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{{Short description|High-performance hunting cartridges}}
[[Nosler]] produces various high performance [[hollow point]] and [[soft point]] hunting bullets.
{{Use mdy dates|date=July 2021}}
[[Image:26-28-30 Nosler cartridges.jpg |thumb|26 Nosler, 28 Nosler, and 30 Nosler]]
[[Nosler]] produces six different rebated rim hunting cartridges. The first to be introduced was .26 Nosler, followed by .28 Nosler, .30 Nosler, .33 Nosler, .22 Nosler, and .27 Nosler.


==.22 Nosler==
==.22 Nosler==
{{Infobox firearm cartridge
[[File:22 Nosler.jpg|thumb|22 Nosler (left), .223 Remington (right)]]
| name = 22 Nosler
In January 2017 Nosler introduced the 22 Nosler. The '''22 Nosler''' is a .22-caliber (.224"), rebated-rim centerfire rifle cartridge designed by [[Nosler]]. The 22 Nosler is a [[SAAMI]] approved and standardized cartridge. It is the fifth cartridge designed by Nosler. It is claimed that the 22 Nosler delivers 25% more case capacity and is nearly 300 fps faster than a [[.223 Remington]]/ [[5.56×45mm NATO|5.56 NATO]]. The 22 Nosler is designed to use the existing bolt face of an AR-15, and conversions to this caliber can be accomplished with a simple barrel swap. The shoulder is set back slightly compared to the 5.56 cartridge to prevent accidentally chambering a 5.56 cartridge in a 22 Nosler rifle. The case diameter and taper resemble those of the [[6.8mm Remington SPC]]; so Nosler recommends using a magazine designed for that cartridge. While similar to the 6.8 SPC in some regards, there is no parent case and the 22 Nosler cannot be formed from 6.8 SPC brass.
|image=22 Nosler.jpg
|caption=22 Nosler (left), [[.223 Remington]] (right)
| origin = [[United States]]
| type = Rifle
| designer = [[Nosler]]
| design_date = 2017
| case_type = Rebated rim, bottlenecked
| bullet = {{cvt|.2245|in|mm|order=flip}}
| bullet_ref = <ref name="SAAMI 22 Nosler"/>
| neck = {{cvt|.255|in|mm|order=flip}}
| neck_ref = <ref name="SAAMI 22 Nosler"/>
| shoulder = {{cvt|.400|in|mm|order=flip}}
| shoulder_ref = <ref name="SAAMI 22 Nosler"/>
| base = {{cvt|.4207|in|mm|order=flip}}
| base_ref = <ref name="SAAMI 22 Nosler"/>
| rim_dia = {{cvt|.378|in|mm|order=flip}}
| rim_dia_ref = <ref name="SAAMI 22 Nosler"/>
| rim_thick = {{cvt|.045|in|mm|order=flip}}
| rim_thick_ref = <ref name="SAAMI 22 Nosler"/>
| case_length = {{cvt|1.760|in|mm|order=flip}}
| case_length_ref = <ref name="SAAMI 22 Nosler"/>
| length = {{cvt|2.260|in|mm|order=flip}}
| length_ref = <ref name="SAAMI 22 Nosler"/>
| rifling = 1 in 8 inches (203&nbsp;mm)
| max_pressure = {{cvt|55,000|psi|MPa|order=flip}}
| max_pressure_ref = <ref name="SAAMI 22 Nosler"/>
| pressure_method = SAAMI
| bwround = 1
| bw1 = 55
| btype1 =
| vel1 = 3500
| en1 = 1496
| test_barrel_length =
| balsrc = <ref name="SAAMI 22 Nosler">{{cite web|title=SAAMI New Cartridge & Chamber Introduction 22 Nosler|url=https://saami.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/22-Nosler.pdf|publisher=[[Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers' Institute]]|accessdate=23 September 2020}}</ref>
}}
The '''.22 Nosler''' is a .22-caliber (.224&nbsp;in; 5.6&nbsp;mm), rebated-rim centerfire rifle cartridge designed by [[Nosler]]. The .22 Nosler is a [[SAAMI]] approved and standardized cartridge.


===Background===
Unlike the next four Nosler cartridges, all of which were designed earlier, the 22 Nosler is the first Nosler cartridge to deviate from using the [[.300 Remington Ultra Magnum]]<ref>https://randyscustomrifles.com/812-2/</ref> as the parent case.
In January 2017 Nosler introduced the .22 Nosler. It is the fifth cartridge designed by Nosler. It is claimed that the .22 Nosler delivers 25% more case capacity and is nearly {{cvt|300|ft/s|m/s|order=flip|sigfig=1}} faster than a [[.223 Remington]]/ [[5.56×45mm NATO|5.56 NATO]]. The .22 Nosler is designed to use the existing bolt face of an AR-15, and conversions to this caliber can be accomplished with a simple barrel swap. The shoulder is set back slightly compared to the 5.56 cartridge to prevent accidentally chambering a 5.56 cartridge in a .22 Nosler rifle. The case diameter and taper resemble those of the [[6.8mm Remington SPC]], so Nosler recommends using a magazine designed for that cartridge. While similar to the 6.8 SPC in some regards, there is no parent case and the .22 Nosler cannot be formed from 6.8 SPC brass. The [[.224 Valkyrie]] is a similar cartridge, but the two are not interchangeable.

