Load data for .243 Win. + 55gr Nosler Ballistic Tip Varmint

525 suitable loads across 94 powder(s) for cartridge .243 Win. with 55gr Nosler Ballistic Tip Varmint bullet.

The most recommended powders for this combination are ReloadSwiss RS 60, ReloadSwiss RS 52 and IMR 3031.

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.

55gr Nosler Ballistic Tip Varmint bullet image

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 | 55gr | Ballistic Tip Varmint

Cartridge:.243 Win. load data

Case Length (L3):2.044" | 51.9 mm

Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••

Seated Depth:0.181" | 4.6 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:1:11.5

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Community Loads for .243 Win. + 55gr Nosler Ballistic Tip Varmint

Real loads for this combination shared by our community. Charge weights are only fully visible with an active Pro licence.

Charge (gr)	C.O.L.	Barrel Length	Velocity (fps)	Pressure (psi)

44.7 gr	2.650"	24.0"	3374 fps	•••

41.3 gr	2.650"	24.0"	3378 fps	•••

39.0 gr	2.650"	24.0"	3391 fps	•••
•••	2.650"	24.0"	3556 fps	•••

•••	2.650"	24.0"	3700 fps	•••

•••	2.650"	24.0"	3563 fps	•••

•••	2.650"	24.0"	3400 fps	•••

•••	2.650"	24.0"	3303 fps	•••

•••	2.650"	24.0"	3608 fps	•••

•••	2.650"	24.0"	3627 fps	•••

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