Load data for .300 PRC + 220gr Hornady ELD-X
The most recommended powders for this combination are Vihtavuori N165.
Based on SAAMI, the max. allowed case length is 2.580 in / 65.53 mm, the max. cartridge length is 3.700 in / 93.98 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 65,000 PSI / 4,482 bar.
Based on SAAMI, the max. allowed case length is 2.580 in / 65.53 mm, the max. cartridge length is 3.700 in / 93.98 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 65,000 PSI / 4,482 bar.
Load Specifications
ImperialMetric
Bullet:.308 | 220gr | ELD-X
Cartridge:.300 PRC load data
Case Length (L3):2.580" | 65.5 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.643" | 16.3 mm
Case Capacity:99 gow | 6.42 cm³
Primer Size:Large Rifle Magnum (LRM)
Max. Pressure (SAAMI):65,000 psi | 4,482 bar
Barrel Length:24.0" | 610 mm
Min. Twist Rate:1:10.0
Get PRO license to unlock all data and calculators
Community Loads for .300 PRC + 220gr Hornady ELD-X
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68.0 gr | 3.575" | 24.0" | 2540 fps | ••• | |
| 74.0 gr | 3.575" | 24.0" | 2747 fps | ••• | |
| 72.2 gr | 3.575" | 24.0" | 2461 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.575" | 24.0" | 2492 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.575" | 24.0" | 2694 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.575" | 24.0" | 2548 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.575" | 24.0" | 2759 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.700" | 26.0" | 2940 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.575" | 24.0" | 2493 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.575" | 24.0" | 2683 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.575" | 24.0" | 2376 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.575" | 24.0" | 2552 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.575" | 24.0" | 2408 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.575" | 24.0" | 2617 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.575" | 24.0" | 2578 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.575" | 24.0" | 2792 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.583" | 23.6" | 2340 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.583" | 23.6" | 2666 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.583" | 23.6" | 2366 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.583" | 23.6" | 2697 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.583" | 24.0" | 2556 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.700" | 24.0" | 2523 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.583" | 24.0" | 2589 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.583" | 24.0" | 2684 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.819" | 26.0" | 2995 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.575" | 24.0" | 2630 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.575" | 24.0" | 2862 fps | ••• | |
Charge weights beyond the first rows and all pressure values are only visible with an active Pro licence.