Load data for 8 x 57 IS + 150gr Sierra Pro-Hunter
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 2.244 in / 57.00 mm, the max. cartridge length is 3.228 in / 82.00 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 56,565 PSI / 3,900 bar.

Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 2.244 in / 57.00 mm, the max. cartridge length is 3.228 in / 82.00 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 56,565 PSI / 3,900 bar.

Load Specifications
ImperialMetric
Bullet:.323 | 150gr | Pro-Hunter
Cartridge:8 x 57 IS load data
Case Length (L3):2.244" | 57.0 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.304" | 7.7 mm
Case Capacity:63 gow | 4.08 cm³
Primer Size:Large Rifle (LR)
Max. Pressure (C.I.P.):56,565 psi | 3,900 bar
Barrel Length:23.6" | 600 mm
Min. Twist Rate:1:6.0
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Community Loads for 8 x 57 IS + 150gr Sierra Pro-Hunter
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45.9 gr | 2.940" | 24.0" | 2646 fps | ••• | |
| 47.3 gr | 2.940" | 24.0" | 2641 fps | ••• | |
| 50.0 gr | 3.228" | 23.0" | 2641 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.228" | 23.0" | 2514 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.228" | 23.0" | 2454 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.228" | 23.0" | 2479 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.228" | 23.0" | 2561 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.228" | 23.0" | 2570 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.228" | 23.0" | 2663 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.228" | 23.0" | 2668 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.228" | 23.0" | 2542 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.228" | 23.0" | 2566 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.228" | 23.0" | 2633 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.228" | 23.0" | 2654 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.228" | 23.0" | 2725 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.228" | 23.0" | 2814 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.228" | 23.0" | 2586 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.228" | 23.0" | 2645 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.228" | 23.0" | 2656 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.228" | 23.0" | 2725 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.228" | 23.0" | 2419 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.228" | 23.0" | 2463 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.228" | 23.0" | 2493 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.228" | 23.0" | 2535 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.228" | 23.0" | 2564 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.228" | 23.0" | 2607 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.228" | 23.0" | 2635 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.228" | 23.0" | 2272 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.228" | 23.0" | 2349 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.228" | 23.0" | 2427 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.228" | 23.0" | 2506 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.228" | 23.0" | 2497 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.228" | 23.0" | 2527 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.228" | 23.0" | 2576 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.228" | 23.0" | 2605 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.953" | 18.3" | 2520 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.953" | 18.3" | 2723 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.228" | 23.0" | 2483 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.228" | 23.0" | 2521 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.228" | 23.0" | 2557 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.228" | 23.0" | 2598 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.228" | 23.0" | 2354 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.228" | 23.0" | 2429 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.106" | 20.5" | 2848 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.228" | 23.0" | 2598 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.228" | 23.0" | 2398 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.228" | 23.0" | 2450 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.228" | 23.0" | 2469 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.228" | 23.0" | 2529 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.228" | 23.0" | 2543 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.228" | 23.0" | 2606 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.228" | 23.0" | 2616 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.228" | 23.0" | 2684 fps | ••• | |
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