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.240 Weath. Mag.
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Caliber Specifications:
Caliber: | .240 Weath. Mag. |
Standard / Datasheet: | C.I.P. |
Bullet Diameter: | 0.243" | 6.17mm |
Primer Size: | Large Rifle (LR) |
Max. Case Length: | 2.500" | 63.50mm |
Max. Cartridge Length / OAL: | 3.100" | 78.74mm |
Max. Standardized Pressure: | 63817 psi | 4400 bar |
Case Capacity: | 64.0 Grains of Water | 4.16 cm3 |
CID: | CID_175 |
Last updated: | 2/20/2025 |
- The .240 Weatherby Magnum (WEA-MAG) is a powerful rifle cartridge based on the .300 Weatherby Magnum case necked down to accept .24 caliber (6mm) bullets. Developed in 1993 by the renowned cartridge maker Roy Weatherby, this popular round delivers high velocities and excellent long range accuracy.The .240 WEA-MAG is primarily used for hunting big game animals such as deer, elk and moose at extended ranges due to its flat trajectory and low recoil. It can also be used effectively for shooting varmints such as coyotes and foxes, making it a great all-around choice for many hunting applications.
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