.500 Nitro Load Data, Got Any?

[Hunt101]

Hi, does anyone have any load data for .500 nitro? I'm not set on one particular bullet at the present, but do have interest in solids. However I'd value any load data softs or solids. These loads are for a modern double of good quality, and monolithic solids can be used.

Thank You

 

[ChrisG]

Hodgdon.com has data on a .500 NE with a 570 grain bullet : http://www.hodgdonreloading.com/data/rifle

 

[Hunt101]

Thank You for the link, I see a couple options I'll try.

 

[boldo 42]

Hi, does anyone have any load data for .500 nitro? I'm not set on one particular bullet at the present, but do have interest in solids. However I'd value any load data softs or solids. These loads are for a modern double of good quality, and monolithic solids can be used.

Thank You

You'll need to find out what load they regulated the double with , otherwise your in for a lot of R&D.

 

[KMG Hunting Safaris]

@Hunt101
I load my .500NE with 100gr of Somchem's S365 powder which is a South African powder. This is in front of a 570gr Peregrine solid, or the 570gr Woodleigh soft. You do get charts that gives you the conversion to American powders. This gives me on average 2080 fps at the muzzle.

Good luck and let us know how you go!

 

[Hunt101]

Hi, the rifle was regulated with Hornady Dangerous Game Ammo, however that ammo is not doing very well for me.

For what it is worth the Hornady factory loads were hitting 2175 out of my 23.5" barrels.

I'm trying out some Northfork bullets this weekend, but I'm lacking on load data for their bullets. I was only able to get recommendations for RL15 94 grains to 96 grains, no filler recommended.