Remington UMC 180gr FMJ Pull-Down

Intercooler · December 12 2013 05:11:28 PM MST

My PA gun store had plenty of Remington including 10mm. I haven't shot these in a good bit and we didn't do the pull-down yet. I'm pretty sure it's canister powder but figured I would get things started.

Cartridge is from Ammo Manufacture: Remington 180gr FMJ (brass jacket)
Ballistics Information: 10mm Auto
Muzzle Velocity: 1140 fps
Muzzle Energy: 545 ft. lbs
Brass Make/Headstamp: Remington Peters - Nickel
Bullet Make/Weight/Construction/Info; Length 0.5870"/Dia. 0.4000": 180gr. FMJ (brass jacket)(maybe Montana Gold)
Actual weigh 179.8 grains Crimp Diameter 0.4000"
Meplat 0.2750" / Exposed Lead Base
C.O.A.L.: 1.2540"
Primer: Nickel color
Case: Diameter 0.4215" Crimp Diameter 0.4225" Length 0.9875"
Powder Description/Positive ID/Type/Charge Weight: Power Pistol 7.4 grains

I added the data and pictures to Intercooler's original post here...The_Shadow

Intercooler · December 14 2013 10:22:25 AM MST

The data from past testing shows 1098 FPS. Today (EAA Pro 4.75") 1133, 1144, 1162, 1151, 1141. Average = 1146.2 FPS/ 525 LBS. I will plug this into the sheet until the next round.

4949shooter · December 15 2013 12:53:44 AM MST

Those are good numbers. David got 1105 out of his Glock.

Intercooler · December 15 2013 05:39:21 AM MST

It would be a great Walmart option if they could offer it in the $25 range.

The_Shadow · December 15 2013 08:27:14 AM MST

BPS in Baton Rouge usually carries them most of the time...My Wal Mart never ever carried 10mm... ${$default_huh_smiley}$
In fact none of my local outlets ever carried 10mm with the exception of one LGS that got a box of Winchester 200gr Black Talon many moons ago...I bought that box.

That was the reason I started handloading my own from day one! ${$default_grin_smiley}$

mag360 · December 15 2013 08:29:37 PM MST

This was the first 10mm I shot when i qualified it on my carry license except for a couple doubletap wfngc 200gr. It felt pretty good since my regular guns are all 9mm compacts or subcompacts. I paid $38/50 at the peak for two boxes since I needes it for my qualification. Now that I've shot 180gr tmj underwood it is mild haha. One of my favorite feeling loads is still the winchester ranger 230gr+p that goes about 985fps in a 1911 5", solid without being too snappy. Miss my 1911. I'm rambling now. Lol.

Intercooler · December 21 2013 10:24:15 AM MST

I put some through the Hunter 6" barrel to see if they increased but not really. I guess this powder is pretty much done at 4.75".

EAA Hunter 6" 1174, 1146, 1156, 1139. Average = 1153.75 FPS/ 532 LBS

My reloads with 7.3gr's WSF1 showed the same thing showing no gain in the longer barrel.

EAA Hunter 6" 1144, 1117, 1105, 1105, 1109, 1097. Average = 1112.83 FPS/ 495 LBS
EAA Limited 4.75" 1119, 1090, 1071, 1112, 1074. Average = 1093.2 FPS/ 478 LBS

BT8850 · December 24 2013 10:44:42 AM MST

Quote from: Intercooler on December 12 2013 05:11:28 PM MST
My PA gun store had plenty of Remington including 10mm. I haven't shot these in a good bit and we didn't do the pull-down yet. I'm pretty sure it's canister powder but figured I would get things started.

Wouldn't happen to be from Reddings Hardware in Gettysburg would it? They're about the only one in lower PA that everytime I'm there they have a pile of Remington 10mm!

P33v3 · December 24 2013 11:11:34 AM MST

I like the Remington ammo. It is consistent and functions well. I too wish it were a bit cheaper. It always seems to be above 30 bucks when it should be between 20 - 25.

Intercooler · December 24 2013 12:48:27 PM MST

Everyone should write Remington and tell them at the very least change to brass instead of Nickel for a price reduction.

tommac919 · December 25 2013 07:29:19 AM MST

One thing about the remington heads on the 180... ( also use them for reloads )

They all have a bump on the top like the metal was poured into a hp... I know its only a manf method and the remington 180 are VERY consistant in weight and accurate. Not really a complaint, just an observation.

4949shooter · December 28 2013 03:51:11 AM MST

Quote from: P33v3 on December 24 2013 11:11:34 AM MST
I like the Remington ammo. It is consistent and functions well. I too wish it were a bit cheaper. It always seems to be above 30 bucks when it should be between 20 - 25.

The Remington would be a great buy at $20 to $25.

The_Shadow · December 28 2013 09:46:28 AM MST

I added the Remington UMC 180gr FMJ Pull-Down data and pictures to Intercooler's original first post to make easier to find...
I was surprised to see the Power Pistol powder being used.
Enjoy!

Intercooler · December 28 2013 09:53:06 AM MST

We are positive Power Pistol and not canister?

The_Shadow · December 28 2013 10:34:52 AM MST

Yep! I have used that load before with very similar results... ${$default_cool_smiley}$