Load data for 6.8 Western + 140gr Berger VLD Hunting
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 | 140gr | VLD Hunting
Cartridge:6.8 Western load data
Case Length (L3):2.020" | 51.3 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.497" | 12.6 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:1:10.5
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Community Loads for 6.8 Western + 140gr Berger VLD Hunting
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55.9 gr | 2.776" | 24.0" | 2899 fps | ••• | |
| 62.0 gr | 2.776" | 24.0" | 2878 fps | ••• | |
| 66.4 gr | 2.776" | 24.0" | 2805 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.776" | 24.0" | 2945 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.776" | 24.0" | 2868 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.776" | 24.0" | 2840 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.776" | 24.0" | 3038 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.776" | 24.0" | 2821 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.776" | 24.0" | 3105 fps | ••• | |
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