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300 H&H Magnum Load Data & Ballistics Calculator

Estimate chamber pressure and muzzle velocity for the 300 H&H 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.

300 H&H Magnum reference

Maximum average pressure (MAP)58,000 psi
Nominal case capacity86.0 gr H₂O
Groove / bullet diameter0.308 in (7.82 mm)

Example simulation illustrative

Bullet
Hornady 0.308 178 gr BTHP Match
Powder
IMR 4831
Charge
61.6 gr
Barrel
26 in

Muzzle velocity

2,707 fps

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

35,747 – 43,212 – 51,327 psi

nominal is 75% MAP (58,000 psi)

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 300 H&H Magnum powders

Powders and bullets handloaders commonly use for the 300 H&H 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 300 H&H Magnum bullets

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