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QUOTE (HRider @ Dec 11 2009, 08:35 AM) I think the switching ammo rule must be match specific. At the unsanctioned matches that I have been too, as long as the ammo meets the rules (non magnetic, makes power factor if there is a chrono, etc) it is good to go. I just reread the Ft.Benning rules (the most recent match held) and there was no mention of using only one type/weight bullet for the match. I also use good stuff for...

It depends on your barrel twist. In my limited experience the 75s generally don't do as well in 1/9 or slower barrels, however some people's rifles like them. Most folks tell me not to run anything heavier than a 69gr in a 1/9 barrel. I have a rifle with a 1/7 that likes 75gr bullets. It will also shoot well with Hornady 55fmj. Some of the other 55fmj factory loads don't do as well out of this rifle. So I guess what I am trying...

QUOTE (Dan Sierpina @ Dec 11 2009, 03:26 PM) Don 't buy the 75 or 80 grain Amax bullets. They are meant for High Power competition and single loading for the 600 yard slow fire. I didn't know that. Thanks. After a lot of putzing around, it seems that I've come to the same conclusion a lot of others have - just spend a few extra bucks and get the 69gr SMK's. I've got a 1:8 twist and have some Varget on...

What is the most common bullet weight for a .223 used in 3 Gun?

55 grain in general. 69 grain on steel or more than 300 yards out.

I'd have to guess 55gr too.

55's I'd guess.. since the largest percentage of targets are under 100 yards.. When you start getting out to 200-350yds or more.. 69s, I would think become the most common

Hornedy 55gr

MG 55's are great, for the longer shots over a 100 I go to the 77gr SMK. Rifle is doped with the 77's and close enough at 100 or less. Just a matter of cost.

I shoot 52 gr Black hills match at the longer stuff out to 300, cept in the wind then I'll break outthe 69 gr's...for anything else up close 100 yrds and in, is the bulk loaded/bought 55 gr's