Load data for .308 Norma Mag. + 168gr Sierra MatchKing
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 2.559 in / 65.00 mm, the max. cartridge length is 3.346 in / 85.00 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 63,817 PSI / 4,400 bar.
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 2.559 in / 65.00 mm, the max. cartridge length is 3.346 in / 85.00 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 63,817 PSI / 4,400 bar.
Load Specifications
ImperialMetric
Bullet:.308 | 168gr | MatchKing
Cartridge:.308 Norma Mag. load data
Case Length (L3):2.559" | 65.0 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.524" | 13.3 mm
Case Capacity:86.5 gow | 5.61 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 .308 Norma Mag. + 168gr Sierra MatchKing
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61.2 gr | 3.346" | 24.0" | 2805 fps | ••• | |
| 62.0 gr | 3.250" | 26.0" | 2918 fps | ••• | |
| 63.3 gr | 3.346" | 24.0" | 2885 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.346" | 24.0" | 2959 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.346" | 24.0" | 3037 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.346" | 24.0" | 2769 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.346" | 24.0" | 2862 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.346" | 24.0" | 2958 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.346" | 24.0" | 3053 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.346" | 24.0" | 2748 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.346" | 24.0" | 2815 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.346" | 24.0" | 2881 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.346" | 24.0" | 2705 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.346" | 24.0" | 2786 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.346" | 24.0" | 2860 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.346" | 24.0" | 2940 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.346" | 24.0" | 3013 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.346" | 24.0" | 2837 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.346" | 24.0" | 2919 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.346" | 24.0" | 2999 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.346" | 24.0" | 2801 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.346" | 24.0" | 2874 fps | ••• | |
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