Load data for 8.5 x 55 Blaser + 230gr Hornady ELD-X
587 suitable loads across 103 powder(s) for cartridge 8.5 x 55 Blaser with 230gr Hornady ELD-X bullet.
The most recommended powders for this combination are ReloadSwiss RS 60, Alliant Power Pro 2000-MR and ReloadSwiss RS 52.
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 + 230gr Hornady ELD-X
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 56.0 gr | 2.988" | 20.5" | 2513 fps | ••• | |
| 52.0 gr | 2.980" | 19.7" | 2421 fps | ••• | |
| 53.4 gr | 2.980" | 19.7" | 2477 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.972" | 19.7" | 2464 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.976" | 19.7" | 2461 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.980" | 19.7" | 2533 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.976" | 19.7" | 2513 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.980" | 20.5" | 2490 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.976" | 19.7" | 2559 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.976" | 19.7" | 2602 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.980" | 19.3" | 2392 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.953" | 19.7" | 2605 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.980" | 20.5" | 2641 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.980" | 22.8" | 2503 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.980" | 22.8" | 2585 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.980" | 22.8" | 2585 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.988" | 20.5" | 2448 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.984" | 20.5" | 2474 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.988" | 20.5" | 2470 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.980" | 18.0" | 2270 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.980" | 20.0" | 2421 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.984" | 20.5" | 2405 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.110" | 20.0" | 2379 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.980" | 19.7" | 2493 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.984" | 20.5" | 2497 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.988" | 20.5" | 2454 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.984" | 20.5" | 2477 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.984" | 20.5" | 2408 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.988" | 20.5" | 2408 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.984" | 20.5" | 2448 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.988" | 20.5" | 2444 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.980" | 22.0" | 2598 fps | ••• | |
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