Load Data for .500 Nitro Express 3"


 
Bullet: 570 gr DGX  (HDY)
Diameter: 0.510"
 
Powder: IMR 4451 (Improved Military Rifle)
Starting Powder: 98.5 gr
Max Powder: 106.0 gr
 
Primer: FED 215m
 
Case: HDY
Trim Length: 2.990"
 
Cartridge Overall Length: 3.740"
 
Starting Velocity: 1,941
Starting Pressure: 35,200
Max Velocity: 2,100
Max Pressure: 42,000
 
Compressed
Barrel: 24" with 1:15" twist.
 
Source: https://www.hodgdonreloading.com/
 

Printed from Shooter's Reference on 12/30/2024:
https://www.shootersreference.com/reloadingdata/500-nitro-express-3/