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Does anyone have any experience with either of the bullets ? I would like to get an idea of how accurate they both are and maybe what a good load would be in AR's with a 16" 1 in 8 and a 20" 1 in 9 barrels .
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They are both good bullets in an AR. Yes the soft point will feed very well in an AR. The post above is in error.
The Hornady is the best 55 gr FMJBT made.
Expect 5 shot groups of around 1 inch at 100 yds with scope/bench rest.
The Hornady 55 gr SP is one of the best soft points in this weight, they expand well.
Expect 5 shot groups of less than 1 inch at 100 yds with scope/bench rest.
I use the same exact load with either bullet and seat them mid cannelure. Remember I worked up to my loads to come up with this statement. Be safe, do your own work ups.
I put a light crimp on the FMJ and none on the SP.
With proper neck tension, crimping is opitional, so do what you like with the crimp.
Some will get better/worse results than me with their accuracy.