Load data for 7.62 x 53 R Fin. + 185gr Lapua Scenar
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 2.106 in / 53.50 mm, the max. cartridge length is 3.031 in / 77.00 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 56,565 PSI / 3,900 bar.

Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 2.106 in / 53.50 mm, the max. cartridge length is 3.031 in / 77.00 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 56,565 PSI / 3,900 bar.

Load Specifications
ImperialMetric
Bullet:.308 | 185gr | Scenar
Cartridge:7.62 x 53 R Fin. load data
Case Length (L3):2.106" | 53.5 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.456" | 11.6 mm
Case Capacity:64 gow | 4.15 cm³
Primer Size:Large Rifle (LR)
Max. Pressure (C.I.P.):56,565 psi | 3,900 bar
Barrel Length:27.0" | 686 mm
Min. Twist Rate:1:12.5
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Community Loads for 7.62 x 53 R Fin. + 185gr Lapua Scenar
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42.2 gr | 2.953" | 26.0" | 2447 fps | ••• | |
| 46.0 gr | 2.953" | 26.0" | 2606 fps | ••• | |
| 44.3 gr | 2.953" | 26.0" | 2500 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.953" | 26.0" | 2603 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.953" | 26.0" | 2454 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.953" | 26.0" | 2634 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.953" | 26.0" | 2417 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.953" | 26.0" | 2610 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.953" | 26.0" | 2382 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.953" | 26.0" | 2657 fps | ••• | |
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