Load data for .338 Weatherby RPM + 185gr Barnes TSX BT
Based on SAAMI, the max. allowed case length is 2.550 in / 64.77 mm, the max. cartridge length is 3.380 in / 85.85 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 65,000 PSI / 4,482 bar.
Based on SAAMI, the max. allowed case length is 2.550 in / 64.77 mm, the max. cartridge length is 3.380 in / 85.85 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 65,000 PSI / 4,482 bar.
Load Specifications
ImperialMetric
Bullet:.338 | 185gr | TSX BT
Cartridge:.338 Weatherby RPM load data
Case Length (L3):2.550" | 64.8 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.528" | 13.4 mm
Case Capacity:81.6 gow | 5.29 cm³
Primer Size:Large Rifle Magnum (LRM)
Max. Pressure (SAAMI):65,000 psi | 4,482 bar
Barrel Length:24.0" | 610 mm
Min. Twist Rate:1:13.0
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Community Loads for .338 Weatherby RPM + 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 58.0 gr | 3.370" | 24.0" | 2657 fps | ••• | |
| 63.3 gr | 3.370" | 24.0" | 2860 fps | ••• | |
| 65.3 gr | 3.370" | 24.0" | 2762 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.380" | 18.0" | 2697 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.370" | 24.0" | 3031 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.380" | 18.0" | 2434 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.370" | 24.0" | 2763 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.370" | 24.0" | 2648 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.370" | 24.0" | 2843 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.370" | 24.0" | 2624 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.370" | 24.0" | 2833 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.370" | 24.0" | 2617 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.370" | 24.0" | 2887 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.370" | 24.0" | 2626 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.370" | 24.0" | 2844 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.370" | 24.0" | 2772 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.370" | 24.0" | 3013 fps | ••• | |
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