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Here is Barnes load data from there web site you have to go to the 140 gr bullet in their data to reach 3100fps in the 7mm rem mag. Barnes is one of the more accurate load data providers.



338 Federal
♦ Indicates most accurate load
Bullet Weight: 160 gr Case Trim Length: 2.005" S.D. 0.200
Bullet Style: Tipped TSX FB Primer: Fed GM210M B.C. -
COAL: 2.820" Barrel Length: 24"
Case: Federal Twist Rate: 1:10"
Charge Velocity Charge Velocity Load
Powder (grains) (fps) (grains) (fps) Density (%)
♦ RL 7 40.0 2695 44.0 2923 99
AA 2230 48.0 2861 53.0 3089 105


7mm Remington Magnum

Bullet Weight: 160 gr Case Trim Length: 2.490" S.D. 0.283
Bullet Style: TSX FB Primer: Fed GM215M B.C. 0.392
COAL: 3.240" Barrel Length: 24"
Case: W-W Twist Rate: 1:9.5"
Bullet Weight: 160 gr Case Trim Length: 2.490" S.D. 0.283
Bullet Style: MRX BT Primer: Fed GM215M B.C. 0.439
COAL: 3.240" Barrel Length: 24"
Case: W-W Twist Rate: 1:9.5"
Charge Velocity Charge Velocity Load
Powder (grains) (fps) (grains) (fps) Density (%)
H1000 59.0 2621 66.0 2842 93
 RL 25 55.5 2645 63.0 2856 88