preferred bullet weight for VEPR II .223

[mseanmc]

What weight bullet works best in the .223 VEPR II?

It would seem that the 1 in 9 twist would cause problems for the 45 to 50 grain bullets. I'm thinking about trying 62 to 68 grain bullets.

[madhater1]

i've been using 55/62 and have not had any problems.

[Hozer]

My K model shoots everything but is most accurate with 52 grain hollowpoint.

[HDR]

I haven't tried any thing lighter than 55 gr. Had some sweet groups with 60 gr

What brand do you like?


In case any one is curious about rifling and bullet weights This is from Black Hill's site

Rifles for the .223 utilize a wide range of rifling twist rates, from 1 twist in 7" to 1 twist in 12". Bullets above 60 grains require faster twists to provide the best accuracy. As a general rule, bolt action rifles have a 1 in 12" twist and shoot best with bullet weights of 60 grains or less. Semi-automatic rifles produced since 1985 generally have a faster twist and can stabilize the heavier bullets but may not perform well with the lightest bullets. The 60 grain Soft Point and 60 grain V-Max are good choices for agencies or individuals who need one bullet weight to work in a variety of rifles with different twist rates. They generally work well in all twist rates from 1 in 7" to 1 in 12".
http://www.black-hills.com/

[mseanmc]

I have yet to put any rounds through my rifle. I just picked it up today.

I have another post on the board about .223 vs. 5.56. I know that the VEPR is based on the RPK receiver, and is thicker and heavier than most, but I have a concern about putting mil-spec ammo through a rifle that is chambered for .223.

Take a look at the link in my other post about .223 vs. 5.56 and let me know what you think.

Thanks,

Mike