11-05-2011, 05:49 PM
hm2 clark Wrote:...130 gr scirroco (loaded hot) 8-10 feet 1 shot 150lb class boar through snout into central chest knocking him straight backwards DRT
What kind of load do you use with the Scirocco? I've tried the Winchester 748 and AA2520 loads listed on the Alexander web site. I got better mv with 2520.
I figured LeveRevolution would be even better since it's a little slower. I worked up some loads with a max of 30.2 grains.
I thought I would see pressure signs and wouldn't ever shoot the 30.2, but it worked fine with a 2335 mv out of a 20 inch barrel.
I might be able o get up to 30.4 or 30.5. I'd like to get up to 2400 feet per second and then test the Scirocco to see the actual drop.
Swift says they have a BC of .571, but that's hard to believe. I've heard guys say .540 is more realistic, but that was at higher velocities of a .260.
Supposedly they will expand down to 1400 fps., which will take it out to over 800 yards.
If the BC really is that good, this could be one of the best long range bullets for the Grendel, and definately the best long range hunting bullet.
The gel tests that are on the AA site are outstanding.
RR