25 souper

[mike]

Does anybody have any info on the 25 souper (25-308)? Looking for load data.
I'm looking at having one made in a AR10.All the load data I have is based off the 7-08 and the 243.Has anyone done this with the AR10 platform yet?
Should I use a remington 700 action? This round is very close to 25-06 but in a short case that will work on the AR10 or a short action 700.

[Neal]

Hi, yes, I have had 2 25 souper rifles made, I also have a mate that has ackley improved one as well, if he had his time again, he said he wouldnt do this as it led to pressure problems, and forcing him to go to a slower powder,.. ADI 2213 sc...Accuracey is superb, velocity ample, we roll our own ammo, which is necessary for this calibre, I have kneck sizeed 260 rem cases for a try on some new test loads,..whereas, previously, I knecked up Lapua .243 cases, shooting 100 grain projectiles, using winchester primers, an accurate load with a velocity of 3050 F.P.s was achieved, Sierra projectiles, # 1625.. my powder is ADI 2209,.. but tempted to try Reloader 17 Knock down power is ample on medium sized game out to 350 yards easily,..have seen their effectiveness in the bush and on open clearings,..I preferr it to the .243 because of better bullet weight, and performance,..Hope this helps, and I am open for any questions you may have,

[weshowe]

Neal,

You might want to take a look at "Nick Harvey's Practical Reloading Manual". Nothing fancy, but good solid load data. It lists 60 grain bullets at up to 3,800 FPS and 120's up to 2,900 FPS.

It's a worthwhile addition to your reloading manual collection.

What I really like about the work is that all velocities are taken from actual rifles and not ballistic test barrels.

Here's a picture of my M40A1. Obviously, being a retired Marine Officer I'm a big fan of the Rem 700 that we use on our Sniper Rifles.



Wes