Load data for .250 Savage + 85gr Nosler Ballistic Tip Varmint
The most recommended powders for this combination are Hodgdon VARGET.
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 1.912 in / 48.56 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.515 in / 63.88 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 52,939 PSI / 3,650 bar.
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 1.912 in / 48.56 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.515 in / 63.88 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 52,939 PSI / 3,650 bar.
Load Specifications
ImperialMetric
Cartridge:.250 Savage load data
Case Length (L3):1.912" | 48.6 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.412" | 10.5 mm
Case Capacity:45.5 gow | 2.95 cm³
Primer Size:Large Rifle (LR)
Max. Pressure (C.I.P.):52,939 psi | 3,650 bar
Barrel Length:24.0" | 610 mm
Min. Twist Rate:1:10.5
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Community Loads for .250 Savage + 85gr Nosler Ballistic Tip Varmint
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33.0 gr | 2.515" | 22.0" | 2753 fps | ••• | |
| 35.0 gr | 2.515" | 22.0" | 2909 fps | ••• | |
| 32.0 gr | 2.515" | 22.0" | 2661 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.515" | 22.0" | 2812 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.515" | 22.0" | 2977 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.515" | 22.0" | 2916 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.515" | 22.0" | 2719 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.515" | 22.0" | 2874 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.515" | 22.0" | 3036 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.515" | 22.0" | 2728 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.515" | 22.0" | 2883 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.515" | 22.0" | 3040 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.515" | 22.0" | 2617 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.515" | 22.0" | 2771 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.515" | 22.0" | 2930 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.515" | 22.0" | 2786 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.515" | 22.0" | 2949 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.515" | 22.0" | 3101 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.515" | 22.0" | 2690 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.515" | 22.0" | 2848 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.515" | 22.0" | 3004 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.515" | 22.0" | 2558 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.515" | 22.0" | 2714 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.515" | 22.0" | 2881 fps | ••• | |
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