Load data for .240 Belt. Riml. N.E. + 70gr Merlin Virtus
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 2.500 in / 63.50 mm, the max. cartridge length is 3.250 in / 82.55 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 60,191 PSI / 4,150 bar.
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 2.500 in / 63.50 mm, the max. cartridge length is 3.250 in / 82.55 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 60,191 PSI / 4,150 bar.
Load Specifications
ImperialMetric
Bullet:.243 | 70gr | Merlin
Cartridge:.240 Belt. Riml. N.E. load data
Case Length (L3):2.496" | 63.4 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.330" | 8.4 mm
Case Capacity:55 gow | 3.56 cm³
Primer Size:Large Rifle (LR)
Max. Pressure (C.I.P.):60,191 psi | 4,150 bar
Barrel Length:26.0" | 660 mm
Min. Twist Rate:1:10.5
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