Load data for .243 Win. + 80gr Hornady ELD-VT

560 suitable loads across 95 powder(s) for cartridge .243 Win. with 80gr Hornady ELD-VT bullet.

The most recommended powders for this combination are ReloadSwiss RS 70, ReloadSwiss RS 60 and Alliant Reloder-17.

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 | 80gr | ELD-VT

Cartridge:.243 Win. load data

Case Length (L3):2.044" | 51.9 mm

Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••

Seated Depth:0.545" | 13.8 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:1:8.0

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Community Loads for .243 Win. + 80gr Hornady ELD-VT

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)

43.2 gr	2.710"	36.0"	3248 fps	•••
43.5 gr	2.710"	36.0"	3268 fps	•••

45.0 gr	2.710"	22.0"	2923 fps	•••

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