IMR`s "Trailboss" with cast rifle loads?

[Fatelvis]

Does anyone know where IMR`s new Trailboss powder falls on the powder burn rate chart? It looks like if it is near 2400, it would be a great choice for reduced charge cast bullet loads in rifles. I wrote IMR, and Im now waiting for a response.

 

[cropcirclewalker]

I have the IMR 2005 Smokeless Powder Reloaders Guide (the free handout) and it lists 6 Trail Boss recipies for long range rifle in their Cowboy action data.

At the top of the list it says to call (913) 362-9455 for advice on any other cartridge.

In 30-30 they list a recipe for the 165 gr cast LFN. I am interested in the 120 gr LRN, so I guess I will call them.

I am interested too in a light load in .30-06. I already have 2 jugs of it and am anxiously awaiting for some free time.

 

[Fatelvis]

IMR wrote me back, and they said its burn speed is close to Bullseye. Too fast for cast rifle loads, IMO.

 

[Harve Curry]

IMR wrote me back, and they said its burn speed is close to Bullseye. Too fast for cast rifle loads, IMO.

yea, and black powder is close to high explosives

 

[db_tanker]

Trailboss worked REAL good in my 45-70 with loads between 12 grs all the way up to 16...16 started to give some recoil with my carbine (contender).


I am still working on more data as I get a chance...


as far as cast bullets goes...I am going to be trying a 170 LFN in my 20" model 94 as soon as I can get to the range....I have also been looking into a load for my 44 mag with some 240 gr Keith style bullets and some 250 gr SWC's. I see much potential for the Cherrios....


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