270 Win and RL 26

[Lee Q. Loader]

I just wanted to post some results I got from a "new to me" load in my 270.
The load is 59.5 gr of RL 26 under a Speer 150 BTSP, CCI LR Primer, Win Brass, OAL 3.30.

I shot 3 rounds over the chrono, and 3 rounds at a target that was approx. 325 yards away.
Shot them from my Rem 700 BDL with a 22" barrel. These loads pack a pretty good kick, far greater recoil than anything I've shot in this rifle.
I was pretty impressed with the velocity of the 3 rounds: 2955, 2940 and 2942.
On the target I was impressed as well, not sub MOA, but the group was 4" wide and about 10" low.
My rifle is sighted in to be dead on at 100 yards with 130 grain bullet.
The reason I developed this load is I'm hoping to put some elk meat in the freezer. I'm going to put in for an anterless and spike only permit for the fall of 2020.
Does anyone have any knowledge of the terminal performance of the Speer 150 BTSP?

 

[sage5907]

I have fired hundreds of Speer bullets in my 270 Winchester rifles and I have a high respect for them. You'll probably get a lot of feedback to this thread saying that there are better choices from other manufacturers but if you like the bullets I can see no reason not to use them. On larger animals the bullets tend to stay inside the animal and cause extensive damage. I have found the lead in Speer bullets to be somewhat harder than that of a Sierra GameKing and for larger animals the harder core works well. The bullets are also accurate and shoot groups as well as many of the premium bullets at a far lower cost. I have Sierra, Nosler and Berger bullets loaded for my 270's but when it comes to game hunting I am most likely apt to use the Speer bullets. I like to hear the loud whap when they hit and to see the animal fall where it stands. I always use a high shoulder shot if it is available. Your powder charge is about 1 grain below max so keep an eye on your primers for pressure sign. You could try a few rounds at 58 grains to see if the group improves. Sight your rifle in at 200 yards to take advantage of the trajectory curve.

 

[Lee Q. Loader]

I was planning on resighting the rifle to 200 yards and getting some more range time with the load before the hunt, so I appreciate your advice on that.
I did work up to 59.5 grains in half grain increments starting at 56.0.
I've read all the things about the new bullets and their performance, but I'll stick with this load. I've shot quite a few Speers, Hornadys and Sierras. I like the Speers and Hornadys the best.

 

[sage5907]

I haven't used any Reloader 26 but it's great that you're able to get a velocity of over 2900 fps. I plan to try Reloader 26 during the winter because I like to try new things when there aren't many people at the range.