Good article about the LRAB .284-168gr

[muleman]

http://www.riflemagazine.com/magazine/P ... artial.pdf

They tested it for penetration and expansion at 2800, 1700 and 1350fps with excellent results!

Scott

 

[nvbroncrider]

Good article. I'm running some 175's and at 2860 and got 5 jugs. So I'd say its pretty good to see similar results.

 

[DrMike]

Haven't yet run the bigger LRABs. The 150s do a fine job, so I have no doubt that when I get around to the 168s, they'll perform just fine.

 

[FOTIS]

 

[JD338]

Good read onn the ABLR.
My limited experience with the 7mm 150 gr ABLR was very impressive and it kills deer like lighting.
The ABLR is a winner for sure.

JD338

 

[SJB358]

They are running just about the same speed in my 7mm WSM.. Pretty good accuracy as well. I think I can tweak them a hair to get them even tighter, but they are running MOA or better right now, at the same speeds as you with RL25.. Really makes for a powerful load for that little rifle.

 

[Elkman]

So far with limited testing I have not been able to get the accuracy I expected. I will be trying some more when I get more mobile..

 

[bigd7378]

What is you load? How long is the barrel?

 

[Elkman]

Barrel Lija- 26" with a 1-9 " twist. I have used 81-83 grains of h -1000, and RL-22. Both nosler and Remington cases. I think I have to really get aggressive with the seating depth.

 

[remingtonman_25_06]

Will be trying the 168 soon from a few different 7 mags and an STW.

Hopefully I can get them to shoot

 

[Guy Miner]

Seems anything you set your mind to loading & shooting does real well, at the range or in the field!

 

[remingtonman_25_06]

Yah ive found quite a few keeper loads over the years that arent or werent in any books.

start low and work up with known components is key along with a bit of research. Knowing how to analyze targets and what to change over the years has helped also.

The LRAB should be fun!

 

[JD338]

I have some loaded up for the 280 AI with RL22.
Just waiting for some warmer temps.

JD338

 

[muleman]

My 280AI is almost complete and I have 150's, 168's and 175's set aside for testing. Which ever shoots best will get the nod for all around hunting and long range targets. I ran all three through ballistic program and they seem to all perform very similar as to drop and energy retention out to a 1000yds.

Scott

 

[sask boy]

Scott, I will be testing my 280AI using 150gr. & 168gr. ABLRs as well. I should have my rifle in a couple of weeks if all goes well

Blessings,
Dan

 

[ccoker]

I have 150 and 168s
My initial testing in my 280AI didn't go too well and so I reverted back to my proven 140 AB load for the hunting season.

I plan to try again in the spring

 

[Creedmore]

Good article. The penetration and expansion at distance is impressive.

Me and HTDUCK are leaving this afternoon for one last chance at a cull buck or auodad. I have my 280AI dialed-in with the 168gr ABLR at 2950fps. Hopefully there will be a test subject downrange.

 

[JD338]

Good article. The penetration and expansion at distance is impressive.

Me and HTDUCK are leaving this afternoon for one last chance at a cull buck or auodad. I have my 280AI dialed-in with the 168gr ABLR at 2950fps. Hopefully there will be a test subject downrange.

Creedmore,

Good luck to the both of you.
What is your load for the 168 gr ABLR in the 280AI?

JD338

 

[DrMike]

Creedmoor and Howard,

Best of luck to each of you. Score big, gentlemen.

 

[Songdog]

How are guys humping these things 100-200fps faster that the 160 AccuBond in same caliber?

3100+ seems warm for a 168 outta the 7RM

2950 seems petty warm in a .280AI too...

I've owned/own both of those calibers, with 168 Bergs and 162 Amax.... about 150fps below those velocities.... so, I just don't see it.

Since we're bumping by 150 fps or so.... should I see 3350-3400 outta the 150 LRAB in the 7 Rem Mag.?

Please post some QL info on these.... I'd like to see projected pressures.