Load data for .280 Rem. + 168gr Berger VLD Hunting
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 2.540 in / 64.52 mm, the max. cartridge length is 3.330 in / 84.58 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 58,740 PSI / 4,050 bar.

Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 2.540 in / 64.52 mm, the max. cartridge length is 3.330 in / 84.58 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 58,740 PSI / 4,050 bar.

Load Specifications
ImperialMetric
Bullet:.284 | 168gr | VLD Hunting
Cartridge:.280 Rem. load data
Case Length (L3):2.540" | 64.5 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.644" | 16.4 mm
Case Capacity:67.9 gow | 4.40 cm³
Primer Size:Large Rifle (LR)
Max. Pressure (C.I.P.):58,740 psi | 4,050 bar
Barrel Length:24.0" | 610 mm
Min. Twist Rate:1:10.0
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Community Loads for .280 Rem. + 168gr Berger VLD 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45.5 gr | 3.327" | 24.0" | 2457 fps | ••• | |
| 52.5 gr | 3.327" | 24.0" | 2510 fps | ••• | |
| 47.4 gr | 3.327" | 24.0" | 2501 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.327" | 24.0" | 2463 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.327" | 24.0" | 2649 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.327" | 24.0" | 2548 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.327" | 24.0" | 2699 fps | ••• | |
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