Load data for 8.5 mm Messner Mag. + 250gr Nosler Partition

488 suitable loads across 76 powder(s) for cartridge 8.5 mm Messner Mag. with 250gr Nosler Partition bullet.

The most recommended powders for this combination are Vihtavuori N560, Norma MRP and Accurate MAGPRO.

8.5 mm Messner Mag. cartridge with combo bulletSeated DepthL3 = 2.508 in / 63.70 mmL6 = 3.465 in / 88.01 mmSeated Depth = .418 in / 10.62 mm

Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 2.514 in / 63.85 mm, the max. cartridge length is 3.465 in / 88.00 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 63,817 PSI / 4,400 bar.

250gr Nosler Partition bullet image

Load Specifications

ImperialMetric
Case Length (L3):2.508" | 63.7 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.470" | 11.9 mm
Case Capacity:106 gow | 6.87 cm³
Primer Size:Large Rifle Magnum (LRM)
Max. Pressure (C.I.P.):63,817 psi | 4,400 bar
Barrel Length:25.6" | 650 mm
Min. Twist Rate:1:15.0

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