Videos tagged with Case Capacity

This video compares the 308 Winchester and 30-06 Springfield cartridges, focusing on their performance differences with varying bullet weights. The speaker, an experienced shooter, notes that the 30-06 gains a significant advantage with heavier bullets (180-200 grains) in terms of velocity and terminal performance, making it preferable for larger game like elk. For lighter bullets (125-150 grains), the performance gap narrows considerably, and the 308's shorter action and potentially lighter rifle may be advantageous in certain scenarios. The discussion also touches on recoil, action length, and aftermarket support.

This guide explains why using .308 powders like Varget in the 6.5 Creedmoor can limit velocity due to case capacity. It highlights the benefits of using purpose-built powders such as Winchester StaBALL 6.5, demonstrating a significant velocity increase (300 fps) by utilizing the case volume more effectively. The information is presented to help reloaders achieve better performance from their 6.5 Creedmoor cartridges.

This video details the process of reloading 38 Special ammunition using Federal HST Micro bullets, specifically seating them to the cannelure to increase case capacity and potentially boost velocity. The presenter discusses using HP-38 powder and standard load data, aiming for improved performance over factory loads. The goal is to achieve better expansion and penetration in ballistic gel testing.

This video compares the steel penetration capabilities of the 6.5 Grendel and 6.5 Creedmoor calibers using the same 120-grain ELD bullet. The test involved shooting at mild steel plates ranging from 1/4 inch to 1 inch thick. While both calibers are chambered in rifles with 20-inch Ballistic Advantage barrels, the 6.5 Creedmoor demonstrated superior penetration due to its larger case capacity and higher velocity.

This video provides a detailed guide on forming 6mm ARC brass from 6.5 Grendel, a more accessible alternative. The instructor, Johnny's Reloading Bench, walks through the process of resizing, trimming, and fire-forming, emphasizing techniques for achieving proper shoulder bump and case length. He also touches on the more challenging conversions from 7.62x39 and 220 Russian, highlighting the complexities and necessary intermediate steps. The content is technical and practical for reloaders looking to expand their cartridge options.

This comprehensive review of the 6.8 Western cartridge, presented by the Host of Backfire, offers an analytical and data-driven comparison against several .270 caliber contenders. Leveraging reloading manuals, technical specifications, and direct testing with a Winchester XPR, the host provides insights into ballistic performance, case capacity, and market availability, positioning the 6.8 Western as a modern, practical choice for long-range shooting.

This video provides expert guidance on selecting appropriate powders for .223 Remington Short Barreled Rifles (SBRs) and AR pistols. The instructor emphasizes the critical role of powder burn rate in relation to barrel length, explaining how faster-burning powders are necessary for efficient combustion in shorter barrels to avoid unburned powder and excessive muzzle flash. The discussion covers how bullet weight influences powder choice and provides a narrowed-down list of recommended powders for these specific applications.

This guide details advanced reloading techniques for the .308 Winchester cartridge, focusing on achieving performance comparable to Federal Gold Medal Match using 175gr Sierra Match King bullets and IMR 4064 powder. The expert-level instruction covers critical aspects like brass case capacity analysis, chamber dimension comparisons, and meticulous load development, including suppressed and unsuppressed range testing. It emphasizes understanding pressure signs and mechanical timing issues in semi-automatic platforms.

This video details the process of reloading 6.5 Grendel ammunition using heavier 140-grain Hornady Match BTHP bullets, a less common choice for this caliber. The instructor, with apparent experience in reloading and firearms, outlines the steps for preparing brass, selecting powders (Accurate 2520 and Alliant Power Pro 2000 MR), seating bullets to magazine length, and conducting test firing. The focus is on achieving accuracy and understanding the performance of heavier bullets in the Grendel, including velocity and potential stabilization issues.

This video provides an in-depth inspection of factory 224 Valkyrie ammunition, focusing on its components and case capacity. The presenter, with a background in reloading, analyzes the bullet weight, powder type and charge, primer, and case dimensions. Comparisons are made to other calibers like 223 Remington, 22 Nosler, and 6.5 Grendel, offering insights into the cartridge's design and potential performance.

This video details the reloading process for cloning Mk262 Mod 1 ammunition, focusing on the use of Varget powder and Remington 7 1/2 primers. The instructor meticulously prepares brass, dispenses and trickles powder, and then tests loads with both Sierra and Nosler bullets. The process highlights the importance of case preparation, primer fit, and the challenges of achieving desired velocities with compressed loads, offering insights into load development for high-performance ammunition.

This guide details how to assess the case capacity of Starline .223 Remington brass, a critical factor for reloaders. The video highlights that Starline .223 brass has a lower water capacity (29.3-29.6 grains) compared to Lake City brass (30.4 grains). This difference can lead to powder compression or overflowing when using maximum charges of certain powders like Hodgdon Varget, as demonstrated with a 27.5-grain charge for 55gr bullets. Despite this, the quality of Starline brass, including clean flash holes and consistent primer pockets, is praised.