What kind of cartridge is IMR 8208 xBR made for?
What kind of cartridge is IMR 8208 xBR made for?
IMR 8208 XBR is an accurate-metering, super short-grained extruded rifle powder was designed expressly for match, varmint, and AR sniper cartridges. As a medium burn speed propellant, XBR is ideally suited for cartridges like the 223 Remington/5.56mm, 308 Winchester/7.62mm NATO and the 6mm PPC.
How is the 820th BDG different from other security forces?
The 820th BDG is different from other Security Forces Groups in that it is not on a rotational schedule, also known as Air Expeditionary Force (AEF). The concept of the 820th BDG is to have a high operations tempo and be ready to deploy to any location at a moment’s notice for extended periods of time.
When was the 820th Base Defense Group redesignated?
The 820th was redesignated from the 820th Security Forces Group to the 820th Base Defense Group in October 2010. Some veterans, current troops and family members of the unit maintain the Safeside Association. The volunteers maintain the history of the unit, provide periodic newsletters and organize an annual reunion at Moody Air Force Base.
When was the 820th SFG deployed to Iraq?
Ft Campbell, KY, 15 August 1968 – 31 December 1969. Since its re-activation in 1997, the 820th SFG has deployed in support of Operations Desert Safeside, Southern Watch, Iraqi Freedom, Enduring Freedom, and Bright Star.
What kind of Dasher does an IMR 8208 use?
In the former I use a 6 PPC, and in the latter, a 6mm Dasher or 6XC. It is topped with a 36X BRD Leupold that has had its internal adjustments “frozen” by Jackie Schmidt and rests in Gene Bukys’ adjustable mounts.
When did 8208 xBR powder first come out?
When 8208 XBR first came out, it was touted as being the powder of the future, was going to be awesome etc etc. Now it has been out for a while, has any one found any problems with it?
Why are IMR 8208 xBR-Hogdon called 7 SC ogive?
He calls them 7 SC ogive because the die maker said that they were a “7” but Del states that he believes that they are closer to an “8” ogive. Therefore, the “SC” stands for “subject to controversy”.