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30-378 Weatherby Magnum Load Data & Ballistics Calculator

Estimate chamber pressure and muzzle velocity for the 30-378 Weatherby Magnum with the free, in-browser MyLoads internal ballistics simulator. The figures below are illustrative estimates from a physics model — not a recommended load. Always cross-check a current published loading manual.

30-378 Weatherby Magnum reference

Maximum average pressure (MAP)4,400 BAR
Nominal case capacity130.0 gr H₂O
Groove / bullet diameter0.308 in (7.82 mm)

Example simulation illustrative

Bullet
Sierra 30 Caliber (.308) 165 gr SBT GameKing
Powder
Accurate A-8700
Charge
107.2 gr
Barrel
26 in

Muzzle velocity

3,009 fps

Peak chamber pressure (interval, ±10% burn rate)

31,744 – 42,467 – 54,857 psi

nominal is 67% MAP (63,817 psi)

Pressure for this powder is extrapolated from a velocity-only fit — the pressure figures carry extra uncertainty in both directions.

The simulator isn't optimized for this cartridge yet: there isn't enough published pressure data to check it.

Illustrative example — every figure is an estimate; always confirm your load against a current published manual before loading.

Popular 30-378 Weatherby Magnum powders

Powders and bullets handloaders commonly use for the 30-378 Weatherby Magnum, drawn from public discussion and listed most common first. They appear as the Popular group in the calculator's pickers. This is not a load recommendation — always check your load against a current published manual.

Popular 30-378 Weatherby Magnum bullets

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