Load data for 8.5 x 55 Blaser + 185gr Hornady ECX

489 suitable loads across 89 powder(s) for cartridge 8.5 x 55 Blaser with 185gr Hornady ECX bullet.

The most recommended powders for this combination are ReloadSwiss RS 52, Alliant Power Pro 2000-MR and Vihtavuori N540.

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

ImperialMetric

Bullet:.338 | 185gr | ECX

Cartridge:8.5 x 55 Blaser load data

Case Length (L3):2.150" | 54.6 mm

Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••

Seated Depth:0.481" | 12.2 mm

Case Capacity:77 gow | 4.99 cm³

Primer Size:Large Rifle (LR)

Max. Pressure (C.I.P.):62,366 psi | 4,300 bar

Barrel Length:23.6" | 600 mm

Min. Twist Rate:1:14.5

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Community Loads for 8.5 x 55 Blaser + 185gr Hornady ECX

Real loads for this combination shared by our community. Charge weights are only fully visible with an active Pro licence.

Charge (gr)	C.O.L.	Barrel Length	Velocity (fps)	Pressure (psi)

60.0 gr	2.980"	20.5"	2756 fps	•••
61.2 gr	2.976"	20.5"	2805 fps	•••
61.5 gr	2.976"	20.5"	2815 fps	•••

•••	2.935"	23.6"	2989 fps	•••

•••	2.980"	18.5"	2621 fps	•••
•••	2.976"	20.5"	2746 fps	•••
•••	2.972"	20.5"	2772 fps	•••

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