===Barrel Life===
Barrel life ranges from 2,000 to 4,000 rounds depending on use.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.nosler.com/22-nosler |title=22 Nosler Rifle Cartridge |website=Nosler |access-date=January 19, 2021 }}</ref>

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==.26 Nosler==
==.26 Nosler==
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| origin = [[United States]]
| origin = [[United States]]
| type = Rifle
| type = Rifle

| designer = [[Nosler]]
| designer = [[Nosler]]
| design_date = 2013
| design_date = 2013

| is_ranged = yes
| parent = [[.300 Remington Ultra Magnum]]
| parent = [[.300 Remington Ultra Magnum]]
| case_type = Rebated rim, bottlenecked
| case_type = Rebated rim, bottlenecked
| bullet = .2645
| bullet = {{cvt|.2645|in|mm|order=flip}}
| bullet_ref = <ref name="SAAMI data sheet"/>
| bullet_ref = <ref name="SAAMI data sheet">{{cite web|title=SAAMI New Cartridge and Chamber Acceptance Announcement: 26 Nosler|url=http://static.squarespace.com/static/5163436ce4b0b470bd1fbb00/t/52fea983e4b09e6f5ea59cc6/1392421251029/26_Nosler_SAAMI.pdf|publisher=[[Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers' Institute]]|accessdate=3 September 2014}}</ref>
| neck = .2970
| neck = {{cvt|.2970|in|mm|order=flip}}
| neck_ref = <ref name="SAAMI data sheet"/>
| neck_ref = <ref name="SAAMI data sheet"/>
| shoulder = .5275
| shoulder = {{cvt|.5275|in|mm|order=flip}}
| shoulder_ref = <ref name="SAAMI data sheet"/>
| shoulder_ref = <ref name="SAAMI data sheet"/>
| base = .5500
| base = {{cvt|.5500|in|mm|order=flip}}
| base_ref = <ref name="SAAMI data sheet"/>
| base_ref = <ref name="SAAMI data sheet"/>
| rim_dia = .534
| rim_dia = {{cvt|.534|in|mm|order=flip}}
| rim_dia_ref = <ref name="SAAMI data sheet"/>
| rim_dia_ref = <ref name="SAAMI data sheet"/>
| rim_thick = .050
| rim_thick = {{cvt|.050|in|mm|order=flip}}
| rim_thick_ref = <ref name="SAAMI data sheet"/>
| rim_thick_ref = <ref name="SAAMI data sheet"/>
| case_length = 2.590
| case_length = {{cvt|2.590|in|mm|order=flip}}
| case_length_ref = <ref name="SAAMI data sheet"/>
| case_length_ref = <ref name="SAAMI data sheet"/>
| length = 3.340
| length = {{cvt|3.340|in|mm|order=flip}}
| length_ref = <ref name="SAAMI data sheet"/>
| length_ref = <ref name="SAAMI data sheet"/>
| case_capacity = 93.5
| case_capacity = 93.5
| case_capacity_ref = <ref name="26 Nosler website">{{cite web|title=26 Nosler|url=http://www.26nosler.com/|publisher=[[Nosler]]|accessdate=3 September 2014}}</ref>
| case_capacity_ref = <ref name="26 Nosler website">{{cite web|title=26 Nosler|url=http://www.26nosler.com/|publisher=[[Nosler]]|accessdate=September 3, 2014}}</ref>
| rifling = 1 in 9 inches
| rifling = 1 in 9 inches (2296&nbsp;mm)
| max_pressure = 65000
| max_pressure = 65000
| max_pressure_ref = <ref name="SAAMI data sheet"/>
| max_pressure_ref = <ref name="SAAMI data sheet"/>
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The '''26 Nosler''' (6.5×66mmRB) is a rebated-rim centerfire rifle cartridge designed by [[Nosler]] and first announced in November 2013. It is the first cartridge designed by [[Nosler]].<ref name="SAAMI data sheet"/><ref name="26 Nosler website"/><ref name="Nosler comparison">{{cite web|title=26 Nosler ballistic data comparison charts|url=http://www.26nosler.com/_media/26Nosler_Comparison-Charts_Low-Res.pdf|publisher=[[Nosler]]|accessdate=3 September 2014}}</ref>
The '''.26 Nosler''' (6.5×66mmRB) is a rebated-rim centerfire rifle cartridge designed by [[Nosler]] and first announced in November 2013. It is the first cartridge designed by [[Nosler]].<ref name="SAAMI data sheet">{{cite web|title=SAAMI New Cartridge and Chamber Acceptance Announcement: 26 Nosler|url=http://static.squarespace.com/static/5163436ce4b0b470bd1fbb00/t/52fea983e4b09e6f5ea59cc6/1392421251029/26_Nosler_SAAMI.pdf|publisher=[[Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers' Institute]]|accessdate=September 3, 2014}}</ref><ref name="26 Nosler website"/><ref name="Nosler comparison">{{cite web|title=26 Nosler ballistic data comparison charts|url=http://www.26nosler.com/_media/26Nosler_Comparison-Charts_Low-Res.pdf|publisher=[[Nosler]]|accessdate=September 3, 2014}}</ref>


===Background===
===Background===
The name 26 Nosler refers to the first two digits in the caliber (0.264") of the bullets that the cartridge fires and the name of the company which created it.
The name .26 Nosler refers to the first two digits in the caliber (0.264&nbsp;in; 6.7&nbsp;mm) of the bullets that the cartridge fires and the name of the company which created it.


The 26 Nosler is designed as a modern 6.5mm cartridge, using recent advances in firearm technology to attain exceptionally high muzzle velocities, up to {{convert|3400|ft/s|m/s|abbr=on|-1}}, and maintain an extremely flat trajectory. The overall cartridge length of {{convert|3.340|in|mm}} is the same as that of the [[.30-06 Springfield]], allowing the use of widely available standard-length [[Firearm action|actions]].
The .26 Nosler is designed as a modern 6.5mm cartridge, using recent advances in firearm technology to attain exceptionally high muzzle velocities, up to {{cvt|3400|ft/s|m/s|order=flip|-1}}, and maintain an extremely flat trajectory. The overall cartridge length of {{cvt|3.340|in|mm|order=flip}} is the same as that of the [[.30-06 Springfield]], allowing the use of widely available standard-length [[Firearm action|actions]].


