Load data for .338-06 A-Square + 185gr Barnes TSX BT
Based on SAAMI, the max. allowed case length is 2.494 in / 63.35 mm, the max. cartridge length is 3.340 in / 84.84 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 63,092 PSI / 4,350 bar.

Based on SAAMI, the max. allowed case length is 2.494 in / 63.35 mm, the max. cartridge length is 3.340 in / 84.84 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 63,092 PSI / 4,350 bar.

Load Specifications
ImperialMetric
Bullet:.338 | 185gr | TSX BT
Cartridge:.338-06 A-Square load data
Case Length (L3):2.494" | 63.3 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.579" | 14.7 mm
Case Capacity:69 gow | 4.47 cm³
Primer Size:Large Rifle (LR)
Max. Pressure (SAAMI):63,092 psi | 4,350 bar
Barrel Length:24.0" | 610 mm
Min. Twist Rate:1:13.0
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Community Loads for .338-06 A-Square + 185gr Barnes TSX 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 46.9 gr | 3.250" | 24.0" | 2526 fps | ••• | |
| 51.0 gr | 3.250" | 24.0" | 2708 fps | ••• | |
| 53.8 gr | 3.250" | 24.0" | 2669 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.250" | 24.0" | 2886 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.250" | 24.0" | 2790 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.250" | 24.0" | 2491 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.250" | 24.0" | 2666 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.250" | 24.0" | 2540 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.250" | 25.0" | 2760 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.250" | 25.0" | 2899 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.250" | 24.0" | 2623 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.250" | 25.0" | 2818 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.250" | 24.0" | 2817 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.250" | 24.0" | 2508 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.250" | 24.0" | 2710 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.250" | 25.0" | 2741 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.130" | 24.0" | 2670 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.130" | 24.0" | 2745 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.250" | 24.0" | 2535 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.250" | 24.0" | 2742 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.250" | 24.0" | 2533 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.250" | 24.0" | 2724 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.250" | 25.0" | 2560 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.250" | 25.0" | 2719 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.250" | 24.0" | 2501 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.250" | 24.0" | 2591 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.250" | 24.0" | 2845 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.250" | 24.0" | 2546 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.250" | 25.0" | 2711 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.250" | 24.0" | 2745 fps | ••• | |
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