Load data for .308 Win. + 168gr Berger VLD Hunting

519 suitable loads across 86 powder(s) for cartridge .308 Win. with 168gr Berger VLD Hunting bullet.

The most recommended powders for this combination are Hodgdon CFE223, Alliant Power Pro 2000-MR and ReloadSwiss RS 52.

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

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Bullet:.308 | 168gr | VLD Hunting

Cartridge:.308 Win. load data

Case Length (L3):2.014" | 51.2 mm

Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••

Seated Depth:0.475" | 12.1 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:1:12.5

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Community Loads for .308 Win. + 168gr Berger VLD Hunting

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)

40.0 gr	2.800"	20.0"	2411 fps	•••
42.0 gr	2.800"	20.0"	2520 fps	•••
44.0 gr	2.800"	20.0"	2628 fps	•••

•••	2.800"	20.0"	2352 fps	•••

•••	2.800"	24.0"	2299 fps	•••
•••	2.800"	24.0"	2481 fps	•••

•••	2.800"	24.0"	2380 fps	•••
•••	2.800"	24.0"	2530 fps	•••

•••	2.800"	24.0"	2430 fps	•••
•••	2.800"	24.0"	2560 fps	•••

•••	2.800"	24.0"	2477 fps	•••
•••	2.800"	24.0"	2667 fps	•••

•••	2.800"	24.0"	2368 fps	•••
•••	2.800"	24.0"	2555 fps	•••

•••	2.800"	24.0"	2432 fps	•••
•••	2.800"	24.0"	2635 fps	•••

•••	2.800"	24.0"	2396 fps	•••
•••	2.800"	24.0"	2651 fps	•••

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