All four of Nosler's Cartridges, the 26 Nosler, 28 Nosler, 30 Nosler, and 33 Nosler, are based on the same [[.300 Remington Ultra Magnum]]<ref>https://randyscustomrifles.com/812-2/</ref> parent case. While the 26 Nosler and the 28 Nosler share the same cartridge case dimensions, the 30 Nosler has a slightly shorter length to the shoulder dimension than the 26 Nosler and the 28 Nosler,<ref name="Nosler Announces the 30 Nosler Cartridge">{{cite web|title=Nosler Announces the 30 Nosler Cartridge: The Outdoor Wire|url=http://www.theoutdoorwire.com/story//1452467407vc0fh8h6h6a|publisher=The Outdoor Wire|accessdate=11 January 2016}}</ref> and the 33 Nosler has a shorter shoulder length dimension than that of the 30 Nosler.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.33nosler.com/introduction/|title=Introduction|date=19 October 2016|publisher=}}</ref>
Four of Nosler's Cartridges, the .26 Nosler, .28 Nosler, .30 Nosler, and .33 Nosler, are based on the same [[.300 Remington Ultra Magnum]]<ref name="randyscustomrifles.com">{{Cite web|url=https://randyscustomrifles.com/812-2/|title = ON TARGET: 30 Nosler is not based on .404 Jeffery|date = October 10, 2016}}</ref> parent case. While the .26 Nosler and the .28 Nosler share the same cartridge case dimensions, the .30 Nosler has a slightly shorter length to the shoulder dimension than the .26 Nosler and the .28 Nosler,<ref name="Nosler Announces the 30 Nosler Cartridge">{{cite web|title=Nosler Announces the 30 Nosler Cartridge: The Outdoor Wire|url=http://www.theoutdoorwire.com/story//1452467407vc0fh8h6h6a|publisher=The Outdoor Wire|accessdate=January 11, 2016}}</ref> and the .33 Nosler has a shorter shoulder length dimension than that of the .30 Nosler.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.33nosler.com/introduction/|title=Introduction|date=October 19, 2016|publisher=}}</ref>


===Performance===
===Performance===
Nosler claimed that the 26 Nosler was the most powerful commercial 6.5mm cartridge in the world. However, since the release of the [[6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum]] in 2016, it is the second most powerful 6.5mm cartridge.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.weatherby.com/6-5-300-wby-mag.html|title=6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum|publisher=}}</ref><ref name="Nosler press release">{{cite web|title=Nosler® unveils world's most powerful 6.5mm commercial cartridge: The 26 Nosler|url=http://www.nosler.com/news-and-articles/2013/11/22/the-26-nosler|publisher=[[Nosler]]|accessdate=3 September 2014}}</ref>. The 26 Nosler, when loaded with 129-grain AccuBond Long Range [[very-low-drag bullet]]s, retains as much velocity at 400 yards as the [[.260 Remington]] produces at the muzzle.<ref name="Nosler comparison" /><ref name="Nosler press release" />
When released, the .26 Nosler was claimed to be the most powerful commercial 6.5&nbsp;mm cartridge in the world.<ref name="Nosler press release">{{cite web|title=Nosler® unveils world's most powerful 6.5mm commercial cartridge: The 26 Nosler|url=http://www.nosler.com/news-and-articles/2013/11/22/the-26-nosler|publisher=[[Nosler]]|accessdate=September 3, 2014}}</ref> The .26 Nosler, when loaded with {{cvt|129|gr|g|order=flip|adj=on}} AccuBond Long Range [[very-low-drag bullet]]s, retains as much velocity at {{cvt|400|yd|m|order=flip}} as the [[.260 Remington]] produces at the muzzle.<ref name="Nosler comparison" /><ref name="Nosler press release" />


===Barrel Life===
===Barrel Life===
The high velocity of the 26 Nosler cartridge has raised concerns about excessive barrel wear, potentially wearing down barrels at a rate faster than that of the similar [[.264 Winchester Magnum]], which itself [[.264 Winchester Magnum#Background|has a reputation for being a "barrel burner"]].<ref name="Chuck Hawks First Look">{{cite web|last1=Hawks|first1=Chuck|title=The .26 Nosler - First Look|url=http://www.chuckhawks.com/26Nosler.htm|accessdate=3 September 2014}}</ref>
The high velocity of the .26 Nosler cartridge has raised concerns about excessive barrel wear, potentially wearing down barrels at a rate faster than that of the similar [[.264 Winchester Magnum]], which itself [[.264 Winchester Magnum#Background|has a reputation for being a "barrel burner"]].<ref name="Chuck Hawks First Look">{{cite web|last1=Hawks|first1=Chuck|title=The .26 Nosler - First Look|url=http://www.chuckhawks.com/26Nosler.htm|accessdate=September 3, 2014}}</ref>


===Specifications===
===Specifications===
The 26 Nosler cartridge specifications have been submitted to [[Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers' Institute|SAAMI]] and a data sheet is currently available.<ref name="SAAMI data sheet"/>
The .26 Nosler cartridge specifications have been submitted to [[Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers' Institute|SAAMI]] and a data sheet is currently available.<ref name="SAAMI data sheet"/>


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==.27 Nosler==
==.27 Nosler==
{{Infobox firearm cartridge
Nosler adds a new cartridge, in 2020, the 27 Nosler.
Nosler plan to use a 1:8.5" twist barrel for their M48 rifles chambered in 27 Nosler.
| name = .27 Nosler
| origin = [[United States]]
Nosler will be offering their complete line of M48 rifles in the 27 Nosler chambering. Initial factory loads will include the 150 grain AccuBond and the 165 grain AccuBond Long Range (ABLR) bullets. For handloaders, Nosler will also offer fully prepared Nosler brass, bullets and reloading data for the 27 Nosler. RCBS reloading dies are also currently available for the cartridge.
| type = Rifle
When firing a 150 grain AccuBond Long Range bullet from a rifle with a 26" barrel, the 27 Nosler has an approximately 400 fps advantage over the .270 Winchester, about a 300 fps advantage over the 270 WSM, and about a 100-150 fps velocity advantage over the .270 Weatherby.
The primary use for the 27 Nosler is hunting.


