.308 Norma Mag.
Reloading data for .308 Norma Mag. cartridges and specifications for cases and loads in this caliber.
Product number: CID_398
Load data for caliber ".308 Norma Mag."
The .308 Norma Magnum, also known as the .308 Norma Mag., was an innovative round developed by Norma AB in 1967. This caliber is highly praised for its ability to remain accurate and consistent at long distances, making it an excellent choice for hunting large game animals or precision target shooting.The .308 Norma Mag. is capable of reliable knockdown power with improved terminal ballistics, meaning that shot placement is key when using this cartridge. Additionally, this rifle round has earned a great deal of respect among hunters due to its impressive accuracy potential and dependable performance in most weather conditions.
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Technical Specifications (based on the respective safety standard - see more details in tab 'Datasheet' if available)
| Caliber: | .308 Norma Mag. |
|---|---|
| Cartridge Type: | Magnum |
| Bullet Diameter: | 0.308 '' | 7.82 mm |
| Primer Size: | Large Rifle Magnum (LRM) |
| Max. Case Length (l3): | 2.56'' | 65 mm |
| Max .Cartridge Length / OAL: | 3.35'' | 84.99 mm |
| Maximum Standardized Pressure: | 63817.6 psi | 4400 bar |
C.I.P.
The Commission internationale permanente pour l'épreuve des armes à feu portatives ("Permanent International Commission for the Proof of Small Arms" – commonly abbreviated as C.I.P.) is an international organisation which sets standards for safety testing of firearms. (The word portatives ("portable") in the name refers to the fact the C.I.P. tests small arms almost exclusively; it is ordinarily omitted from the English translation of the name.) As of 2015, its members are the national governments of 14 countries, of which 11 are European Union member states. The C.I.P. safeguards that all firearms and ammunition sold to civilian purchasers in member states are safe for the users.
To achieve this, all such firearms are first proof tested at C.I.P. accredited Proof Houses. The same applies for cartridges; at regular intervals, cartridges are tested against the C.I.P. pressure specifications at the ammunition manufacturing plants and at C.I.P. accredited Proof Houses.