Load data for .308 Norma Mag. + 185gr Lapua Mega

534 suitable loads across 86 powder(s) for cartridge .308 Norma Mag. with 185gr Lapua Mega bullet.

The most recommended powders for this combination are Alliant Reloder-26, Vihtavuori N555 and Norma MRP.

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 | 185gr | Mega

Cartridge:.308 Norma Mag. load data

Case Length (L3):2.559" | 65.0 mm

Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••

Seated Depth:0.389" | 9.9 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:1:15.5

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Community Loads for .308 Norma Mag. + 185gr Lapua Mega

Real loads for this combination shared by our community. Charge weights are only fully visible with an active Pro licence.

Charge (gr)	C.O.L.	Barrel Length	Velocity (fps)	Pressure (psi)

70.0 gr	3.346"	24.0"	2851 fps	•••
71.0 gr	3.346"	24.0"	2884 fps	•••
72.5 gr	3.346"	24.0"	2936 fps	•••
•••	3.346"	24.0"	2949 fps	•••
•••	3.346"	24.0"	2956 fps	•••
•••	3.346"	24.0"	2972 fps	•••
•••	3.346"	24.0"	2979 fps	•••

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