| designer = [[Nosler]]
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
| design_date = 2020
| parent = [[.404 Jeffery]]
| case_type = Rebated rim, bottlenecked
| bullet = {{cvt|.2780|in|mm|order=flip}}
| bullet_ref = <ref name="SAAMI data sheet 2">{{cite web|title=CARTRIDGE AND CHAMBER DRAWING 27 NOSLER|url=https://saami.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/ANSI-SAAMI-Z299.4-CFR-Approved-2015-12-14-Posting-Copy.pdf|publisher=[[Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers' Institute]]|accessdate=January 18, 2021}}</ref>{{rp|83}}
| neck = {{cvt|.3140|in|mm|order=flip}}
| neck_ref = <ref name="SAAMI data sheet 2"/>
| shoulder = {{cvt|.5282|in|mm|order=flip}}
| shoulder_ref = <ref name="SAAMI data sheet 2"/>
| base = {{cvt|.5500|in|mm|order=flip}}
| base_ref = <ref name="SAAMI data sheet 2"/>
| rim_dia = {{cvt|.534|in|mm|order=flip}}
| rim_dia_ref = <ref name="SAAMI data sheet 2"/>
| rim_thick = {{cvt|.050|in|mm|order=flip}}
| rim_thick_ref = <ref name="SAAMI data sheet 2"/>
| case_length = {{cvt|2.590|in|mm|order=flip}}
| case_length_ref = <ref name="SAAMI data sheet 2"/>
| length = {{cvt|3.340|in|mm|order=flip}}
| length_ref = <ref name="SAAMI data sheet 2"/>
| case_capacity = {{cvt|98.4|in|mm|order=flip}}
| case_capacity_ref = <ref name="27 Nosler FAQ">{{cite web|title=27 Nosler|url=https://www.nosler.com/27-faq|publisher=[[Nosler]]|accessdate=January 18, 2021}}</ref>
| rifling = 1 in 8.5 inches
| max_pressure =
| max_pressure_ref =
| pressure_method =
| primer = Large rifle magnum
| bwround =
| bw1 = 150
| btype1 =
| vel1 = 3300
| en1 = 3638
| bw2 =
| btype2 =
| vel2 =
| en2 =
| test_barrel_length = 26"
| balsrc = https://www.nosler.com/27-nosler
}}
Nosler adds a new cartridge in 2020, the .27 Nosler. Nosler plans to use a 1:8.5" (216&nbsp;mm) twist barrel for their M48 rifles chambered in .27 Nosler. Nosler will be offering their complete line of M48 rifles in the .27 Nosler chambering. Initial factory loads will include the {{cvt|150|gr|g|order=flip}} AccuBond and the {{cvt|165|gr|g|order=flip}} AccuBond Long Range (ABLR) bullets. For handloaders, Nosler will also offer fully prepared Nosler brass, bullets and reloading data for the .27 Nosler. [[Rock Chuck Bullet Swage|RCBS]] reloading dies are also currently available for the cartridge. When firing a {{cvt|150|gr|g|order=flip}} AccuBond Long Range bullet from a rifle with a {{cvt|26|in|mm|order=flip}} barrel, the .27 Nosler has an approximately {{cvt|400|ft/s|m/s|order=flip}} advantage over the [[.270 Winchester]], about a {{cvt|300|ft/s|m/s|order=flip|sigfig=1}} advantage over the [[.270 WSM]], and about a {{cvt|100|-|150|ft/s|m/s|order=flip}} velocity advantage over the [[.270 Weatherby]]. The primary use for the .27 Nosler is hunting.

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==.28 Nosler==
==.28 Nosler==


{{Infobox firearm cartridge
{{Infobox firearm cartridge
| name = 28 Nosler
| name = .28 Nosler
| type = Rifle
| type = Rifle
| design_date = 2015
| design_date = 2015
| is_ranged = yes
| parent = [[.300 Remington Ultra Magnum]]
| parent = [[.300 Remington Ultra Magnum]]
| case_type = Rebated rim, bottlenecked
| case_type = Rebated rim, bottlenecked
| bullet = .2840in
| bullet = {{cvt|.2840|in|mm|order=flip}}
| bullet_ref =
| bullet_ref =
| neck = .320in
| neck = {{cvt|.320|in|mm|order=flip}}
| neck_ref =
| neck_ref =
| shoulder = .528in
| shoulder = {{cvt|.528|in|mm|order=flip}}
| shoulder_ref =
| shoulder_ref =
| base = .550in
| base = {{cvt|.550|in|mm|order=flip}}
| base_ref =
| base_ref =
| rim_dia = .534in (13.6mm)
| rim_dia = {{cvt|.534|in|mm|order=flip}}
| rim_dia_ref =
| rim_dia_ref =
| rim_thick =
| rim_thick = {{cvt|.050|in|mm|order=flip}}
| rim_thick_ref =
| rim_thick_ref =
| case_length = 2.590in
| case_length = {{cvt|2.590|in|mm|order=flip}}
| case_length_ref =
| case_length_ref =
| length = 3.340in (84.8mm)
| length = {{cvt|3.340|in|mm|order=flip}}
| length_ref =
| length_ref =
| case_capacity = 93.8 gr H2O
| case_capacity = 93.8 gr H2O (6.08&nbsp;ml)
| case_capacity_ref =
| case_capacity_ref =
| rifling = 1 in 9 inches
| rifling = 1 in 9 inches
| max_pressure = 65,000 psi (450 MPa)
| max_pressure = 450 MPa (65,000 psi)
| max_pressure_ref =
| max_pressure_ref =
| pressure_method = SAAMI
| pressure_method = SAAMI
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The '''28 Nosler''' is a 7mm (.284") caliber, rebated-rim centerfire rifle cartridge designed by [[Nosler]]. Introduced in 2015 <ref name="Nosler website">{{cite web |title=Nosler Unveils World’s Most Powerful 7Mm Commercial Cartridge |url=http://www.nosler.com/news-and-articles/2015/1/19/the-28-nosler |publisher=[[Nosler]] |accessdate=28 January 2015 |archiveurl=https://www.webcitation.org/6XHaXYPIA?url=http://www.nosler.com/news-and-articles/2015/1/19/the-28-nosler |archivedate=2015-03-25 |url-status=live }}</ref> and approved by [[SAAMI]] on January 19, 2015. It is the second cartridge designed by [[Nosler]]
The '''.28 Nosler''' is a 7&nbsp;mm (.284") caliber, rebated-rim centerfire rifle cartridge designed by [[Nosler]]. Introduced in 2015 <ref name="Nosler website">{{cite web |title=Nosler Unveils World's Most Powerful 7Mm Commercial Cartridge |url=http://www.nosler.com/news-and-articles/2015/1/19/the-28-nosler |publisher=[[Nosler]] |accessdate=January 28, 2015 |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20150316153347/http://www.nosler.com/news-and-articles/2015/1/19/the-28-nosler |archivedate=March 16, 2015 |url-status=live }}</ref> and approved by [[SAAMI]] on January 19, 2015. It is the second cartridge designed by [[Nosler]]


===Background===
===Background===
The name 28 Nosler refers to the first two digits in the caliber (0.284") of the bullets that the cartridge fires and the name of the company which created it.
The name .28 Nosler refers to the first two digits in the caliber (0.284&nbsp;in; 7.2&nbsp;mm) of the bullets that the cartridge fires and the name of the company which created it.


