Load Confirmation – 350 Legend 18in – HRN 170gr SP – IMR 4227 26.5gr

Remarks:

I developed this load here: 350 Legend – 12.5in – HRN 170gr SP – IMR4227 for my 12.5″ 350 Legend. Thanks to Keith W. for testing this load in his 18″ barrel.

Conditions:
  • Date: 10/7/22
  • Temperature: 80F
  • Wind: 0-5mph
Firearm:
  • Barrel: Bear Creek Arsenal 18” 1:16 Twist
  • Upper:
  • Lower:
  • Lower Parts:
  • Trigger:
Components:
  • Bullet: Hornady 170 gr SP – G1 B.C.: 0.215
  • Powder: IMR 4227
  • Primer: CCI #41
  • Brass: Winchester
  • Dies: Lee Pacesetter 3-die set and Lee Factory Crimp Die
  • Chronograph: Caldwell Ballistic Precision
Measurements:
  • Case Trim Length: 1.700
  • C.O.L.: 2.245
  • C.B.T.O: 1.725
Results:
  • Velocities
  • 12.5″ Faxon Target
  • 18″ BCA Target
  • Summary:

    I am happy to see that I only lost 63 fps even though I’m using a barrel 5.5 inches shorter. I am surprised at how well this round performed out of Keith’s 18″ rifle as I didn’t think the 350 Legend had it in it. Thanks again to Keith W. for helping me out.