Load data for .308 Marlin Express + 185gr Lapua D46

405 suitable loads across 69 powder(s) for cartridge .308 Marlin Express with 185gr Lapua D46 bullet.

The most recommended powders for this combination are Winchester 748, IMR 3031 and Accurate 2520.

.308 Marlin Express cartridge with combo bulletSeated DepthL3 = 1.910 in / 48.51 mmL6 = 2.610 in / 66.29 mmSeated Depth = .615 in / 15.62 mm

Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 1.920 in / 48.77 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.600 in / 66.04 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 47,863 PSI / 3,300 bar.

185gr Lapua D46 bullet image

Load Specifications

ImperialMetric
Case Length (L3):1.910" | 48.5 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.654" | 16.6 mm
Case Capacity:51 gow | 3.30 cm³
Primer Size:Large Rifle (LR)
Max. Pressure (C.I.P.):47,863 psi | 3,300 bar
Barrel Length:24.0" | 610 mm
Min. Twist Rate:1:12.5

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