Load data for 6.8 Western + 145gr Hornady ELD-X
520 suitable loads across 88 powder(s) for cartridge 6.8 Western with 145gr Hornady ELD-X bullet.
The most recommended powders for this combination are Alliant Reloder-26, Hodgdon H4831 and Accurate High Country.
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
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Community Loads for 6.8 Western + 145gr Hornady ELD-X
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51.5 gr | 2.900" | 24.0" | 2741 fps | ••• | |
| 56.2 gr | 2.900" | 24.0" | 2949 fps | ••• | |
| 60.1 gr | 2.900" | 24.0" | 2850 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.900" | 26.0" | 3028 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.900" | 24.0" | 2679 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.900" | 24.0" | 2878 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.900" | 24.0" | 2837 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.900" | 24.0" | 3113 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.900" | 24.0" | 2660 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.900" | 24.0" | 2867 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.900" | 24.0" | 2761 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.900" | 24.0" | 2963 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.900" | 24.0" | 2742 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.900" | 24.0" | 2949 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.900" | 24.0" | 2633 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.900" | 24.0" | 2856 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.900" | 24.0" | 2843 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.900" | 24.0" | 2947 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.900" | 26.0" | 3104 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.900" | 24.0" | 2934 fps | ••• | |
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