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Caliber Reloading Data

We provide technical specifications for over 400 calibers, including case capacity, case length, overall cartridge length, typical bullet weights, muzzle velocities, recommended powder charges, and muzzle energy.

Each caliber reloading page also includes detailed information on the caliber’s history, typical applications, target species, and performance characteristics.

 

Additionally, we highlight some of the most popular and proven load recipes to help reloaders get started with confidence.

Where applicable, we also offer a cost comparison between reloading and purchasing factory ammunition, giving you insight into the potential savings of reloading your own rounds

Caliber Reload Data

Most Popular Calibers

.308 Win. (7.62 x 51)

.308 Win. (7.62 x 51)

- 150 gr Sierra SP, 44.0 gr Varget, CCI 200 primer, COL 2.800"
- 168 gr Hornady BTHP, 41.5 gr IMR 4064, Federal 210 primer, COL 2.800"
- 175 gr Sierra MatchKing, 42.0 gr RL-15, Winchester LR primer, COL 2.800"
- 180 gr Nosler Partition, 46.0 gr H4895, CCI 200 primer, COL 2.800"
- 150 gr Hornady SST, 45.0 gr IMR 4895, Federal 210 primer, COL 2.780"
- 165 gr Speer SP, 44.0 gr Varget, Remington 9 1/2 primer, COL 2.800"
- 168 gr Barnes TTSX, 42.5 gr Varget, CCI 200 primer, COL 2.810"
- 155 gr Lapua Scenar, 43.5 gr IMR 4064, Winchester LR primer, COL 2.800"

Always consult a reliable reloading manual and start below maximum. Adjust for your specific rifle and components.

.223 Rem.

.223 Rem.

- 55gr FMJ, 24.5gr H335, CCI 400 primer, COAL 2.200"
- 55gr VMAX, 25.0gr Varget, Winchester SR primer, COAL 2.250"
- 62gr FMJ, 24.0gr TAC, Remington 7 1/2 primer, COAL 2.250"
- 69gr SMK, 23.5gr IMR 8208 XBR, Federal 205 primer, COAL 2.260"
- 50gr Nosler Ballistic Tip, 26.5gr Benchmark, CCI BR4 primer, COAL 2.200"
- 40gr Hornady VMAX, 27.0gr H322, Winchester SR primer, COAL 2.200"
- 77gr SMK, 22.0gr RL-15, CCI 450 primer, COAL 2.260"
- 55gr Nosler BT, 24.0gr BL-C(2), Federal 205 primer, COAL 2.240"

Always verify with a current reloading manual. Start at least 10% below listed charges and work up while watching for pressure signs.

6.5 Creedmoor

6.5 Creedmoor

- 140 gr Hornady ELD-Match, 41.5 gr H4350, CCI BR-2 primer, Hornady brass, COL 2.800"
- 143 gr Hornady ELD-X, 41.0 gr H4350, Federal 210 primer, Lapua brass, COL 2.815"
- 130 gr Berger AR Hybrid, 42.0 gr RL-16, CCI 200 primer, Starline brass, COL 2.800"
- 120 gr Sierra TMK, 43.5 gr IMR 4350, Winchester LRP, Hornady brass, COL 2.750"
- 140 gr Nosler RDF, 40.0 gr IMR 4451, CCI 200 primer, Lapua brass, COL 2.805"
- 147 gr Hornady ELD-M, 40.2 gr H4350, Federal 210M primer, Hornady brass, COL 2.820"
- 135 gr Berger Classic Hunter, 41.2 gr H4350, CCI BR-2 primer, Hornady brass, COL 2.800"
- 129 gr Hornady InterLock, 42.5 gr RL-17, Winchester LRP, Hornady brass, COL 2.760"

Always start 10% below and work up. Verify all loads with reputable reloading manuals and ensure safety before use.

Caliber Load Data

Load recipes

.224 Weath. Mag.

Rifle Caliber

The .224 Weatherby Magnum is a venerable cartridge that originated from the innovative design approach of Roy Weatherby in the early 1960s. Seeking to...

Load recipes

9 x 57 Mauser

Rifle Caliber

The 9x57 Mauser cartridge stands out in the rich lineage of Mauser-designed ammunition, emerging in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as a respon...

Load recipes

5.7 x 28

Revolver / Pistol Caliber

The 5.7x28mm cartridge was developed in the late 1980s by FN Herstal, a renowned Belgian firearms manufacturer. The creation of this caliber was prima...

Load recipes

.277 Fury (Commercial)

Rifle Caliber

Load recipes

6.5-284 Norma

Rifle Caliber

The 6.5-284 Norma began its journey as a wildcat cartridge, initially designed by necking down the .284 Winchester to accept the smaller, more ballist...

Load recipes

.244 Rem.

Rifle Caliber

Introduced in 1955 by Remington Arms Company, the .244 Remington cartridge was initially developed as a response to the rising popularity of the .243 ...

Load recipes

8.6 mm Blackout

Rifle Caliber

The 8.6mm Blackout is a modern cartridge that has captured the attention of the firearms and reloading community due to its innovative design and uniq...

Load recipes

.280 Rem.

Rifle Caliber

The .280 Remington, also known as the 7mm Express Remington, is a classic American rifle cartridge developed by Remington Arms in 1957. Designed to of...

Load recipes

5.6 x 57

Rifle Caliber

The 5.6x57mm cartridge is a relatively niche yet fascinating caliber that traces its origins back to Germany in the late 1960s. Developed primarily by...

Load recipes

7 mm WSM

Rifle Caliber

The 7mm Winchester Short Magnum (7mm WSM) was introduced by Winchester in 2001 as part of a family of short magnum cartridges. Built on the same conce...

Load recipes

5.6 x 57 R

Rifle Caliber

The 5.6 x 57 R cartridge, rooted in German engineering, boasts a notable presence among European rimmed hunting rounds. Designed by Rheinisch-Westfäli...

Load recipes

6.5 x 68

Rifle Caliber

Load recipes

.375 CheyTAC

Rifle Caliber

Load recipes

.338 Win Mag.

Rifle Caliber

Load recipes

.38-45 ACP

Revolver / Pistol Caliber

Load recipes

5.6 x 70 R

Rifle Caliber

Load recipes

7 mm Blaser Mag

Rifle Caliber

Load recipes

6 x 62 Freres

Rifle Caliber

Load recipes

.221 Rem. Fireball

Rifle Caliber

Load recipes

7 mm KM Katzmaier

Rifle Caliber

Load recipes

6 x 70 R

Rifle Caliber

Load recipes

.303 Savage

Rifle Caliber

Load recipes

6 x 47 SM

Rifle Caliber

Load recipes

.357 Maximum

Revolver / Pistol Caliber

Load recipes

6 x 52 R Bretschneider

Rifle Caliber

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