Load data for .257 Weath. Mag. + 115gr Nosler Ballistic Tip Hunting
The most recommended powders for this combination are Alliant Reloder-25.
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 2.549 in / 64.74 mm, the max. cartridge length is 3.209 in / 81.51 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 63,817 PSI / 4,400 bar.
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 2.549 in / 64.74 mm, the max. cartridge length is 3.209 in / 81.51 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 63,817 PSI / 4,400 bar.
Load Specifications
ImperialMetric
Cartridge:.257 Weath. Mag. load data
Case Length (L3):2.549" | 64.7 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.553" | 14.1 mm
Case Capacity:84 gow | 5.44 cm³
Primer Size:Large Rifle Magnum (LRM)
Max. Pressure (C.I.P.):63,817 psi | 4,400 bar
Barrel Length:26.0" | 660 mm
Min. Twist Rate:1:9.5
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Community Loads for .257 Weath. Mag. + 115gr Nosler Ballistic Tip Hunting
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 59.0 gr | 3.250" | 26.0" | 3168 fps | ••• | |
| 61.0 gr | 3.209" | 26.0" | 3132 fps | ••• | |
| 63.0 gr | 3.209" | 26.0" | 3219 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.209" | 26.0" | 3302 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.209" | 26.0" | 3139 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.209" | 26.0" | 3232 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.209" | 26.0" | 3318 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.209" | 26.0" | 3261 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.209" | 26.0" | 3339 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.209" | 26.0" | 3142 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.209" | 26.0" | 3237 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.209" | 26.0" | 3325 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.209" | 26.0" | 3035 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.209" | 26.0" | 3115 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.209" | 26.0" | 3163 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.209" | 26.0" | 3242 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.209" | 26.0" | 3105 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.209" | 26.0" | 3185 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.209" | 26.0" | 2997 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.209" | 26.0" | 3082 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.209" | 26.0" | 3164 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.209" | 26.0" | 3230 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.209" | 26.0" | 3321 fps | ••• | |
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