Load data for .300 WSM + 168gr Nosler Custom Competition
The most recommended powders for this combination are Hodgdon H380 and Vihtavuori N160.
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 2.100 in / 53.34 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.860 in / 72.64 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 63,817 PSI / 4,400 bar.
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 2.100 in / 53.34 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.860 in / 72.64 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 63,817 PSI / 4,400 bar.
Load Specifications
ImperialMetric
Cartridge:.300 WSM load data
Case Length (L3):2.090" | 53.1 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.460" | 11.7 mm
Case Capacity:81.3 gow | 5.27 cm³
Primer Size:Large Rifle Magnum (LRM)
Max. Pressure (C.I.P.):63,817 psi | 4,400 bar
Barrel Length:24.0" | 610 mm
Min. Twist Rate:1:13.5
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Community Loads for .300 WSM + 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 56.0 gr | 2.830" | 26.0" | 2849 fps | ••• | |
| 58.0 gr | 2.830" | 26.0" | 2926 fps | ••• | |
| 60.0 gr | 2.830" | 26.0" | 3002 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.830" | 26.0" | 2817 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.830" | 26.0" | 2903 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.830" | 26.0" | 2986 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.830" | 26.0" | 2910 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.830" | 26.0" | 2988 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.830" | 26.0" | 3067 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.830" | 26.0" | 2845 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.830" | 26.0" | 2929 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.830" | 26.0" | 3013 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.830" | 26.0" | 2829 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.830" | 26.0" | 2907 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.830" | 26.0" | 2986 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.830" | 26.0" | 2920 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.830" | 26.0" | 2999 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.830" | 26.0" | 3076 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.913" | 23.6" | 2946 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.830" | 26.0" | 2887 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.830" | 26.0" | 2970 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.830" | 26.0" | 3053 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.830" | 26.0" | 2809 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.830" | 26.0" | 2887 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.830" | 26.0" | 2965 fps | ••• | |
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