Load data for 8.5 x 63 R + 230gr Hornady ELD-X

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 2.480 in / 63.00 mm, the max. cartridge length is 3.307 in / 84.00 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 55,114 PSI / 3,800 bar.

Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 2.480 in / 63.00 mm, the max. cartridge length is 3.307 in / 84.00 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 55,114 PSI / 3,800 bar.

Load Specifications

ImperialMetric

Bullet:.338 | 230gr | ELD-X

Cartridge:8.5 x 63 R load data

Case Length (L3):2.480" | 63.0 mm

Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••

Seated Depth:0.732" | 18.6 mm

Case Capacity:75.5 gow | 4.89 cm³

Primer Size:Large Rifle (LR)

Max. Pressure (C.I.P.):55,114 psi | 3,800 bar

Barrel Length:23.6" | 600 mm

Min. Twist Rate:1:13.0

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Community Loads for 8.5 x 63 R + 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)

	56.8 gr	3.310"	22.2"	2552 fps	•••

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