Load data for .338 Win Mag. + 185gr Barnes TSX BT
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 2.500 in / 63.50 mm, the max. cartridge length is 3.340 in / 84.84 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 62,366 PSI / 4,300 bar.

Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 2.500 in / 63.50 mm, the max. cartridge length is 3.340 in / 84.84 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 62,366 PSI / 4,300 bar.

Load Specifications
ImperialMetric
Bullet:.338 | 185gr | TSX BT
Cartridge:.338 Win Mag. load data
Case Length (L3):2.500" | 63.5 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.551" | 14.0 mm
Case Capacity:86 gow | 5.57 cm³
Primer Size:Large Rifle (LR)
Max. Pressure (C.I.P.):62,366 psi | 4,300 bar
Barrel Length:24.0" | 610 mm
Min. Twist Rate:1:13.0
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Community Loads for .338 Win Mag. + 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 65.2 gr | 3.310" | 24.0" | 2710 fps | ••• | |
| 61.3 gr | 3.310" | 24.0" | 2673 fps | ••• | |
| 68.1 gr | 3.310" | 24.0" | 2962 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.330" | 24.0" | 3112 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.310" | 24.0" | 2702 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.310" | 24.0" | 3003 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.290" | 24.0" | 2815 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.290" | 24.0" | 2979 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.290" | 24.0" | 2829 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.310" | 24.0" | 2877 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.290" | 24.0" | 2883 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.290" | 24.0" | 2766 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.290" | 24.0" | 2630 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.290" | 24.0" | 2827 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.290" | 24.0" | 2745 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.290" | 24.0" | 2935 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.290" | 24.0" | 2687 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.290" | 24.0" | 2834 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.290" | 24.0" | 2684 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.290" | 24.0" | 2956 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.290" | 24.0" | 2817 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.290" | 24.0" | 2827 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.290" | 24.0" | 3005 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.290" | 24.0" | 2739 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.290" | 24.0" | 2889 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.290" | 24.0" | 2676 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.290" | 24.0" | 2885 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.310" | 24.0" | 2704 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.310" | 24.0" | 2975 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.290" | 24.0" | 2829 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.290" | 24.0" | 2653 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.290" | 24.0" | 2803 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.310" | 24.0" | 2687 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.310" | 24.0" | 2970 fps | ••• | |
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