Load data for .218 Bee + 35gr Hornady V-MAX

The most recommended powders for this combination are Hodgdon LilGun, Lovex S040 and Vihtavuori N110.

.218 Bee cartridge with combo bulletSeated DepthL3 = 1.345 in / 34.16 mmL6 = 1.680 in / 42.67 mmSeated Depth = .185 in / 4.69 mm

Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 1.345 in / 34.16 mm, the max. cartridge length is 1.680 in / 42.67 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 46,412 PSI / 3,200 bar.

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Load Specifications

ImperialMetric
Case Length (L3):1.345" | 34.2 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.215" | 5.5 mm
Case Capacity:18 gow | 1.17 cm³
Primer Size:Small Rifle (SR)
Max. Pressure (C.I.P.):46,412 psi | 3,200 bar
Barrel Length:24.0" | 610 mm
Min. Twist Rate:Stabilizes in any common twist

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