The 28 Nosler is based on the 26 Nosler which was released in 2014. The 28 Nosler shares the same overall cartridge length (3.340") as the 26 Nosler which allows it to be chambered in standard-length action.<ref name="American Hunter Blog">{{cite web|title=28 Nosler|url=http://www.americanhunter.org/blogs/28-nosler|publisher=American Hunter|accessdate=29 January 2015}}</ref> This feature helps weight-conscious sportsmen to lighten their load before venturing into the backcountry. The cases’ overall length also aid in quick follow-up shots, since the bolt throw is shorter than on a magnum action.<ref name="Pushing the Limits with the 28 Nosler">{{cite web|title=Pushing the Limits with the 28 Nosler|url=http://www.gundigest.com/ammunition-reviews-articles/reloading-handloading-articles-advice/pushing-the-limits-with-the-28-nosler|publisher=[[Gun Digest]]|accessdate=26 February 2015}}</ref>
The .28 Nosler is based on the .26 Nosler which was released in 2014. The .28 Nosler shares the same overall cartridge length of {{cvt|3.340|in|mm|order=flip}} as the .26 Nosler which allows it to be chambered in standard-length action.<ref name="American Hunter Blog">{{cite web|title=28 Nosler|url=http://www.americanhunter.org/blogs/28-nosler|publisher=American Hunter|accessdate=January 29, 2015}}</ref> This feature helps weight-conscious sportsmen to lighten their load before venturing into the backcountry. The cases’ overall length also aids in quick follow-up shots, since the bolt throw is shorter than on a magnum action.<ref name="Pushing the Limits with the 28 Nosler">{{cite web|title=Pushing the Limits with the 28 Nosler|url=http://www.gundigest.com/ammunition-reviews-articles/reloading-handloading-articles-advice/pushing-the-limits-with-the-28-nosler|publisher=[[Gun Digest]]|accessdate=February 26, 2015}}</ref>


All four of Nosler's Cartridges the 26 Nosler, 28 Nosler, 30 Nosler, and the 33 Nosler are based on the same [[.300 Remington Ultra Magnum]]<ref>https://randyscustomrifles.com/812-2/</ref> parent case. While the 26 Nosler and the 28 Nosler share the same cartridge case dimensions, the 30 Nosler has a slightly shorter length to the shoulder dimension than the 26 Nosler and the 28 Nosler,<ref name="Nosler Announces the 30 Nosler Cartridge"/> and the 33 Nosler has a shorter shoulder dimension yet than that of the 30 Nosler.<ref name="33nosler.com">{{cite web|url=https://www.33nosler.com/introduction/|title=Introduction|date=19 October 2016|work=33nosler.com|accessdate=22 February 2017}}</ref>
Four of Nosler's Cartridges the .26 Nosler, .28 Nosler, .30 Nosler, and the .33 Nosler are based on the same [[.300 Remington Ultra Magnum]]<ref name="randyscustomrifles.com"/> parent case. While the .26 Nosler and the .28 Nosler share the same cartridge case dimensions, the .30 Nosler has a slightly shorter length to the shoulder dimension than the .26 Nosler and the .28 Nosler,<ref name="Nosler Announces the 30 Nosler Cartridge"/> and the .33 Nosler has a shorter shoulder dimension yet than that of the .30 Nosler.<ref name="33nosler.com">{{cite web|url=https://www.33nosler.com/introduction/|title=Introduction|date=October 19, 2016|work=33nosler.com|accessdate=February 22, 2017}}</ref>


===Design Considerations===
===Design Considerations===
The 28 Nosler is essentially a shortened version of the [[7mm Remington Ultra Magnum]]. They share a maximum body diameter of 0.550 inch. Rebating the rim to 0.534 inch simplifies the production of rifle bolts since the rims of Holland & Holland-style belted magnums, such as the [[7mm Remington Magnum]] and [[.300 Winchester Magnum]], are the same diameter. Whereas the 7mm RUM case measures 2.387 inches long from head to body-shoulder juncture, that dimension on the .28 Nosler case is 2.166 inches. The dimension at that point on the 28 Nosler case is 0.002 inch larger, and that reduces its body taper by just a tad. Maximum case lengths are 2.850 and 2.590 inches respectively. Shoulder angles are 30 degrees for the Remington cartridge and a slightly sharper 35 degrees for the Nosler. Due to its greater length, the Remington case is about 25 percent more capacious than the Nosler.<ref>{{cite web|last1=Simpson|first1=Layne|title=The New 28 Nosler|url=http://www.shootingtimes.com/ammo/28-nosler-review/|website=Ammo Review|publisher=Shooting Times|accessdate=14 June 2016}}</ref>
The .28 Nosler is essentially a shortened version of the [[7mm Remington Ultra Magnum]] (7mm RUM). They share a maximum body diameter of {{cvt|0.550|in|mm|order=flip}}. Rebating the rim to {{cvt|0.534|in|mm|order=flip}} simplifies the production of rifle bolts since the rims of Holland & Holland-style belted magnums, such as the [[7mm Remington Magnum]] and [[.300 Winchester Magnum]], are the same diameter. Whereas the 7mm RUM case measures {{cvt|2.387|in|mm|order=flip}} long from head to body-shoulder juncture, that dimension on the .28 Nosler case is {{cvt|2.166|in|mm|order=flip}}. The dimension at that point on the .28 Nosler case is {{cvt|0.002|in|mm|order=flip}} larger, and that reduces its body taper by just a tad. Maximum case lengths are {{cvt|2.850|in|mm|order=flip}} and {{cvt|2.590|in|mm|order=flip}} respectively. Shoulder angles are 30 degrees for the Remington cartridge and a slightly sharper 35 degrees for the Nosler. Due to its greater length, the Remington case is about 25 percent more capacious than the Nosler.<ref>{{cite web|last1=Simpson|first1=Layne|title=The New 28 Nosler|url=http://www.shootingtimes.com/ammo/28-nosler-review/|website=Ammo Review|date=March 25, 2015|publisher=Shooting Times|accessdate=June 14, 2016}}</ref>


===Barrel Life===
===Barrel Life===
Since the 28 Nosler burns smaller powder charges than the 7mm RUM, barrel accuracy life is potentially a bit longer. How much longer depends on a number of things, including barrel quality and whether a barrel is regularly cleaned and serviced or abused by its owner.
Since the .28 Nosler burns smaller powder charges than the 7mm RUM, barrel accuracy life is potentially a bit longer. How much longer depends on a number of things, including barrel quality and whether a barrel is regularly cleaned and serviced or abused by its owner.


