Load data for .243 Win. + 115gr Berger VLD Target
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 2.045 in / 51.94 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.710 in / 68.83 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 60,191 PSI / 4,150 bar.
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 2.045 in / 51.94 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.710 in / 68.83 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 60,191 PSI / 4,150 bar.
Load Specifications
ImperialMetric
Bullet:.243 | 115gr | VLD Target
Cartridge:.243 Win. load data
Case Length (L3):2.044" | 51.9 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.526" | 13.4 mm
Case Capacity:54 gow | 3.50 cm³
Primer Size:Large Rifle (LR)
Max. Pressure (C.I.P.):60,191 psi | 4,150 bar
Barrel Length:24.0" | 610 mm
Min. Twist Rate:1:7.5
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Community Loads for .243 Win. + 115gr Berger VLD Target
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 44.5 gr | 2.850" | 24.0" | 2773 fps | ••• | |
| 42.5 gr | 2.850" | 24.0" | 2734 fps | ••• | |
| 45.5 gr | 2.850" | 24.0" | 2734 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.850" | 24.0" | 2730 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.850" | 24.0" | 2719 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.850" | 24.0" | 2485 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.850" | 24.0" | 2746 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.850" | 24.0" | 2523 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.850" | 24.0" | 2901 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.850" | 24.0" | 2709 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.850" | 24.0" | 2535 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.850" | 24.0" | 2562 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.850" | 24.0" | 2414 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.850" | 24.0" | 2730 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.850" | 24.0" | 2764 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.850" | 24.0" | 2693 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.850" | 24.0" | 2603 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.850" | 24.0" | 2794 fps | ••• | |
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