.22 BR Remington (Accurate Rifle Data)

.22 BR Remington (Accurate Rifle Data)

The “Accurate Rifle Data” edition for the .22 BR Remington presents refined load tables focused on practical performance in field rifles, bridging the gap between benchrest precision platforms and varmint rigs. While many think of the .22 BR chiefly in match contexts, this set of data adapts its potential to rifles where reliability, low recoil, and real-world consistency matter most.

In these tables, bullet weights from 50 to 60 grains are emphasized—weights that carry better through wind and deliver sufficient energy on small targets. Powders such as Benchmark, Varget, and IMR 8208 XBR are highlighted for their consistent burn rates and stable pressure curves. These propellants help produce outstanding accuracy without pushing throat erosion too aggressively.

The Accurate Rifle Data includes both start and maximum loads, always with caution notes about case life and temperature sensitivity. Many of the “maximum” entries are appendices rather than starting points—acknowledging that real benefits often lie in the 90–95 % region of pressure potential. This conservative approach helps rifles preserve accuracy over time.

Case preparation advice in the section underscores the importance of trimming, consistent neck tension, and annealing, especially when working with once-fired brass. Seating depth and minor bullet jump tuning are also addressed: the data shows how slight variations in OAL can affect group size and pressure signs, giving reloaders actionable guidance for their specific rifles.

Field-wise, the Accurate Rifle Data implies that the .22 BR can serve double-duty — excelling in both varmint and precision tasks when loaded properly. It underscores that for most shooters, the most repeatable loads—not the extreme ones—give the best results across varying conditions.

Source: Wolfe Publishing & Accurate Rifle Data