Sierra 174 .311 MK over 52 gr of IMR 4350, Win 7.62x54R neck sized, was reasonably accurate, within 6 in at 200 yd. No pressure signs, will try 53 gr load next as that was recommended to me. Same bullet and case over 43.5 gr of IMR 4895 was quite accurate, on par with Bulgarian Yellow Tip Heavy Ball 1955 surplus that shoots very well and consistently. Both reloads had OAL about 2.90, seated just enough for case to grip the bullet reasonably.

Tried some Lapua 7.62x53R cases with the same bullet, 44.5 gr of Varget, and it shot all over the map, the case is about 2/100 shorter than my 54R, not sure if it makes a difference, will try it with other powder later on.

Finding most bullets for this caliber scarce, cheaper to get surplus ammo.
Information
Warning: This is a relatively older thread
This discussion is older than 360 days. Some information contained in it may no longer be current.