9 twist? 8? 7? Where i shoot, bc matters so I run the longest most accurate bullets I can shoot precisely. Then the accuracy is down to me, in my 9 twist, with this shortage I'm coming back to 65 btsp or 62 fbbt. Also purpose matters, hd/sd vs range time vs Dogtown vs deer size game vs hide season.Just got my first AR looking to reload, what type of bullets are y’all using for plinking(boat tail/flat base) powder suggestions? Thanks
Probably the most popular plinking load would be Hornady 55 gr FMJ's with Hodgdon H335 powder. Use Hodgdon data. Hornady's 55 gr Spire Point is also a great plinking bullet. Buy in bulk quantities. Worth the pennies extra for Hornady's. Shoots well in 1/9, 1/8, and even 1/7 twist barrels plus good for 1/12 bolt action rifles.
I love Varget, use it for just about anything I can. It is very good for most everything I have, and more than good enough for everything else.
Varget is an excellent powder for .223, though IMO wasted for plinking ammo.
My bullet suggestions would really depend on your barrel twist rate? One of my AR rifles is a Colt Target Sporter with a 1:7 Twist and I never had the best of luck with the 55 grain bullets. As to powders there are plenty to choose from. Once you know your twist rate and choose a bullet to try then look at available powders to suit your bullet choice. What works for me in any of my guns may not shoot well at all in your guns.Just got my first AR looking to reload, what type of bullets are y’all using for plinking(boat tail/flat base) powder suggestions? Thanks