Load data for .243 Win. + 87gr Berger VLD Hunting

507 suitable loads across 95 powder(s) for cartridge .243 Win. with 87gr Berger VLD Hunting bullet.

The most recommended powders for this combination are ReloadSwiss RS 70, Somchem S365 and Hodgdon Superformance.

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

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Bullet:.243 | 87gr | VLD Hunting

Cartridge:.243 Win. load data

Case Length (L3):2.044" | 51.9 mm

Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••

Seated Depth:0.423" | 10.7 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:1:9.5

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Community Loads for .243 Win. + 87gr Berger VLD Hunting

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)

42.0 gr	2.770"	22.0"	2854 fps	•••
42.4 gr	2.770"	22.0"	2877 fps	•••
43.0 gr	2.710"	20.0"	2972 fps	•••
•••	2.710"	20.0"	3009 fps	•••

•••	2.750"	24.0"	3038 fps	•••
•••	2.710"	24.0"	3100 fps	•••
•••	2.669"	24.0"	3114 fps	•••

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