Load data for .35 Whelen + 250gr Speer Hot-Cor
The most recommended powders for this combination are Hodgdon BL-C2, Winchester StaBALL Match and Hodgdon CFE223.
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 2.494 in / 63.35 mm, the max. cartridge length is 3.340 in / 84.84 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 58,015 PSI / 4,000 bar.

Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 2.494 in / 63.35 mm, the max. cartridge length is 3.340 in / 84.84 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 58,015 PSI / 4,000 bar.

Load Specifications
ImperialMetric
Bullet:.358 | 250gr | Hot-Cor
Cartridge:.35 Whelen load data
Case Length (L3):2.484" | 63.1 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.374" | 9.5 mm
Case Capacity:70.2 gow | 4.55 cm³
Primer Size:Large Rifle (LR)
Max. Pressure (C.I.P.):58,015 psi | 4,000 bar
Barrel Length:24.0" | 610 mm
Min. Twist Rate:1:6.0
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Community Loads for .35 Whelen + 250gr Speer Hot-Cor
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52.0 gr | 3.340" | — | 2415 fps | ••• | |
| 55.0 gr | 3.300" | 25.0" | 2474 fps | ••• | |
| 56.0 gr | 3.300" | 25.0" | 2510 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.340" | — | 2314 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.340" | — | 2270 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.340" | — | 2430 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.340" | — | 2421 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.340" | 22.0" | 2507 fps | ••• | |
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