#1 35 whelen loads

[eastbank]

i,m starting to work on loads for my 35 whelen with 200-225 gr bullets, i would like to get 2500-2550 fps. i would like to use the whelen for a spot and stalk rifle for deer and bear and have mounted a burris 4x on it for now, maybe later a 1x4 leupold compact. eastbank.

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[rangerbob]

I'd look at the loading data for RL 15 or AA 2520 for some stout loads for bullets like the 225 Sierra or Accubonds. I had a #1A in 35 Whelen and recoil with the above loads was significant. Bob!!

 

[eastbank]

RB, thanks. i have RL15. eastbank.

 

[rangerbob]

I think if you use RL 15, you'll reach a point where your shoulder will tell you that's enough. The Sierra manual has some good loads, as do all of the others. Bob!! :mrgreen:

 

[Silent Sam]

That velocity range should be easy to get with the Whelen. For 200gr bullets that is in the starting load range. I shoot a 358Win w/225s @ 2450 w/ a 20" barrel and that is not a "hot" load. Gun weight is 7# or less. Felt recoil is a personal thing but if you are accustomed to a 30-06 with 180gr bullets or cartridges that recoil at that level it shouldn't be an issue. Recoil velocity will be less.

 

[Heliman]

I can only comment on bullet choice. In my opinion the 225gr Accubond is the best performing bullet out there. I only shot factory ammo with this bullet but was totally satisfied with it's terminal performance and accuracy. Just my two cents....

Dave