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7mm-08 Remington Load Data & Ballistics Calculator

Estimate chamber pressure and muzzle velocity for the 7mm-08 Remington 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.

7mm-08 Remington reference

Maximum average pressure (MAP)61,000 psi
Nominal case capacity55.0 gr H₂O
Groove / bullet diameter0.284 in (7.21 mm)

Example simulation illustrative

Bullet
Hornady 0.284 139 gr GMX
Powder
Hodgdon Varget
Charge
35.5 gr
Barrel
24 in

Muzzle velocity

2,538 fps

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

39,486 – 47,965 – 57,245 psi

nominal is 79% MAP (61,000 psi)

The simulator isn't optimized for this cartridge yet and may read pressure high.

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

Popular 7mm-08 Remington powders

Powders and bullets handloaders commonly use for the 7mm-08 Remington, 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 7mm-08 Remington bullets

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