I just got a new 30-06. Well new to me, it's actually a Winchester that's almost 50 years old. But anyway, this gun will be strictly for deer and maby an antelope hunt. I am thinking about the 150gr AccuBond but have no experience with this bullet. Can I use the same load data as the 150gr BT? What kind of experience have others had with this combo on deer sized game? Was there an extensive amount of blood shot?
150gr Accubond
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The 150 gr AB would be an excellent choice for your "new" 30-06.
You can use the same load data as the 150 gr BT and PT. A good powder choice would be IMR4350 but you may also want to try RL19.
The 165 gr AB comming out later this year would also be an excellent choice and offer better long range performance in the 30-06.
Due to the lower velocities of the 30-06, you should not see excessive meat damage unless you drill one through the shoulders. Stay behind in the lungs and you will have plenty of expansion and short blood trails.
Regards,
JD338
You can use the same load data as the 150 gr BT and PT. A good powder choice would be IMR4350 but you may also want to try RL19.
The 165 gr AB comming out later this year would also be an excellent choice and offer better long range performance in the 30-06.
Due to the lower velocities of the 30-06, you should not see excessive meat damage unless you drill one through the shoulders. Stay behind in the lungs and you will have plenty of expansion and short blood trails.
Regards,
JD338
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