===Reloading===
===Reloading===
The 28 Nosler cartridge case can be formed by "necking-up" or expanding the neck of a [[26 Nosler]] case to 7mm (.284") diameter.
The .28 Nosler cartridge case can be formed by "necking up" or expanding the neck of a .26 Nosler case to 7&nbsp;mm (.284") diameter.

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==.30 Nosler==
==.30 Nosler==
{{Infobox firearm cartridge
{{Infobox firearm cartridge
| name = 30 Nosler
| name = .30 Nosler
| image = 26-28-30 Nosler cartridges.jpg | image_size = 280px
| image =| image_size = 280px
| caption = 26 Nosler, 28 Nosler, and 30 Nosler
| caption = .26 Nosler, .28 Nosler, and .30 Nosler
| origin = [[United States]]
| origin = [[United States]]
| type = Rifle
| type = Rifle

| designer = [[Nosler]]
| designer = [[Nosler]]
| design_date = 2016
| design_date = 2016

| is_ranged = yes
| parent = [[.300 Remington Ultra Magnum]]
| parent = [[.300 Remington Ultra Magnum]]
| case_type = Rebated rim, bottlenecked
| case_type = Rebated rim, bottlenecked
| bullet = .308in
| bullet = .308in
| bullet_ref =
| bullet_ref =
| neck = .344in
| neck = {{cvt|.344|in|mm|order=flip}}
| neck_ref =
| neck_ref =
| shoulder = .528in
| shoulder = {{cvt|.528|in|mm|order=flip}}
| shoulder_ref =
| shoulder_ref =
| base = .550in
| base = {{cvt|.550|in|mm|order=flip}}
| base_ref =
| base_ref =
| rim_dia = .534in (13.6mm)
| rim_dia = {{cvt|.534|in|mm|order=flip}}
| rim_dia_ref =
| rim_dia_ref =
| rim_thick =
| rim_thick =
| rim_thick_ref =
| rim_thick_ref =
| case_length = 2.556in (64.9mm)
| case_length = {{cvt|2.556|in|mm|order=flip}}
| case_length_ref =
| case_length_ref =
| length = 3.340in (84.4mm)
| length = {{cvt|3.340|in|mm|order=flip}}
| length_ref =
| length_ref =
| case_capacity = 89.8 grains of H2O
| case_capacity = 89.8 grains of H2O (5.82&nbsp;ml)
| case_capacity_ref =
| case_capacity_ref =
| rifling = 1 in 10 inches
| rifling = 1 in 10 inches (254&nbsp;mm)
| max_pressure = 65,000 psi (450 MPa)
| max_pressure = 450 MPa (65,000 psi)
| max_pressure_ref =
| max_pressure_ref =
| pressure_method = SAAMI
| pressure_method = SAAMI
| primer = Large rifle magnum
| primer = Large rifle magnum

| bwround = 1
| bwround = 1
| bw1 = 180
| bw1 = 180
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The '''30 Nosler''' is a 30-caliber (.308"), rebated-rim centerfire rifle cartridge designed by [[Nosler]]. Introduced in 2016, the 30 Nosler is a [[SAAMI]] approved and standardized cartridge. It is the third cartridge designed by [[Nosler]]
The '''.30 Nosler''' is a 30-caliber (.308&nbsp;in; 7.62&nbsp;mm), rebated-rim centerfire rifle cartridge designed by [[Nosler]]. Introduced in 2016, the .30 Nosler is a [[SAAMI]] approved and standardized cartridge. It is the third cartridge designed by [[Nosler]]


===Background===
===Background===
The name 30 Nosler refers to the first two digits in the caliber (0.308") of the bullets that the cartridge fires and the name of the company which created it.
The name .30 Nosler refers to the first two digits in the caliber (0.308&nbsp;in; 7.62&nbsp;mm) of the bullets that the cartridge fires and the name of the company which created it.


This is Nosler's third cartridge following its predecessors the 26 Nosler which was released in 2014 and the 28 Nosler which was released in 2015. The 30 Nosler shares the same overall cartridge length (3.340") as the 26 Nosler and the 28 Nosler which allows it to be chambered in standard-length action firearms.
This is Nosler's third cartridge following its predecessors the .26 Nosler which was released in 2014 and the .28 Nosler which was released in 2015. The .30 Nosler shares the same overall cartridge length {{cvt|3.340|in|mm|order=flip}} as the .26 Nosler and the .28 Nosler which allows it to be chambered in standard-length action firearms.


All four of Nosler's Cartridges, the 26 Nosler, 28 Nosler, 30 Nosler, and 33 Nosler, are based on the same [[.300 Remington Ultra Magnum]]<ref>https://randyscustomrifles.com/812-2/</ref> parent case. While the 26 Nosler and the 28 Nosler share the same cartridge case dimensions, the 30 Nosler has a slightly shorter length to the shoulder dimension than the 26 Nosler and the 28 Nosler,<ref name="Nosler Announces the 30 Nosler Cartridge"/> and the 33 Nosler has a shorter shoulder dimension yet than that of the 30 Nosler.<ref name="33nosler.com"/>
Four of Nosler's Cartridges, the .26 Nosler, .28 Nosler, .30 Nosler, and .33 Nosler, are based on the same [[.300 Remington Ultra Magnum]]<ref name="randyscustomrifles.com"/> parent case. While the .26 Nosler and the .28 Nosler share the same cartridge case dimensions, the .30 Nosler has a slightly shorter length to the shoulder dimension than the .26 Nosler and the .28 Nosler,<ref name="Nosler Announces the 30 Nosler Cartridge"/> and the .33 Nosler has a shorter shoulder dimension yet than that of the .30 Nosler.<ref name="33nosler.com"/>


