Load data for .500 S&W Mag. + 300gr Hornady FTX
The most recommended powders for this combination are ReloadSwiss RS 14.
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 1.625 in / 41.28 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.300 in / 58.42 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 61,931 PSI / 4,270 bar.
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 1.625 in / 41.28 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.300 in / 58.42 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 61,931 PSI / 4,270 bar.
Load Specifications
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Bullet:.500 | 300gr | FTX
Cartridge:.500 S&W Mag. load data
Case Length (L3):1.624" | 41.2 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.198" | 5.0 mm
Case Capacity:63.5 gow | 4.11 cm³
Primer Size:Large Pistol Magnum (LPM)
Max. Pressure (C.I.P.):61,931 psi | 4,270 bar
Barrel Length:8.4" | 213 mm
Min. Twist Rate:Stabilizes in any common twist
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Community Loads for .500 S&W Mag. + 300gr Hornady FTX
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41.3 gr | 2.175" | 10.0" | 1921 fps | ••• | |
| 48.6 gr | 2.175" | 10.0" | 1995 fps | ••• | |
| 43.1 gr | 2.175" | 10.0" | 1819 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.175" | 10.0" | 2054 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.175" | 10.0" | 2095 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.024" | 8.3" | 1086 fps | ••• | |
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