Load data for .243 WSSM + 85gr Sierra GameKing

641 suitable loads across 105 powder(s) for cartridge .243 WSSM with 85gr Sierra GameKing bullet.

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

Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 1.670 in / 42.42 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.360 in / 59.94 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 63,817 PSI / 4,400 bar.

Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 1.670 in / 42.42 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.360 in / 59.94 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 63,817 PSI / 4,400 bar.

Load Specifications

ImperialMetric

Bullet:.243 | 85gr | GameKing

Cartridge:.243 WSSM load data

Case Length (L3):1.663" | 42.2 mm

Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••

Seated Depth:0.306" | 7.8 mm

Case Capacity:53.9 gow | 3.49 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 .243 WSSM + 85gr Sierra GameKing

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)

45.6 gr	2.360"	24.0"	2932 fps	•••
46.3 gr	2.360"	24.0"	2977 fps	•••
47.0 gr	2.360"	24.0"	3026 fps	•••

•••	2.360"	24.0"	3055 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3098 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3139 fps	•••

•••	2.360"	24.0"	3026 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3071 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3109 fps	•••

•••	2.360"	24.0"	3042 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3082 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3114 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3156 fps	•••

•••	2.360"	24.0"	2974 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3015 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3055 fps	•••

•••	2.360"	24.0"	3123 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3162 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3202 fps	•••

•••	2.360"	24.0"	2980 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3020 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3062 fps	•••

•••	2.360"	24.0"	3077 fps	•••

•••	2.360"	24.0"	3019 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3065 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3110 fps	•••

•••	2.360"	24.0"	3125 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3162 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3194 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3232 fps	•••

•••	2.360"	24.0"	3080 fps	•••

•••	2.360"	24.0"	3071 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3116 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3154 fps	•••

•••	2.300"	24.0"	2991 fps	•••

•••	2.295"	24.0"	2902 fps	•••

•••	2.360"	24.0"	2837 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	2887 fps	•••

•••	2.360"	24.0"	3115 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3158 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3202 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3245 fps	•••

•••	2.360"	24.0"	2870 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	2915 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	2952 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	2998 fps	•••

•••	2.360"	24.0"	3094 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3143 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3182 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3229 fps	•••

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