Loading up 223 tracers

[shootinxd]

I just got 100rnds of 223 tracers,has anybody reloaded and shot any of these?I generally reload 223 55grn with accurate 2230 @ 25grns.Is there a minimum load for them to be effective?

 

[NCsmitty]

I have no experience loading tracer bullets, but I do know that most milspec tracers are loaded with hotter burning powder to facilitate igniting the compound in the bullet. Whether A2230 will work ok, you'll have to try a couple to see.
Pats Reloading has some of the milsurp tracer powder for sale. It's designated "WC844T" and uses H335 data for loading.
Tracer powder is a bit harder on the barrel, because of the more intense flame front.

www.patsreloading.com/patsrel/prices.htm



NCsmitty

 

[robfromsc]

I have some tracers too, and have noticed their length is much longer than a comparable 55gn fmj, so be careful as to not compress that round.

I havent loaded mine, and doubt I ever will fyi