Load data for 7 mm STW + 180gr Berger VLD Hunting
The most recommended powders for this combination are Hodgdon Retumbo.
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 | 180gr | VLD Hunting
Cartridge:7 mm STW load data
Case Length (L3):2.850" | 72.4 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.701" | 17.8 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:1:9.5
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Community Loads for 7 mm STW + 180gr 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 74.5 gr | 3.655" | 24.0" | 2735 fps | ••• | |
| 86.0 gr | 3.655" | 24.0" | 2933 fps | ••• | |
| 80.8 gr | 3.655" | 24.0" | 2796 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.655" | 24.0" | 2601 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.655" | 24.0" | 2755 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.655" | 24.0" | 2698 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.655" | 24.0" | 2857 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.650" | 24.0" | 3012 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.655" | 24.0" | 2572 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.655" | 24.0" | 2706 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.655" | 24.0" | 2583 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.655" | 24.0" | 2735 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.655" | 24.0" | 2726 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.655" | 24.0" | 2932 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.655" | 24.0" | 2741 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.655" | 24.0" | 2927 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.655" | 24.0" | 2853 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.655" | 24.0" | 2660 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.655" | 24.0" | 2690 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.655" | 24.0" | 2835 fps | ••• | |
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