Load data for .243 WSSM + 85gr Speer Boat-Tail
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 | Boat-Tail
Cartridge:.243 WSSM load data
Case Length (L3):1.663" | 42.2 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.348" | 8.8 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 Speer Boat-Tail
Real loads for this combination shared by our community. Charge weights are only fully visible with an active Pro licence.
| Powder | Charge (gr) | C.O.L. | Barrel Length | Velocity (fps) | Pressure (psi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41.5 gr | 2.255" | — | 3023 fps | ••• | |
| 37.0 gr | 2.255" | — | 2976 fps | ••• | |
| 39.0 gr | 2.255" | 24.0" | 3109 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.255" | 24.0" | 3319 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.255" | — | 3087 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.255" | 24.0" | 3222 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.255" | — | 3001 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.255" | — | 3139 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.255" | — | 2936 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.255" | — | 3067 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.255" | — | 3045 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.255" | — | 3110 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.255" | — | 3001 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.255" | — | 3139 fps | ••• | |
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