Load data for 6.8 Western + 150gr Barnes TSX FB
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 | 150gr | TSX FB
Cartridge:6.8 Western load data
Case Length (L3):2.020" | 51.3 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.642" | 16.3 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 + 150gr Barnes TSX FB
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51.7 gr | 2.755" | 24.0" | 2541 fps | ••• | |
| 56.8 gr | 2.755" | 24.0" | 2767 fps | ••• | |
| 58.2 gr | 2.755" | 24.0" | 2750 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.755" | 24.0" | 2848 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.755" | 24.0" | 2454 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.755" | 24.0" | 2700 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.755" | 24.0" | 2521 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.755" | 24.0" | 2753 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.755" | 24.0" | 2563 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.755" | 24.0" | 2884 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.755" | 24.0" | 2755 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.755" | 24.0" | 2442 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.755" | 24.0" | 2718 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.755" | 24.0" | 2582 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.755" | 24.0" | 2889 fps | ••• | |
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