280 Remington favorite loads?

[djharteloo]

Recently scored an unfired Tikka M695 in 280 Remington. Shot 20 rounds of core lokt through to break the barrel in and then another 20 rounds to sight in/groups. My best group was about 3 inches. I plan on hunting elk with the rifle this year, what's everyone's favorite handload? I'm planning on using 160gr accubonds or partitions for elk, any better suggestions?

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[osprey]

Ive killed Elk with both those bullets in that weight and caliber. They also shot great out of my newer tikkas. I don't really think you will have to look any further than those bullets l. RL19 or 22 should get you top accuracy and velocity. I have also had good luck with h4831sc. Good luck.

 

[djharteloo]

Right on thanks. I have rl 19 and imr4350 on hand.

 

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Nosler liked RL19
Here's the 280 Rem load data sheet from Nosler.
There are buttons at the top for the different bullet weights...
280 Remington Load Data - Nosler

 

[41rem]

Do yourself a big favor & pick up some Reloder 26.


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