Load data for 8.6 mm Blackout + 185gr Barnes TSX BT

194 suitable loads across 35 powder(s) for cartridge 8.6 mm Blackout with 185gr Barnes TSX BT bullet.

The most recommended powders for this combination are Accurate 1680, ReloadSwiss RS 36 and Alliant Reloder-7.

Based on SAAMI, the max. allowed case length is 1.685 in / 42.80 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.825 in / 71.75 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 61,999 PSI / 4,275 bar.

Based on SAAMI, the max. allowed case length is 1.685 in / 42.80 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.825 in / 71.75 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 61,999 PSI / 4,275 bar.

Load Specifications

ImperialMetric

Bullet:.338 | 185gr | TSX BT

Cartridge:8.6 mm Blackout load data

Case Length (L3):1.685" | 42.8 mm

Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••

Seated Depth:0.463" | 11.8 mm

Case Capacity:50 gow | 3.24 cm³

Primer Size:Large Rifle (LR)

Max. Pressure (SAAMI):61,999 psi | 4,275 bar

Barrel Length:16.0" | 406 mm

Min. Twist Rate:1:13.0

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Community Loads for 8.6 mm Blackout + 185gr Barnes TSX BT

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)

35.8 gr	2.500"	16.0"	2346 fps	•••
35.8 gr	2.648"	10.5"	1936 fps	•••
35.8 gr	2.650"	12.5"	2031 fps	•••
•••	2.668"	12.5"	2139 fps	•••

•••	2.660"	12.0"	2156 fps	•••
•••	2.660"	12.0"	2188 fps	•••

•••	2.649"	16.0"	2198 fps	•••

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