Load data for .338 Norma Mag. + 285gr Hornady ELD-Match
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 | 285gr | ELD-Match
Cartridge:.338 Norma Mag. load data
Case Length (L3):2.490" | 63.2 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.600" | 15.2 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:1:11.5
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Community Loads for .338 Norma Mag. + 285gr Hornady ELD-Match
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85.9 gr | 3.630" | 24.0" | 2362 fps | ••• | |
| 95.4 gr | 3.630" | 24.0" | 2669 fps | ••• | |
| 76.8 gr | 3.630" | 24.0" | 2290 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.630" | 24.0" | 2546 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.630" | 24.0" | 2460 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.630" | 24.0" | 2724 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.630" | 24.0" | 2373 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.630" | 24.0" | 2614 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.630" | 24.0" | 2591 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.630" | 24.0" | 2319 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.630" | 24.0" | 2567 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.630" | 24.0" | 2517 fps | ••• | |
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