.256 Win. Mag.

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Caliber Description

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Technical Specifications

Safety Standard / Application

C.I.P. / Rifle Caliber

Most Suitable Bullet Weights

69 - 127 Grains

Case Capacity / Average Charge

22 Grains of Water / 10.6 Grains

Average Muzzle Velocity / Energy

2031 fps / 801 ft-lbf

Case Length / Max. C.O.L

1.281'' / 1.59''

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