Load data for 7 mm STW + 160gr Peregrine VRG-3
The most recommended powders for this combination are Hodgdon Retumbo, ReloadSwiss RS 76 and Vihtavuori N560.
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 2.850 in / 72.39 mm, the max. cartridge length is 3.650 in / 92.71 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 66,717 PSI / 4,600 bar.
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 2.850 in / 72.39 mm, the max. cartridge length is 3.650 in / 92.71 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 66,717 PSI / 4,600 bar.
Load Specifications
ImperialMetric
Bullet:.284 | 160gr | VRG-3
Cartridge:7 mm STW load data
Case Length (L3):2.850" | 72.4 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.550" | 14.0 mm
Case Capacity:97 gow | 6.29 cm³
Primer Size:Large Rifle Magnum (LRM)
Max. Pressure (C.I.P.):66,717 psi | 4,600 bar
Barrel Length:24.0" | 610 mm
Min. Twist Rate:1:11.0
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