Load data for .300 Savage + 168gr Nosler Custom Competition
The most recommended powders for this combination are Vihtavuori N140.
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
Cartridge:.300 Savage load data
Case Length (L3):1.870" | 47.5 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.470" | 11.9 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
Min. Twist Rate:1:13.5
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Community Loads for .300 Savage + 168gr Nosler Custom Competition
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 37.0 gr | 2.600" | 24.0" | 2512 fps | ••• | |
| 35.5 gr | 2.600" | 24.0" | 2314 fps | ••• | |
| 37.5 gr | 2.600" | 24.0" | 2429 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.600" | 24.0" | 2544 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.600" | 24.0" | 2283 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.600" | 24.0" | 2400 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.600" | 24.0" | 2510 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.600" | 24.0" | 2256 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.600" | 24.0" | 2371 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.600" | 24.0" | 2487 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.600" | 24.0" | 2381 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.600" | 24.0" | 2499 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.600" | 24.0" | 2345 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.600" | 24.0" | 2460 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.600" | 24.0" | 2574 fps | ••• | |
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