I started with swede data and they went past max to the 260 data. The swede case is about 3% larger than the 260 so you should be able to load it with 3% more powder. I didn't go that far, I went up in 1/2 grain increments and never ran into any pressure signs. The load is very accurate, 50 grs of re22 with a 129 gr spirepoint, whacked a buck lat year with the longest offhand shot i've ever made, 258 paces.
260 vs the Swede
- Thread starter billyc
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I started with swede data and they went past max to the 260 data. The swede case is about 3% larger than the 260 so you should be able to load it with 3% more powder. I didn't go that far, I went up in 1/2 grain increments and never ran into any pressure signs. The load is very accurate, 50 grs of re22 with a 129 gr spirepoint, whacked a buck lat year with the longest offhand shot i've ever made, 258 paces.
I looked at my Nosler guide and it does say that the swede loads are for modern actions. But the 260 still seems to have more velocity(although the 260's barrel is 1inch longer). I thought I would see the swede to be ahead of the 260 with 140gr bullets but apparently the 260 has a slight advantage in velocity.
From what I'm reading on here though if you carefully worked up using the 260 loads in your swede you should be able to match the 260 and not have to deal with compressed loads. Am I correct in saying that?
Yep, not that it matters much though. 129 grain bullet at 2700 fps vs 2900 fps has no practical difference at hunting ranges.
RememberTheSomme
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Go with the 6.5.
A classic and a bench mark catridge for comparison's in this case size/bullet diameter.
If the .260 had a truck load of factory load's such as in the .308Win, it wouldn't be a bad choice. If you're not a handloader, theres as many 6.5 factory loads as the .260 or more. If you handload, then it dosen't matter either way.
The believe the 6.5X55 was the first caliber to coin the phrase, "Gentle recoil and deep penetration". That's my 2 cents worth and I'm not really a fan of either.
A classic and a bench mark catridge for comparison's in this case size/bullet diameter.
If the .260 had a truck load of factory load's such as in the .308Win, it wouldn't be a bad choice. If you're not a handloader, theres as many 6.5 factory loads as the .260 or more. If you handload, then it dosen't matter either way.
The believe the 6.5X55 was the first caliber to coin the phrase, "Gentle recoil and deep penetration". That's my 2 cents worth and I'm not really a fan of either.
Hey Gatehouse, what's a "ling action"? Is that a Finnish rifle with a Chinese action, or do you have a lisp?
If you can get optimal pressures out of hte 6.5 swede it would be an optimal performer and you should be able to seat bullets better for more performance. If not, then I'm partial to the 260 Rem. I really like my 260 Rem. 130 grain TSX at 2800 fps into MOA or better.
unstableryan
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My t3 in 6.5 lets me barely fit the bullets into the case and still work fine.. you can use the long 30'06 mag to fit the bullet to the grooves without problems.
Mine loves 129gr sst's.. makes me feel great at the range compared to my friends with their hunting rifles...
Mine loves 129gr sst's.. makes me feel great at the range compared to my friends with their hunting rifles...
Swedes
I have bought some great Husqvarna M/96 Sporters from Trade-Ex, and almost all of them have been less than $300.
Trade-Ex gives an excellent description and photo of each rifle, and you can call their toll free line for more information. Service is outstanding. Anthony will also send you a few additional photos of a particular rifle if you request them.
Commercial sporters will say "Husqvarna, Stiga, etc." Sporterized military rifles generally are advertised as "Swedish sporter."
If you read the descriptions carefully, you can find these rifles with scope bases attached, with adjustable triggers, with side safeties, and other extras already done to them. I have found that their descriptions of the rifles are very conservative, and you usually get a much better rifle than you expect.
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I have bought some great Husqvarna M/96 Sporters from Trade-Ex, and almost all of them have been less than $300.
Trade-Ex gives an excellent description and photo of each rifle, and you can call their toll free line for more information. Service is outstanding. Anthony will also send you a few additional photos of a particular rifle if you request them.
Commercial sporters will say "Husqvarna, Stiga, etc." Sporterized military rifles generally are advertised as "Swedish sporter."
If you read the descriptions carefully, you can find these rifles with scope bases attached, with adjustable triggers, with side safeties, and other extras already done to them. I have found that their descriptions of the rifles are very conservative, and you usually get a much better rifle than you expect.
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Lots of luck with the shoulder repair, if it`s a rotator cuff you will have more trouble just picking up a rifle. I`m in the last few weeks of physio therapy and it takes time to heal. Mind you my shoulder was torn up pretty bad, and it was my right and i`m right handed. Best of luck with the recovery.
Yep rotator cuff. Full tear and partial. How long was your recovery?
as for the rifle either one is DRT deadly. I like the 260 but I have never seen loaded ammo in a store for it. its a 6 of one half dozen of another. as for the shoulder go easy on it and do not take the anti inflamitories on an empty stomach. the good stuff you get with a scrip is bad for your stomach if it's empty. Happy hunting
My surgery was on april 20 had to wear a sling-imobilizer for 6 weeks. Then no lifting pushing or pulling for 6 weeks. I was told it may take 3-4 months to get full use back, it gets better every day. Still have trouble tucking in a shirt, still it`s better than the pain i had before.
