Load data for .30-06 Ackley Improved + 168gr Sierra MatchKing
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 2.494 in / 63.35 mm, the max. cartridge length is 3.340 in / 84.84 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 62,366 PSI / 4,300 bar.

Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 2.494 in / 63.35 mm, the max. cartridge length is 3.340 in / 84.84 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 62,366 PSI / 4,300 bar.

Load Specifications
ImperialMetric
Bullet:.308 | 168gr | MatchKing
Cartridge:.30-06 Ackley Improved load data
Case Length (L3):2.486" | 63.1 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.458" | 11.6 mm
Case Capacity:70 gow | 4.54 cm³
Primer Size:Large Rifle (LR)
Max. Pressure (C.I.P.):62,366 psi | 4,300 bar
Barrel Length:24.0" | 610 mm
Min. Twist Rate:1:13.5
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Community Loads for .30-06 Ackley Improved + 168gr Sierra MatchKing
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51.5 gr | 3.332" | 26.0" | 2767 fps | ••• | |
| 53.0 gr | 3.332" | 26.0" | 2475 fps | ••• | |
| 54.9 gr | 3.332" | 26.0" | 2561 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.332" | 26.0" | 2650 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.332" | 26.0" | 2737 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.332" | 26.0" | 2825 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.332" | 26.0" | 2871 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.332" | 26.0" | 2407 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.332" | 26.0" | 2505 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.332" | 26.0" | 2602 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.332" | 26.0" | 2702 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.332" | 26.0" | 2801 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.332" | 26.0" | 2854 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.332" | 26.0" | 2903 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.332" | 26.0" | 2559 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.332" | 26.0" | 2648 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.332" | 26.0" | 2736 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.332" | 26.0" | 2823 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.332" | 26.0" | 2470 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.332" | 26.0" | 2549 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.332" | 26.0" | 2630 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.332" | 26.0" | 2708 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.332" | 26.0" | 2788 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.332" | 26.0" | 2828 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.332" | 26.0" | 2867 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.332" | 26.0" | 2604 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.332" | 26.0" | 2708 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.332" | 26.0" | 2807 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.332" | 26.0" | 2432 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.332" | 26.0" | 2512 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.332" | 26.0" | 2398 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.332" | 26.0" | 2496 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.332" | 26.0" | 2593 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.332" | 26.0" | 2690 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.332" | 26.0" | 2788 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.332" | 26.0" | 2838 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.332" | 26.0" | 2884 fps | ••• | |
Charge weights beyond the first rows and all pressure values are only visible with an active Pro licence.