Originally Posted by Spotshooter
Hmm.. I had hoped it would do 3100 fps in a 24" 280AI.

I have a 168 gr load with 4831sc that averages just over 3k fps now.



That is smoking fast from a 24" barrel. I may have a slow barrel but do not think that I can get to 3000 fps with rl 26 much less 4821sc with the 168vld. I do find that Berger VLD bullets can be pushed faster than other bullets of similar or slightly less weight.