Load data for .50 BMG + 650gr Lehigh Defense Match Solid

223 suitable loads across 40 powder(s) for cartridge .50 BMG with 650gr Lehigh Defense Match Solid bullet.

The most recommended powders for this combination are Hodgdon Retumbo, Vihtavuori 20N29 and ADI AR 2218.

Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 3.910 in / 99.31 mm, the max. cartridge length is 5.450 in / 138.43 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 53,664 PSI / 3,700 bar.

Load Specifications

ImperialMetric

Bullet:.510 | 650gr | Match Solid

Cartridge:.50 BMG load data

Case Length (L3):3.900" | 99.1 mm

Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••

Seated Depth:0.815" | 20.7 mm

Case Capacity:300 gow | 19.44 cm³

Primer Size:Large Rifle Magnum (LRM)

Max. Pressure (C.I.P.):53,664 psi | 3,700 bar

Barrel Length:29.0" | 737 mm

Min. Twist Rate:1:17.0

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Community Loads for .50 BMG + 650gr Lehigh Defense Match Solid

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Powder	Charge (gr)	C.O.L.	Barrel Length	Velocity (fps)	Pressure (psi)

	219.1 gr	5.450"	31.5"	2411 fps	•••

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