416 Rem Powder Recommendations

[BourbonTrail]

Trying to load 400gr CEB Solids to 2400fps in my 416 Rem Mag.

I wanted to use Varget that I already have, but it might be too low velocity for a 1:14” twist barrel.

Cutting Edge sent me load data stating 2384 fps is max MV for Varget. Which tells me I will end up a little south of that in order to have buffer. Is ~2350 fps enough to achieve terminal stability?

I just wanted to know if I should shop around before I start load development, or can I make Varget work.

 

[Green Chile]

2350 is a great terminal velocity in a 416 with 400's. I've used that recipe many times on all types of DG and PG, including a trip I just got back from. As another option, have you looked at H4895? I actually run that at 2325-2350 with the above results. I just like that powder better and it's easier to get.

 

[BourbonTrail]

2350 is a great terminal velocity in a 416 with 400's. I've used that recipe many times on all types of DG and PG, including a trip I just got back from. As another option, have you looked at H4895? I actually run that at 2325-2350 with the above results. I just like that powder better and it's easier to get.

I think they had some at the store here in town. I do remember that powder listed on some of the Barnes data.

I will definitely keep an eye out.