About this bullet
.257 | 131gr | Sierra Tipped GameKing is a bullet made by Sierra. At 131 gr (8.5 g) and a diameter of 0.257'' (6.53 mm) it suits handloads where bullet weight and barrel length have to be matched carefully. A twist rate of 1:8.0 is recommended for stable flight; slower twists can under-stabilise this bullet.
Load data for .257 | 131gr | Sierra Tipped GameKing bullet is available in the following calibers:
- .25 Creedmoor
- .25 WYB RPM
- .25 x 47 Lapua
- .25-06 Ackley Improved
- .25-06 Rem.
- .255 GS
- .256 Mag. Gibbs
- 25-6.5 PRC
Safety notes
All load data is reference data only. Always start at the minimum charge and work up in small steps while watching for pressure signs. Never exceed the maximum charge published by the powder or bullet manufacturer.
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