hk SL-8 load data needed

[coenie]

Can anyone please help me with some proven load data for my new h&k SL-8. I am somewhat dissappointed with it for now but I am hoping with the correct reloaded (or factory) ammo it will do well? Thanks.

 

[oenone]

Use heavier bullets! 62 grain should be your minimum, but aim for >75 grain for best results if you are into reloading. Everyone is disappointed with the HK SL8 when they use the default 55 grain rubbish. 63 grain RUAG 5.6 GP90 cartridges will give acceptable results, so will most NATO 5.56 ammo, as it should be 62 grain.

 

[GunBoy]

I am thinking of getting one also, believe it has a 1-7 twist, so heavy bullet it like, go to hodgdon website and check out some reloading data...

 

[Cerdan]

I'm loading 69gr. and over for my SL8, but contrary to most, I've been getting decent results with factory 55gr. fodder. Nothing spectacular, but then again I didn't buy this rifle for accuracy.