Load data for .30-40 Krag + 165gr Sierra GameKing
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 2.314 in / 58.78 mm, the max. cartridge length is 3.089 in / 78.46 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 47,137 PSI / 3,250 bar.
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 2.314 in / 58.78 mm, the max. cartridge length is 3.089 in / 78.46 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 47,137 PSI / 3,250 bar.
Load Specifications
ImperialMetric
Bullet:.308 | 165gr | GameKing
Cartridge:.30-40 Krag load data
Case Length (L3):2.314" | 58.8 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.471" | 12.0 mm
Case Capacity:58 gow | 3.76 cm³
Primer Size:Large Rifle (LR)
Max. Pressure (C.I.P.):47,137 psi | 3,250 bar
Barrel Length:24.0" | 610 mm
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Community Loads for .30-40 Krag + 165gr Sierra GameKing
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41.0 gr | 3.089" | 22.0" | 2201 fps | ••• | |
| 42.9 gr | 3.089" | 22.0" | 2304 fps | ••• | |
| 44.8 gr | 3.089" | 22.0" | 2408 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.089" | 22.0" | 2176 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.089" | 22.0" | 2307 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.089" | 22.0" | 2440 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.089" | 22.0" | 2255 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.089" | 22.0" | 2363 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.089" | 22.0" | 2468 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.089" | 22.0" | 2204 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.089" | 22.0" | 2299 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.089" | 22.0" | 2392 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.089" | 22.0" | 2486 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.089" | 22.0" | 2285 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.089" | 22.0" | 2396 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.089" | 22.0" | 2215 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.089" | 22.0" | 2322 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.089" | 22.0" | 2432 fps | ••• | |
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