2208 OR 2209?

[MrMackie]

I would like to know from peoples experience what powder, either ADI2208 OR ADI2209 would be better suited for a .308 rifle, being used on a range with the following atributes:

26" Barrel
150gn and 155gn Projectiles

I have used 2208 when loading .308 before, but would like to standardize (If Possible) my powder to 2209 as i use this in a different calibre.

Personal experience and recomendations would be much appreciated.

Thanks

Macka

[Guest]

MrM,
2209 is too slow ( burning ) for 155 gn 308 particularly in a 26" barrel.
2208 is better but u would need to use Winchester cases to get enough powder ( better than 46gns ) to obtain sufficient speed for 1000 yds.
Better still would be 2206H in a Lapua case ( probably 44.5 gns )
Still pushing the upper limits with your 26" barrel though.
Barry

[MrMackie]

Thanks Barry for your reply. I was hoping the 09 would be ok, but now i can see why it wouldnt due to the slow burn rate.

I wouldnt be shooting out to anything more than 600 with my .308

Thanks again,
M

[peter t]

Mr M
A little info I reload my sons 308 with 43.5 gns 2206H he uses it back to 800m with 155 gn SMK's. In a 24 inch barrel it's easy on the shoulder & accurate, he shoots F/Standard with scores in the mid 50's at 800m, it's even better at 600m, hope this helps.
Cheers
Peter T

[MrMackie]

Thanks Peter T. Looks like from your and other people experience that 2206 would be best suited for my barrel length, projectile and intended ranges.

Cheers!

[RDavies]

I 2nd the 2206H as well. It gets about the same velocity as 2208 but more consistent speeds, cleaner as well.
I have tried to load as much 2209 as I could into a case, but the velocity is too low. No go with 2209