The 30 Nosler was released in January 2016. Later in October 2016, Nosler continued to add to the cartridge family by releasing the 33 Nosler, and in January 2017 they introduced the [[22 Nosler]].<ref>{{cite web|title=Nosler Introduces Their Most Powerful Cartridge Yet – The 33 Nosler|url=http://www.ammoland.com/2016/10/nosler-introduces-their-most-powerful-cartridge-yet-the-33-nosler|website=AmmoLand Shooting Sports News|publisher=AmmoLand|accessdate=October 28, 2016}}</ref>
The .30 Nosler was released in January 2016. Later in October 2016, Nosler continued to add to the cartridge family by releasing the .33 Nosler, and in January 2017 they introduced the .22 Nosler.<ref>{{cite web|title=Nosler Introduces Their Most Powerful Cartridge Yet – The 33 Nosler|url=http://www.ammoland.com/2016/10/nosler-introduces-their-most-powerful-cartridge-yet-the-33-nosler|website=AmmoLand Shooting Sports News|date=October 27, 2016|publisher=AmmoLand|accessdate=October 28, 2016}}</ref>


===Performance===
===Performance===
According to a recent Nosler publication the 30 Nosler surpasses the velocity of the [[.300 Weatherby Magnum]], headspaces off of the shoulder like a [[.300 Remington Ultra Magnum]] and fits the same standard length action of a [[300 Winchester Magnum]].<ref>{{Citation
According to a recent Nosler publication, the .30 Nosler surpasses the velocity of the [[.300 Weatherby Magnum]], headspaces off of the shoulder like a [[.300 Remington Ultra Magnum]] and fits the same standard length action of a [[300 Winchester Magnum]].<ref>{{Citation
| title = Nosler 2016 Catalog
| title = Nosler 2016 Catalog
| pages = 3–6
| pages = 3–6
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| url = http://media.nosler.com/catalog/index.html
| url = http://media.nosler.com/catalog/index.html
| access-date = January 7, 2016 }}</ref>
| access-date = January 7, 2016 }}</ref>

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==.33 Nosler==
==.33 Nosler==
{{Infobox firearm cartridge
{{Infobox firearm cartridge
| name = 33 Nosler
| name = .33 Nosler
| image =
| image =
| caption =
| caption =
| type = Rifle
| type = Rifle
| design_date = 2016
| design_date = 2016
| is_ranged = yes
| parent = [[.300 Remington Ultra Magnum]]
| parent = [[.300 Remington Ultra Magnum]]
| case_type = Rebated rim, bottlenecked
| case_type = Rebated rim, bottlenecked
| bullet = .338in
| bullet = {{cvt|.338|in|mm|order=flip}}
| bullet_ref =
| bullet_ref =
| neck = .368in
| neck = {{cvt|.368|in|mm|order=flip}}
| neck_ref =
| neck_ref =
| shoulder = .529in
| shoulder = {{cvt|.529|in|mm|order=flip}}
| shoulder_ref =
| shoulder_ref =
| base = .550in
| base = {{cvt|.550|in|mm|order=flip}}
| base_ref =
| base_ref =
| rim_dia = .534in (13.6mm)
| rim_dia = {{cvt|.534|in|mm|order=flip}}
| rim_dia_ref =
| rim_dia_ref =
| rim_thick =
| rim_thick =
| rim_thick_ref =
| rim_thick_ref =
| case_length = 2.460in (64.9mm)
| case_length = {{cvt|2.460|in|mm|order=flip}}
| case_length_ref =
| case_length_ref =
| length = 3.340in (84.4mm)
| length = {{cvt|3.340|in|mm|order=flip}}
| length_ref =
| length_ref =
| case_capacity =
| case_capacity =
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The '''33 Nosler''' is a 33-caliber (.338"), rebated-rim centerfire rifle cartridge designed by [[Nosler]]. Introduced in 2016 (production release 2017), the 33 Nosler is a [[SAAMI]] approved and standardized cartridge. It is the fourth cartridge designed by [[Nosler]].
The '''.33 Nosler''' is a .33-caliber (.338&nbsp;in; 8.6&nbsp;mm), rebated-rim centerfire rifle cartridge designed by [[Nosler]]. Introduced in 2016 (production release 2017), the .33 Nosler is a [[SAAMI]] approved and standardized cartridge. It is the fourth cartridge designed by [[Nosler]].


===Background===
===Background===
The name 33 Nosler refers to the first two digits in the caliber (0.338") of the bullets that the cartridge fires and the name of the company which created it.
The name .33 Nosler refers to the first two digits in the caliber (0.338&nbsp;in; 8.6&nbsp;mm) of the bullets that the cartridge fires and the name of the company which created it.


The 33 Nosler is Nosler's fourth cartridge following its predecessors the 26 Nosler which was released in 2014, the 28 Nosler which was released in 2015, and the 30 Nosler which was released in 2016. The 33 Nosler shares the same overall cartridge length (3.340") as the 26 Nosler, the 28 Nosler, and the 30 Nosler, which allows it to be chambered in standard-length action firearms.
The .33 Nosler is Nosler's fourth cartridge following its predecessors the .26 Nosler which was released in 2014, the .28 Nosler which was released in 2015, and the .30 Nosler which was released in 2016. The .33 Nosler shares the same overall cartridge length {{cvt|3.340|in|mm|order=flip}} as the .26 Nosler, the .28 Nosler, and the .30 Nosler, which allows it to be chambered in standard-length action firearms.


