Load Data for 8 x 57 IS


 
Bullet: 180 gr BT  (NOS)
Diameter: 0.323"
 
Powder: IMR 8208 XBR (Improved Military Rifle)
Starting Powder: 43.0 gr
Max Powder: 45.7 gr
 
Primer: REM 9½
 
Case: REM
Trim Length: 2.230"
 
Cartridge Overall Length: 3.020"
 
Starting Velocity: 2,479
Starting Pressure: 41,300
Max Velocity: 2,619
Max Pressure: 47,900 CUP
 
Barrel: 24" with 1:9.5" twist.
 
Source: https://www.hodgdonreloading.com/
 

Printed from Shooter's Reference on 12/21/2024:
https://www.shootersreference.com/reloadingdata/8-x-57-is/