Load data for .338 Norma Mag. + 280gr Barnes LRX BT
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 2.492 in / 63.30 mm, the max. cartridge length is 3.681 in / 93.50 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 63,817 PSI / 4,400 bar.
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 2.492 in / 63.30 mm, the max. cartridge length is 3.681 in / 93.50 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 63,817 PSI / 4,400 bar.
Load Specifications
ImperialMetric
Bullet:.338 | 280gr | LRX BT
Cartridge:.338 Norma Mag. load data
Case Length (L3):2.490" | 63.2 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.740" | 18.8 mm
Case Capacity:105.4 gow | 6.83 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:1:10.5
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Community Loads for .338 Norma Mag. + 280gr Barnes LRX 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 82.2 gr | 3.610" | 24.0" | 2285 fps | ••• | |
| 91.3 gr | 3.610" | 24.0" | 2588 fps | ••• | |
| 73.1 gr | 3.610" | 24.0" | 2210 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.610" | 24.0" | 2468 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.610" | 24.0" | 2347 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.610" | 24.0" | 2614 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.610" | 24.0" | 2273 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.610" | 24.0" | 2520 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.610" | 24.0" | 2563 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.610" | 24.0" | 2457 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.610" | 24.0" | 2430 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.610" | 24.0" | 2676 fps | ••• | |
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