Load data for .240 Weath. Mag. + 70gr Hornady SP
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 2.500 in / 63.50 mm, the max. cartridge length is 3.100 in / 78.74 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 63,817 PSI / 4,400 bar.
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 2.500 in / 63.50 mm, the max. cartridge length is 3.100 in / 78.74 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 63,817 PSI / 4,400 bar.
Load Specifications
ImperialMetric
Bullet:.243 | 70gr | SP
Cartridge:.240 Weath. Mag. load data
Case Length (L3):2.500" | 63.5 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.331" | 8.4 mm
Case Capacity:64 gow | 4.15 cm³
Primer Size:Large Rifle (LR)
Max. Pressure (C.I.P.):63,817 psi | 4,400 bar
Barrel Length:24.0" | 610 mm
Min. Twist Rate:1:11.0
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Community Loads for .240 Weath. Mag. + 70gr Hornady SP
Real loads for this combination shared by our community. Charge weights are only fully visible with an active Pro licence.
| Powder | Charge (gr) | C.O.L. | Barrel Length | Velocity (fps) | Pressure (psi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52.0 gr | 3.031" | — | 3310 fps | ••• | |
| 54.4 gr | 3.031" | — | 3463 fps | ••• | |
| 50.8 gr | 3.031" | — | 3437 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.031" | — | 3581 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.063" | 24.0" | 3342 fps | ••• | |
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