Load data for .250 Savage + 87gr Sierra VarmintKing
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
Bullet:.257 | 87gr | VarmintKing
Cartridge:.250 Savage load data
Case Length (L3):1.912" | 48.6 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.297" | 7.5 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:1:13.5
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Community Loads for .250 Savage + 87gr Sierra VarmintKing
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32.9 gr | 2.475" | 24.0" | 2847 fps | ••• | |
| 34.2 gr | 2.475" | 24.0" | 2943 fps | ••• | |
| 30.3 gr | 2.475" | 24.0" | 2558 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.475" | 24.0" | 2673 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.475" | 24.0" | 2770 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.475" | 24.0" | 2859 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.475" | 24.0" | 2941 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.475" | 24.0" | 2817 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.475" | 24.0" | 2927 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.475" | 24.0" | 3026 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.475" | 24.0" | 3068 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.475" | 24.0" | 2867 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.475" | 24.0" | 2954 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.475" | 24.0" | 3038 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.475" | 24.0" | 2646 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.475" | 24.0" | 2754 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.475" | 24.0" | 2863 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.475" | 24.0" | 2961 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.475" | 24.0" | 3008 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.475" | 24.0" | 2746 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.475" | 24.0" | 2840 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.475" | 24.0" | 2956 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.475" | 24.0" | 2675 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.475" | 24.0" | 2807 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.475" | 24.0" | 2938 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.475" | 24.0" | 3054 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.475" | 24.0" | 3100 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.475" | 24.0" | 2715 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.475" | 24.0" | 2824 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.475" | 24.0" | 2923 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.475" | 24.0" | 2977 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.475" | 24.0" | 2867 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.475" | 24.0" | 2956 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.475" | 24.0" | 3048 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.475" | 24.0" | 3093 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.475" | 24.0" | 2621 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.475" | 24.0" | 2710 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.475" | 24.0" | 2800 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.475" | 24.0" | 2793 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.475" | 24.0" | 2882 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.475" | 24.0" | 2972 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.475" | 24.0" | 3009 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.475" | 24.0" | 2698 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.475" | 24.0" | 2595 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.475" | 24.0" | 2695 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.475" | 24.0" | 2795 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.475" | 24.0" | 2888 fps | ••• | |
Charge weights beyond the first rows and all pressure values are only visible with an active Pro licence.