The 8 x 68 S cartridge was developed in the mid-1930s by RWS, a German ammunition manufacturer. It was developed as an improved version of the 8x68mm R, offering increased accuracy and velocity at longer distances.The 8x68S has become increasingly popular among precision shooters due to its versatility and performance. Its case size allows it to achieve higher velocities at long distances compared to other cartridges due to its minimized bullet drop and recoil. Additionally, its superior energy retention up to 1,000 yards makes it an ideal choice for long-range target shooting and hunting applications.The increased velocity of the 8 x 68 S also makes it a great choice for predator calling, as it enables hunters to accurately shoot predators from further away with less risk of wounding or missing their target.
- Bullet Weight (gr) ->0-5050-7575-100100-150150-200200-300>300
The following table indicates for this caliber and various bullet weight ranges (in grains) which powders are suitable (👍) and popular among our reloading community (👍👍). This might evolve over time as more community members share their loads and as we accumulate more calculations and tests with our balistics calculator.
Weight vs. Velocity - Suitable Bullets for this Caliber
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Barrel Length Variation vs. Velocity - by Bullet Weight
8 x 68 S load data available is with the following bullets:
(most popular first)
