Load data for .338 Win Mag. + 285gr 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 | 285gr | TSX BT
Cartridge:.338 Win Mag. load data
Case Length (L3):2.500" | 63.5 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.992" | 25.2 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:1:10.0
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Community Loads for .338 Win Mag. + 285gr 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 54.2 gr | 3.340" | 24.0" | 2261 fps | ••• | |
| 52.6 gr | 3.340" | 24.0" | 2200 fps | ••• | |
| 58.5 gr | 3.340" | 24.0" | 2412 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.340" | 24.0" | 2160 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.340" | 24.0" | 2363 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.340" | 24.0" | 2250 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.340" | 20.0" | 2303 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.340" | 24.0" | 2151 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.340" | 24.0" | 2373 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.340" | 24.0" | 2172 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.340" | 24.0" | 2386 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.340" | 24.0" | 2247 fps | ••• | |
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