Load data for .308 Win. + 165gr Barnes TTSX BT
The most recommended powders for this combination are Vihtavuori N140, ReloadSwiss RS 40 and Hodgdon VARGET.
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 2.015 in / 51.18 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.800 in / 71.12 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 60,191 PSI / 4,150 bar.

Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 2.015 in / 51.18 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.800 in / 71.12 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 60,191 PSI / 4,150 bar.

Load Specifications
ImperialMetric
Bullet:.308 | 165gr | TTSX BT
Cartridge:.308 Win. load data
Case Length (L3):2.014" | 51.2 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.638" | 16.2 mm
Case Capacity:56 gow | 3.63 cm³
Primer Size:Large Rifle (LR)
Max. Pressure (C.I.P.):60,191 psi | 4,150 bar
Barrel Length:24.0" | 610 mm
Min. Twist Rate:1:11.5
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Community Loads for .308 Win. + 165gr Barnes TTSX BT
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 44.0 gr | 2.810" | 24.0" | 2733 fps | ••• | |
| 36.6 gr | 2.735" | 24.0" | 2473 fps | ••• | |
| 41.6 gr | 2.735" | 24.0" | 2627 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.735" | 24.0" | 2677 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.735" | 24.0" | 2788 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.735" | 24.0" | 2495 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.735" | 24.0" | 2700 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.735" | 24.0" | 2591 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.785" | 16.0" | 2493 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.735" | 24.0" | 2500 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.735" | 24.0" | 2484 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.800" | 16.1" | 2385 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.800" | 16.1" | 2415 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.854" | 18.0" | 2510 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.800" | 16.1" | 2444 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.790" | 20.1" | 2592 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.800" | 20.0" | 2398 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.800" | 20.0" | 2405 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.800" | 18.5" | 2388 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.799" | 24.0" | 2244 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.799" | 24.0" | 2527 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.799" | 20.0" | 2306 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.800" | 20.1" | 2306 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.776" | 20.0" | 2428 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.795" | 20.1" | 2392 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.800" | 20.1" | 2388 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.799" | 24.0" | 2518 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.776" | 20.0" | 2454 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.800" | 19.7" | 2526 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.760" | 20.1" | 2487 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.795" | 20.1" | 2470 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.758" | 20.0" | 2552 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.797" | 20.0" | 2536 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.795" | 20.0" | 2520 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.800" | 20.0" | 2520 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.799" | 24.0" | 2370 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.799" | 24.0" | 2582 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.799" | 24.0" | 2439 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.756" | 16.5" | 2405 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.795" | 20.0" | 2444 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.799" | 24.0" | 2655 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.799" | 24.0" | 2445 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.735" | 24.0" | 2667 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.735" | 24.0" | 2494 fps | ••• | |
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