Load data for 6.8 Western + 129gr Barnes LRX BT
Based on SAAMI, the max. allowed case length is 2.020 in / 51.31 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.955 in / 75.06 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 65,000 PSI / 4,482 bar.
Based on SAAMI, the max. allowed case length is 2.020 in / 51.31 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.955 in / 75.06 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 65,000 PSI / 4,482 bar.
Load Specifications
ImperialMetric
Bullet:.277 | 129gr | LRX BT
Cartridge:6.8 Western load data
Case Length (L3):2.020" | 51.3 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.472" | 12.0 mm
Case Capacity:75.5 gow | 4.89 cm³
Primer Size:Large Rifle
Max. Pressure (SAAMI):65,000 psi | 4,482 bar
Barrel Length:24.0" | 610 mm
Min. Twist Rate:1:9.5
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Community Loads for 6.8 Western + 129gr Barnes LRX BT
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 56.2 gr | 2.885" | 24.0" | 3000 fps | ••• | |
| 55.4 gr | 2.885" | 24.0" | 2919 fps | ••• | |
| 64.5 gr | 2.885" | 24.0" | 2994 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.885" | 24.0" | 2987 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.885" | 24.0" | 3044 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.885" | 24.0" | 3055 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.885" | 24.0" | 2946 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.885" | 24.0" | 2918 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.885" | 24.0" | 3156 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.885" | 24.0" | 3036 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.885" | 24.0" | 2836 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.885" | 24.0" | 3064 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.885" | 24.0" | 2915 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.885" | 24.0" | 3220 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.885" | 24.0" | 3031 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.885" | 24.0" | 2806 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.885" | 24.0" | 3053 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.885" | 24.0" | 2899 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.885" | 24.0" | 3126 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.885" | 24.0" | 2848 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.885" | 24.0" | 3133 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.885" | 24.0" | 2796 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.885" | 24.0" | 3039 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.885" | 24.0" | 3037 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.885" | 24.0" | 2765 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.885" | 24.0" | 3032 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.885" | 24.0" | 3057 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.885" | 24.0" | 3009 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.885" | 24.0" | 2882 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.885" | 24.0" | 3144 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.885" | 24.0" | 2825 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.885" | 24.0" | 3158 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.894" | 24.0" | 2950 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.894" | 24.0" | 2866 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.894" | 24.0" | 3169 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.894" | 24.0" | 2724 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.894" | 24.0" | 2947 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.894" | 24.0" | 2720 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.894" | 24.0" | 2973 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.894" | 24.0" | 2876 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.894" | 24.0" | 3145 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.894" | 24.0" | 2860 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.894" | 24.0" | 3091 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.894" | 24.0" | 2866 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.894" | 24.0" | 3091 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.885" | 24.0" | 2946 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.885" | 24.0" | 2901 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.885" | 24.0" | 3238 fps | ••• | |
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