was about 3/4", 45g
3rd was cloverleafing at 45.7g

at 100 yards, next I need to get out to the outdoor range for 2 and 300 yard testing

[longwinters]

I have a Sako in 308.  It loves Reloader 15 and 165 anything.  Never had great luck with Varget but YMMV.

Long