Load data for 8.5 x 55 Blaser + 160gr Barnes TTSX BT
496 suitable loads across 82 powder(s) for cartridge 8.5 x 55 Blaser with 160gr Barnes TTSX BT bullet.
The most recommended powders for this combination are Hodgdon CFE223, ReloadSwiss RS 40 and Winchester 748.
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 2.154 in / 54.70 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.986 in / 75.84 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 62,366 PSI / 4,300 bar.
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 2.154 in / 54.70 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.986 in / 75.84 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 62,366 PSI / 4,300 bar.
Load Specifications
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Community Loads for 8.5 x 55 Blaser + 160gr Barnes TTSX BT
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 59.1 gr | 2.935" | 19.7" | 2956 fps | ••• | |
| 59.0 gr | 2.980" | 21.7" | 2972 fps | ••• | |
| 61.6 gr | 2.967" | 19.7" | 2979 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.967" | 19.7" | 2933 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.940" | 19.7" | 2940 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.960" | 19.7" | 2930 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.967" | 19.7" | 2930 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.967" | 19.7" | 2995 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.967" | 19.7" | 2999 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.967" | 19.7" | 3002 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.940" | 19.7" | 2963 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.967" | 19.7" | 3012 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.967" | 19.7" | 3012 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.980" | 19.7" | 3022 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.960" | 19.7" | 3002 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.940" | 19.7" | 3012 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.960" | 19.7" | 3015 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.940" | 19.7" | 3025 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.960" | 19.7" | 3015 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.940" | 19.7" | 3045 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.980" | 22.0" | 3182 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.935" | 23.6" | 2894 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.945" | 20.1" | 2838 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.974" | 20.5" | 2920 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.979" | 20.5" | 2920 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.980" | 20.5" | 2917 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.980" | 20.5" | 2949 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.980" | 19.7" | 2910 fps | ••• | |
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