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30 Remington AR Load Data & Ballistics Calculator

Estimate chamber pressure and muzzle velocity for the 30 Remington AR 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 Remington AR reference

Maximum average pressure (MAP)55,000 psi
Nominal case capacity44.0 gr H₂O
Groove / bullet diameter0.308 in (7.82 mm)

Example simulation illustrative

Bullet
Hornady 0.308 130 gr SP
Powder
Alliant RL-10X
Charge
30.7 gr
Barrel
22 in

Muzzle velocity

2,399 fps

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

30,825 – 35,544 – 40,742 psi

nominal is 65% MAP (55,000 psi)

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

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

Popular 30 Remington AR powders

Powders and bullets handloaders commonly use for the 30 Remington AR, 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 Remington AR bullets

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