Load data for .250 Savage + 90gr Sierra GameKing
The most recommended powders for this combination are Hodgdon VARGET and Hodgdon H4350.
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 | 90gr | GameKing
Cartridge:.250 Savage load data
Case Length (L3):1.912" | 48.6 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.352" | 8.9 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:1:13.0
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Community Loads for .250 Savage + 90gr Sierra GameKing
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 | 2.450" | 24.0" | 2837 fps | ••• | |
| 34.2 gr | 2.450" | 24.0" | 2930 fps | ••• | |
| 30.3 gr | 2.450" | 24.0" | 2554 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.450" | 24.0" | 2666 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.450" | 24.0" | 2763 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.450" | 24.0" | 2852 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.450" | 24.0" | 2932 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.450" | 24.0" | 2804 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.450" | 24.0" | 2911 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.450" | 24.0" | 3009 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.450" | 24.0" | 3049 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.450" | 24.0" | 2849 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.450" | 24.0" | 2933 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.450" | 24.0" | 3017 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.450" | 24.0" | 2641 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.450" | 24.0" | 2749 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.450" | 24.0" | 2855 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.450" | 24.0" | 2954 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.450" | 24.0" | 2999 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.450" | 24.0" | 2733 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.450" | 24.0" | 2828 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.450" | 24.0" | 2942 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.450" | 24.0" | 2674 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.450" | 24.0" | 2804 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.450" | 24.0" | 2933 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.450" | 24.0" | 3048 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.515" | 24.0" | 3035 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.450" | 24.0" | 2708 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.450" | 24.0" | 2816 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.450" | 24.0" | 2915 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.450" | 24.0" | 2965 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.450" | 24.0" | 2857 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.450" | 24.0" | 2948 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.450" | 24.0" | 3037 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.450" | 24.0" | 2615 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.450" | 24.0" | 2703 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.450" | 24.0" | 2791 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.450" | 24.0" | 2784 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.450" | 24.0" | 2872 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.450" | 24.0" | 2960 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.450" | 24.0" | 2996 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.450" | 24.0" | 2591 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.450" | 24.0" | 2691 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.450" | 24.0" | 2790 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.450" | 24.0" | 2881 fps | ••• | |
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