55gr 243 dogtown bullets

[NHSHOOTER]

I found some 55gr 243 dogtown bullets at a gunshow and decided I would give them a try (they were cheap) My question is what load data would one use for these.

 

[stubbicatt]

I think it is generally accepted practice to start at the "starting load" data from a reputable loading manual and slowly increase powder charges until you find maximum safe pressure for your rifle, not to exceed the "maximum load" data from your manual.

 

[Mobuck]

Start with data for 58 grain if you can't find 55 grain data. Be careful what burn rate powder you're using since this light weight doesn't provide much resistance.

 

[Panfisher]

I believe the hodgdon website has some data on 55 grain bullets. I load some 55 grain nosler BT for a friends .243 with IMR 4895.