I was curious when testing loads for my .222 the bullets left as big or bigger holes than my .30-30. Why is that? is it because they are exploding? The backing at the range is like a built rite product. With this said will the bullet penetrate a coyote before exploding?
.224 Nosler balistic tips
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YoteSmoker
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The only way possible I see a .224 bullet impacting larger than .308 is if it is tumbling and keyholing when it hits the target. Afterall, it's only paper. I'm guessing the bullet weight is more than the barrel twist can stabilize. A 12 twist works best with 40-55 grain bullets. A faster twist is needed for the heavier bullets. Please post bullet weight, caliber, speed, and barrel twist for us.
YoteSmoker
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Just re reead your post. Chances are a 50 grainer will work best in .222 and its just slightly slower than .223 you can definitely rule out the ideat that the bullets are disinegrating.
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Was the target paper at the edge of the bullet going in the hole or out? I am thinking that the bullets are expandng on the target backer and creating a larger hole.
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The target backer was on a Build rite. So the bullets would have to go thru this as well. I thought they might be expanding was just running it by some more experienced shooters. I would expect a .22 caliber buller make a pretty small hole. But when they have to go thru 1/2 fiber board too. I think I have my answer but was just making sure. Thanks
