Load data for .308 Win. + 174gr Hornady ELD-VT
The most recommended powders for this combination are Hodgdon CFE223, ReloadSwiss RS 52 and Alliant Power Pro 1200-R.
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 | 174gr | ELD-VT
Cartridge:.308 Win. load data
Case Length (L3):2.014" | 51.2 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.634" | 16.1 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:1:11.0
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Community Loads for .308 Win. + 174gr Hornady ELD-VT
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40.6 gr | 2.810" | 24.0" | 2581 fps | ••• | |
| 40.7 gr | 2.810" | 24.0" | 2534 fps | ••• | |
| 38.5 gr | 2.810" | 24.0" | 2514 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.810" | 24.0" | 2483 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.810" | 24.0" | 2533 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.810" | 24.0" | 2535 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.810" | 24.0" | 2562 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.810" | 24.0" | 2581 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.810" | 24.0" | 2514 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.810" | 24.0" | 2384 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.810" | 24.0" | 2578 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.810" | 24.0" | 2444 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.909" | 26.0" | 2664 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.909" | 26.0" | 2684 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.800" | 24.0" | 2276 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.800" | 24.0" | 2456 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.800" | 24.0" | 2381 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.800" | 24.0" | 2520 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.800" | 24.0" | 2442 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.800" | 24.0" | 2584 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.800" | 24.0" | 2493 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.800" | 26.0" | 2585 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.800" | 24.0" | 2360 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.800" | 24.0" | 2545 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.800" | 24.0" | 2421 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.800" | 24.0" | 2581 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.800" | 24.0" | 2397 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.800" | 24.0" | 2621 fps | ••• | |
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