Rifle · SAAMI (not in current Z299)
.35 Nosler
Nosler's proprietary cartridge using a rebated-rim case without a belt.
- Caliber
- 0.358″ · 9.093 mm
- Introduced
- 2017
- Case
- Rimless
- Parent
- .375 Ruger
- Primary use
- Hunting
- Status
- Active
- Introduced
- 2017
- Type
- Rifle
- Origin
- United States
- Inventor
- Nosler, Inc.
- Manufacturer
- Nosler
- Standard
- SAAMI (not in current Z299)
- Status
- Active
- Availability
- Specialty
- Case capacity
- 95 gr H₂O
- Twist (typical)
- 1:9
- Primer
- Boxer Large Rifle
- Case type
- Rimless
- Max pressure
- 65,000 psi, SAAMI transducer
- Eff. range
- 400 yd
- Max range
- 4150 yd
- Recoil
- 30–40 ft·lb
Introduced by Nosler
Ballistics
Published velocity/energy data isn't available for .35 Nosler. Parent case: .375 Ruger.
Performance
Dimensionscase measurements · scale drawing · size vs familiar rounds
Case dimensions — the scale drawing at the top of the page is built from these.
SAAMI · approximate| Measure | mm | in | ✓ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bullet ⌀ | 9.09 | 0.358 | ~ |
| Neck ⌀ | 9.99 | 0.393 | |
| Shoulder ⌀ | 12.85 | 0.506 | |
| Shoulder angle | 23° | — | |
| Base ⌀ | 13.56 | 0.534 | ~ |
| Rim ⌀ | 13.56 | 0.534 | ~ |
| Belt ⌀ | n/a | ||
| Rim thickness | 1.27 | 0.050 | |
| Neck length | 9.39 | 0.370 | |
| Case length | 63.25 | 2.490 | ~ |
| Overall length | 84.84 | 3.340 | ~ |
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. .35 Nosler is highlighted below.
Missing a dimension for .35 Nosler? Some case measurements aren't in a published SAAMI/CIP drawing yet. Have a factory or reamer print? Send it → — verified hard-to-find data earns a free Lindcott sticker.
Factory loads
Being verified
Advertised FPS, energy, and BC are withheld until loads clear verification.
Reloading costestimate cost per round vs factory
Estimate your cost per round and how it compares to factory. Inputs are yours — nothing is stored.
Cost estimate only — not load data. Charge weight is your input; follow published manuals for safe charges.
Lineage
History
Introduced by Nosler in 2017 based on the same beltless rebated-rim case family as other Nosler proprietary cartridges. Designed for hunting elk and moose with heavy .358" bullets at extended ranges. Offered as a premium alternative to .35 Whelen in a modern magnum platform.
FAQs
- What twist rate does .35 Nosler use?
- .35 Nosler typically uses a 1:9 twist rate.
- What bullet diameter is .35 Nosler?
- .35 Nosler uses a 0.358″ (9.093 mm) diameter bullet.
- Is .35 Nosler still in production?
- .35 Nosler is active; typical availability is specialty.
- What is .35 Nosler used for?
- .35 Nosler is primarily used for hunting.
- What is .35 Nosler based on?
- .35 Nosler is derived from the .375 Ruger case.
Sources & provenance
Data & sources. Specs compiled from the Lindcott Armory reference; availability counted from 19 live factory loads; the trajectory is modeled (point-mass), not measured. See methodology. Spotted an error? Report it →
