I was always under the impression that the K version was 150-200fps faster than the standard Hornet. Here I use Wilson dies with an arbor press. Ackley in the early 1950s. Their range is totally different (7.1 - 8.9 grns for a 50 grn. IMHO, the 17 cal is just too small for coyotes and it will have a lot of wind drift. I thought I’d give a detailed account of how I’ve got to where I am now regarding loads for the 17 Hornet. The .17 K Hornet also has a case length of 1.411 in" (35.84mm) and an overall length of 1.72 in" (43.69mm).Additional Cartridge Designations: Wildcat Cartridge.

That is why I have a 22-250. So I have a 100 on order but doing a search of the Hornady website they have no update for the 15.5 NTX at all. The .17 Hornet is a .17 caliber centerfire rifle cartridge originally offered as a "wildcat cartridge" made by P.O. Although the 17 Hornet is cool, I would opt for more bullet weight and go with a 22 Hornet or 22 K Hornet. by Bills Shed » Wed Feb 26, 2014 8:12 am Just picked up a CZ 527 classic, in 17 Hornet. The .17 K Hornet (AKA: .17 Kilbourn Hornet) is a Center Fire cartridge with a Bullet Diameter of 0.172 in" (4.37mm) that is primarily used in Rifles.

In my 17 Hornet CZ527 the factory load is hard to beat. Hodgens Lil Gun powder will work in both the 17 and 22 Hornet cartridges. Manufactured by E. Arthur Brown Company with special attention to detail, precision, and the materials necessary to enhance accuracy. I have CFE-BLK and A1680. Though it has low recoil, the 17 Hornet cartridge offers plenty of speed. Select your cartridge type from the drop-down list. I have been loading the 17 Hornet since about 2012. 17 Ackley Hornet Loads Last week I wrote about forming the .17 Ackley Hornet, but how about reloading the fireformed cases? If I ever need something smaller than the 22-250, it will be a 221 Fireball. I have been using Hodgdon's load data for their Lil Gun powder (12 - 13 grns for a 50 grn. However, the case is not just necked-down from .22 caliber. But, my GO-TOO load for the Hornet is the Sierra 40gr HP under 12.5gr of Hod. Pressures are very low, making case life very long. Click "Get Data" to view results. The .17 K Hornet originated in (UNKNOWN ORIGIN) in (UNKNOWN DATE). The .17 K Hornet originated in (UNKNOWN ORIGIN) in (UNKNOWN DATE). Reloading the 17 Hornet. Hodgens web site has reloading data for both Hornets. Reloading the 17 Hornet. Click Here to download data for the 17 AH. Anybody come up with any reloading data for any of these combinations. Hornady says its new 17 Hornet ammo will push a 20gr V-Max at 3,650 fps — that’s 1300 fps faster than a 17 HMR loaded with 20-grainers. Reloading equipment, methods, load data, powder and projectile information. 46 posts • Page 1 of 3 • 1, 2, 3.

The 17 Hornet is based on the venerable rimmed .22 Hornet case. bullet). The .17 K Hornet (AKA: .17 Kilbourn Hornet) is a Center Fire cartridge with a Bullet Diameter of 0.172 in" (4.37mm) that is primarily used in Rifles. I have some Lil Gun on hand but am looking for some 1680 powder. The 17 case is made of thicker brass and improved like the K Hornet so it is rated at a higher chamber pressure than the 22 H brass. 17 Hornet 1:9, Standard Model, Match Grade Barrel TC Encore Accuracy Barrels® fit the TC Encore and Pro Hunter frames. Now I have enough empty cases to handload. I've been shooting my new CZ .17 Hornet with factory ammo this spring, on both targets and rodents, and am very impressed.
It will be a hunting rifle only. Then select your bullet weight, powder manufacturer and powder type. Accuracy, and down range ballistics make this about as good as it gets for any Hornet use. Thanks in advance Varmint hunters will be pleased to see the addition of complete data for the popular 17 Hornet. He created this non-factory (wildcat) offering by simply necking-down the .22 Hornet to .17 caliber and fire-forming the resized cases in his new chamber design. Find what you need in four easy steps. For comparison, the maximum load for the .22 Hornet with Accurate 1680 powder is 13.5 Gr., resulting in 2516 FPS from a 20-inch barrel; however, the maximum charge of 1680 in the .22 K-Hornet is 16.0 Gr., resulting in 3177 FPS from a 20-inch barrel, and 2854 FPS from a 14-inch barrel. The .17 K Hornet also has a case length of 1.411 in" (35.84mm) and an overall length of 1.72 in" (43.69mm).Additional Cartridge Designations: Wildcat Cartridge. If I ever need something smaller than the 22-250, it … bullet) . I can't help you with any data using Alliant's 2400, I use the aforementioned Lilgun and as far as I'm concerned it is "the" powder for the 17 Hornet. If you're unsure, or just want options, check as many boxes as you'd like. I'm having a Anschutz hornet re-barreled and switching it to K-Hornet, in the Hodgdon 2015 manual most loads show less than 100fps increase in velocity using .5 to 1.0 grain more powder. It’s a bit of a read but hopefully will be of interest to anyone looking to develop a load for the 17 Hornet (although it seems to be quite an uncommon calibre at the moment). Along with comprehensive load data, the 2013 Annual Manual offers authoritative articles by top gun and outdoor industry writers working with the editors of Shooting Times magazine.