Load data for .30-06 Spring. + 168gr Nosler Ballistic Tip Hunting
The most recommended powders for this combination are IMR 4350.
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
Cartridge:.30-06 Spring. load data
Case Length (L3):2.494" | 63.3 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.480" | 12.2 mm
Case Capacity:68.2 gow | 4.42 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:1:12.5
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Community Loads for .30-06 Spring. + 168gr 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 53.0 gr | 3.320" | 24.0" | 2669 fps | ••• | |
| 55.0 gr | 3.320" | 24.0" | 2765 fps | ••• | |
| 57.0 gr | 3.320" | 24.0" | 2860 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.320" | 24.0" | 2673 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.320" | 24.0" | 2708 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.320" | 24.0" | 2802 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.320" | 24.0" | 2595 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.320" | 24.0" | 2688 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.320" | 24.0" | 2778 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.320" | 24.0" | 2652 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.320" | 24.0" | 2746 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.320" | 24.0" | 2837 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.320" | 24.0" | 2652 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.320" | 24.0" | 2742 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.320" | 24.0" | 2831 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.340" | — | 2409 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.340" | — | 2664 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.290" | 22.7" | 2385 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.320" | 24.0" | 2484 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.320" | 24.0" | 2572 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.320" | 24.0" | 2659 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.320" | 24.0" | 2685 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.320" | 24.0" | 2776 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.320" | 24.0" | 2575 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.320" | 24.0" | 2672 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.320" | 24.0" | 2768 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.320" | 24.0" | 2503 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.320" | 24.0" | 2597 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.320" | 24.0" | 2690 fps | ••• | |
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