Load data for .30-06 R Stief + 140gr Merlin Virtus
526 suitable loads across 91 powder(s) for cartridge .30-06 R Stief with 140gr Merlin Virtus bullet.
The most recommended powders for this combination are Alliant Power Pro 2000-MR, Hodgdon CFE223 and ReloadSwiss RS 52.
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 58,740 PSI / 4,050 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 58,740 PSI / 4,050 bar.
Load Specifications
ImperialMetric
Bullet:.308 | 140gr | Merlin
Cartridge:.30-06 R Stief load data
Case Length (L3):2.490" | 63.2 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.454" | 11.5 mm
Case Capacity:69 gow | 4.47 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:1:13.0
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