Load data for .300 WSM + 168gr Nosler Expansion Tip
The most recommended powders for this combination are Hodgdon H380.
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
Bullet:.308 | 168gr | Expansion Tip
Cartridge:.300 WSM load data
Case Length (L3):2.090" | 53.1 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.690" | 17.5 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:1:11.0
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Community Loads for .300 WSM + 168gr Nosler Expansion Tip
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 59.6 gr | 2.800" | 24.0" | 2834 fps | ••• | |
| 53.3 gr | 2.800" | 24.0" | 2727 fps | ••• | |
| 59.2 gr | 2.800" | 24.0" | 2953 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.800" | 26.0" | 2908 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.800" | 26.0" | 2986 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.800" | 26.0" | 2891 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.800" | 26.0" | 2985 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.800" | 26.0" | 3068 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.800" | 26.0" | 2978 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.800" | 26.0" | 2919 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.800" | 26.0" | 3007 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.800" | 26.0" | 3086 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.800" | 26.0" | 2896 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.800" | 26.0" | 2980 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.800" | 26.0" | 2988 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.800" | 26.0" | 3076 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.800" | 24.0" | 2919 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.800" | 24.0" | 2925 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.858" | 24.5" | 2540 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.858" | 24.5" | 2480 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.858" | 24.5" | 2859 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.858" | 24.5" | 2716 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.858" | 24.5" | 2680 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.800" | 26.0" | 2828 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.800" | 26.0" | 2905 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.800" | 26.0" | 2994 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.858" | 24.5" | 2575 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.858" | 24.5" | 2845 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.858" | 24.5" | 2693 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.858" | 24.5" | 2902 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.800" | 26.0" | 2956 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.800" | 26.0" | 3044 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.800" | 26.0" | 2869 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.800" | 26.0" | 2951 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.800" | 26.0" | 3032 fps | ••• | |
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