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.308 Norma Magnum

Also known as 7.62 Norma Magnum

Norma's belted .30-caliber magnum, introduced shortly before .300 Winchester Magnum.

Caliber
0.3079″ · 7.82 mm
Introduced
1960
Case
Belted
Parent
.300 H&H Magnum
Primary use
Hunting, Long Range
Status
Active

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EnergyBeing verified
Typical grains165 · 180 · 185 gr
Identity
Introduced
1960
Type
Rifle
Origin
Sweden
Inventor
Norma
Manufacturer
Norma
Standard
CIP
Status
Active
Availability
Rare
Build
Case capacity
83 gr H₂O
Twist (typical)
1:10
Primer
Large Rifle Magnum
Case type
Belted
Pressure & range
Max pressure
57,400 psi
Eff. range
500 yd
Max range
1200 yd
Recoil
15–20 ft·lb

Introduced by Norma

Ballistics

Published velocity/energy data isn't available for .308 Norma Magnum. Parent case: .300 H&H Magnum.

Performance

Best for Withheld until verified
Best for Withheld until verified
Dimensionscase measurements · scale drawing · size vs familiar rounds

Case dimensions — the scale drawing at the top of the page is built from these.

CIP TDCC · approximate
Measuremmin✓
Bullet ⌀ 7.820.308 ~
Neck ⌀ 8.650.341 ✓
Shoulder ⌀ 12.450.490 ✓
Shoulder angle 25.5°— ✓
Base ⌀ 13.030.513 ✓
Rim ⌀ 13.500.531 ✓
Belt ⌀ 13.500.531 ✓
Rim thickness 1.250.049 ✓
Neck length 8.080.318 ≈
Case length 65.002.559 ✓
Overall length 85.003.346 ✓

Size vs familiar rounds

Drawn at true 1:1 — every case is accurate relative to the others. Absolute size depends on your screen's pixel density, so measuring one against a real ruler may be off. .308 Norma Magnum is highlighted below.

Factory loads

Verification

Being verified

Advertised FPS, energy, and BC are withheld until loads clear verification.

Suitable powders

4 reloading powders listed for .308 Norma Magnum, fastest to slowest. Cross-reference in the finder →

URPNorma 204Norma MRPN170
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Lineage

Immediate parent
.300 H&H Magnum
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Connected reference

Loads14 factory loads for .308 Norma MagnumReloading4 suitable powders — cross-referenceFirearmsFirearms in .308 Norma Magnum

History

Introduced in 1960, the .308 Norma Magnum briefly enjoyed popularity before .300 Winchester Magnum arrived in 1963 and dominated the market. The Swedish military adopted it in limited quantities for sniping. Today it remains available from Norma but is a niche choice, popular with European hunters and handloaders seeking a well-balanced .30 magnum.

FAQs

What twist rate does .308 Norma Magnum use?
.308 Norma Magnum typically uses a 1:10 twist rate.
What bullet diameter is .308 Norma Magnum?
.308 Norma Magnum uses a 0.3079″ (7.82 mm) diameter bullet.
Is .308 Norma Magnum still in production?
.308 Norma Magnum is active; typical availability is rare.
What is .308 Norma Magnum used for?
.308 Norma Magnum is primarily used for hunting, long range.
What is .308 Norma Magnum based on?
.308 Norma Magnum is derived from the .300 H&H Magnum case.
What are the best powders for .308 Norma Magnum?
Reloading powders commonly listed for .308 Norma Magnum include URP, Norma 204, Norma MRP, N170.

Sources & provenance

Data & sources. Specs compiled from the Lindcott Armory reference; availability counted from 13 live factory loads; the trajectory is modeled (point-mass), not measured. See methodology. Spotted an error? Report it →