Load data for .500 S&W Mag. + 400gr Barnes Buster FN FB
98 suitable loads across 17 powder(s) for cartridge .500 S&W Mag. with 400gr Barnes Buster FN FB bullet.
The most recommended powders for this combination are Alliant Power Pro 300-MP, Hodgdon LilGun and Alliant 2400.
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 | 400gr | Buster FN FB
Cartridge:.500 S&W Mag. load data
Case Length (L3):1.624" | 41.2 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.297" | 7.5 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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