Load data for .300 Savage + 165gr Sierra GameKing
The most recommended powders for this combination are Alliant Power Pro 1200-R, Hodgdon BL-C2 and Alliant AR-Comp.
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 1.871 in / 47.52 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.600 in / 66.04 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 52,939 PSI / 3,650 bar.

Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 1.871 in / 47.52 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.600 in / 66.04 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 52,939 PSI / 3,650 bar.

Load Specifications
ImperialMetric
Bullet:.308 | 165gr | GameKing
Cartridge:.300 Savage load data
Case Length (L3):1.870" | 47.5 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.509" | 12.9 mm
Case Capacity:52.5 gow | 3.40 cm³
Primer Size:Large Rifle (LR)
Max. Pressure (C.I.P.):52,939 psi | 3,650 bar
Barrel Length:22.0" | 559 mm
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Community Loads for .300 Savage + 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36.2 gr | 2.600" | 26.0" | 2368 fps | ••• | |
| 37.7 gr | 2.600" | 26.0" | 2449 fps | ••• | |
| 39.2 gr | 2.600" | 26.0" | 2530 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.600" | 26.0" | 2566 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.600" | 26.0" | 2609 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.600" | 26.0" | 2284 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.600" | 26.0" | 2362 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.600" | 26.0" | 2438 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.600" | 26.0" | 2515 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.600" | 26.0" | 2553 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.600" | 26.0" | 2340 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.600" | 26.0" | 2426 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.600" | 26.0" | 2512 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.600" | 26.0" | 2596 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.600" | 26.0" | 2636 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.600" | 26.0" | 2265 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.600" | 26.0" | 2353 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.600" | 26.0" | 2441 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.600" | 26.0" | 2529 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.600" | 26.0" | 2569 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.600" | 26.0" | 2616 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.600" | 26.0" | 2294 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.600" | 26.0" | 2360 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.600" | 26.0" | 2278 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.600" | 26.0" | 2367 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.600" | 26.0" | 2452 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.600" | 26.0" | 2538 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.600" | 26.0" | 2580 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.600" | 26.0" | 2458 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.600" | 26.0" | 2525 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.600" | 26.0" | 2593 fps | ••• | |
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