Load data for 5.7 x 28 + 40gr Nosler Ballistic Tip Varmint
The most recommended powders for this combination are Alliant POWER PISTOL and Hodgdon CFE Pistol.
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 1.138 in / 28.90 mm, the max. cartridge length is 1.594 in / 40.50 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 50,038 PSI / 3,450 bar.
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 1.138 in / 28.90 mm, the max. cartridge length is 1.594 in / 40.50 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 50,038 PSI / 3,450 bar.
Load Specifications
ImperialMetric
Cartridge:5.7 x 28 load data
Case Length (L3):1.134" | 28.8 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.237" | 6.0 mm
Case Capacity:12.34 gow | 0.80 cm³
Primer Size:Small Pistol (SP)
Max. Pressure (C.I.P.):50,038 psi | 3,450 bar
Barrel Length:4.8" | 122 mm
Min. Twist Rate:1:11.0
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Community Loads for 5.7 x 28 + 40gr Nosler Ballistic Tip Varmint
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.9 gr | 1.575" | 4.8" | 1637 fps | ••• | |
| 5.1 gr | 1.575" | 4.8" | 1680 fps | ••• | |
| 5.3 gr | 1.575" | 4.8" | 1726 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.580" | 4.8" | 1686 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.578" | 5.2" | 1772 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.580" | 4.8" | 1804 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.579" | 4.8" | 1765 fps | ••• | |
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