Load data for .243 WSSM + 85gr Sierra VarmintKing

573 suitable loads across 102 powder(s) for cartridge .243 WSSM with 85gr Sierra VarmintKing 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 | VarmintKing

Cartridge:.243 WSSM load data

Case Length (L3):1.663" | 42.2 mm

Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••

Seated Depth:0.276" | 7.0 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 VarmintKing

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"	2930 fps	•••
46.3 gr	2.360"	24.0"	2976 fps	•••
47.0 gr	2.360"	24.0"	3023 fps	•••

•••	2.360"	24.0"	3054 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3095 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3135 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3176 fps	•••

•••	2.360"	24.0"	3025 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3070 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3109 fps	•••

•••	2.360"	24.0"	3041 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3081 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3113 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3154 fps	•••

•••	2.360"	24.0"	2970 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3011 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3054 fps	•••

•••	2.360"	24.0"	3122 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3161 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3198 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3236 fps	•••

•••	2.360"	24.0"	2978 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3018 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3057 fps	•••

•••	2.360"	24.0"	3073 fps	•••

•••	2.360"	24.0"	3018 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3062 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3107 fps	•••

•••	2.360"	24.0"	3122 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3161 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3193 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3231 fps	•••

•••	2.360"	24.0"	3080 fps	•••

•••	2.360"	24.0"	3070 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3114 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3151 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3195 fps	•••

•••	2.360"	24.0"	2884 fps	•••

•••	2.360"	24.0"	3111 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3156 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3200 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3244 fps	•••

•••	2.360"	24.0"	2867 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	2911 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	2951 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	2996 fps	•••

•••	2.360"	24.0"	3094 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3138 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3180 fps	•••
•••	2.360"	24.0"	3225 fps	•••

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