All four of Nosler's Cartridges, 26 Nosler, 28 Nosler, 30 Nosler and 33 Nosler, are based on the same [[.300 Remington Ultra Magnum]]<ref>https://randyscustomrifles.com/812-2/</ref> parent case. While the 26 Nosler and 28 Nosler share the same cartridge case dimensions, the 30 Nosler has a slightly shorter length to the shoulder dimension than the 26 Nosler and 28 Nosler,<ref name="Nosler Announces the 30 Nosler Cartridge"/> and the 33 Nosler has a shorter shoulder dimension yet than that of the 30 Nosler.<ref name="33nosler.com"/>
Four of Nosler's Cartridges, .26 Nosler, .28 Nosler, .30 Nosler and .33 Nosler, are based on the same [[.300 Remington Ultra Magnum]]<ref name="randyscustomrifles.com"/> parent case. While the .26 Nosler and .28 Nosler share the same cartridge case dimensions, the .30 Nosler has a slightly shorter length to the shoulder dimension than the .26 Nosler and .28 Nosler,<ref name="Nosler Announces the 30 Nosler Cartridge"/> and the .33 Nosler has a shorter shoulder dimension yet than that of the .30 Nosler.<ref name="33nosler.com"/>


===Performance===
===Performance===
According to a recent Nosler publication the 33 Nosler surpasses the velocity of the [[.338 Lapua Magnum]] by 25fps while burning 18% less powder.<ref name="33nosler.com"/> The 33 Nosler is built on the same action length as the [[.338 Winchester Magnum]] but launches projectiles at a higher velocity.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.33nosler.com/ballistics/|title=Ballistics|date=19 October 2016|work=33nosler.com|accessdate=22 February 2017}}</ref>
According to a recent Nosler publication the .33 Nosler surpasses the velocity of the [[.338 Lapua Magnum]] by 25fps while burning 18% less powder.<ref name="33nosler.com"/> The .33 Nosler is built on the same action length as the [[.338 Winchester Magnum]] but launches projectiles at a higher velocity.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.33nosler.com/ballistics/|title=Ballistics|date=October 19, 2016|work=33nosler.com|accessdate=February 22, 2017}}</ref>


===Availability===
===Availability===
The 33 Nosler was released in 2017 with [[Nosler]] supplying ammunition and components.<ref name="33nosler.com"/>
The .33 Nosler was released in 2017 with [[Nosler]] supplying ammunition and components.<ref name="33nosler.com"/>
Nosler is also offering rifles chambered in the 33 Nosler in its Liberty and Heritage lines, with the first rifle being the M48 Western.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.nosler.com/m48-liberty-rifle/|title=M48 Liberty™ Rifle|work=nosler.com|accessdate=22 February 2017}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.nosler.com/m48-heritage-rifle/|title=M48 Heritage™ Rifle|work=nosler.com|accessdate=22 February 2017}}</ref>
Nosler is also offering rifles chambered in the .33 Nosler in its Liberty and Heritage lines, with the first rifle being the M48 Western.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.nosler.com/m48-liberty-rifle/|title=M48 Liberty™ Rifle|work=nosler.com|accessdate=February 22, 2017}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.nosler.com/m48-heritage-rifle/|title=M48 Heritage™ Rifle|work=nosler.com|accessdate=February 22, 2017}}</ref>


==See also==
==See also==
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Nosler produces six different rebated rim hunting cartridges. The first to be introduced was .26 Nosler, followed by .28 Nosler, .30 Nosler, .33 Nosler, .22 Nosler, and .27 Nosler.

.22 Nosler

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22 Nosler
22 Nosler (left), .223 Remington (right)
TypeRifle
Place of originUnited States
Production history
DesignerNosler
Designed2017
Specifications
Case typeRebated rim, bottlenecked
Bullet diameter5.70 mm (.2245 in)
Neck diameter6.5 mm (.255 in)
Shoulder diameter10.2 mm (.400 in)
Base diameter10.69 mm (.4207 in)
Rim diameter9.6 mm (.378 in)
Rim thickness1.1 mm (.045 in)
Case length44.7 mm (1.760 in)
Overall length57.4 mm (2.260 in)
Rifling twist1 in 8 inches (203 mm)
Maximum pressure (SAAMI)380 MPa (55,000 psi)
Ballistic performance
Bullet mass/type Velocity Energy
55 gr (3.6 g) 3,500 ft/s (1,100 m/s) 1,496 ft⋅lbf (2,028 J)
Source(s): [1]

The .22 Nosler is a .22-caliber (.224 in; 5.6 mm), rebated-rim centerfire rifle cartridge designed by Nosler. The .22 Nosler is a SAAMI approved and standardized cartridge.

Background

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In January 2017 Nosler introduced the .22 Nosler. It is the fifth cartridge designed by Nosler. It is claimed that the .22 Nosler delivers 25% more case capacity and is nearly 90 m/s (300 ft/s) faster than a .223 Remington/ 5.56 NATO. The .22 Nosler is designed to use the existing bolt face of an AR-15, and conversions to this caliber can be accomplished with a simple barrel swap. The shoulder is set back slightly compared to the 5.56 cartridge to prevent accidentally chambering a 5.56 cartridge in a .22 Nosler rifle. The case diameter and taper resemble those of the 6.8mm Remington SPC, so Nosler recommends using a magazine designed for that cartridge. While similar to the 6.8 SPC in some regards, there is no parent case and the .22 Nosler cannot be formed from 6.8 SPC brass. The .224 Valkyrie is a similar cartridge, but the two are not interchangeable.

Barrel Life

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Barrel life ranges from 2,000 to 4,000 rounds depending on use.[2]

.26 Nosler

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26 Nosler
TypeRifle
Place of originUnited States
Production history
DesignerNosler
Designed2013
Specifications
Parent case.300 Remington Ultra Magnum
Case typeRebated rim, bottlenecked
Bullet diameter6.72 mm (.2645 in)
Neck diameter7.54 mm (.2970 in)
Shoulder diameter13.40 mm (.5275 in)
Base diameter13.97 mm (.5500 in)
Rim diameter13.6 mm (.534 in)
Rim thickness1.3 mm (.050 in)
Case length65.8 mm (2.590 in)
Overall length84.8 mm (3.340 in)
Case capacity93.5 gr H2O (6.06 cm3)[3]
Rifling twist1 in 9 inches (2296 mm)
Primer typeLarge rifle magnum
Maximum pressure (SAAMI)65,000 psi (450 MPa)[4]
Ballistic performance
Bullet mass/type Velocity Energy
120 gr (7.8 g) 3,388 ft/s (1,033 m/s) 3,060 ft⋅lbf (4,150 J)
140 gr (9.1 g) 3,300 ft/s (1,000 m/s) 3,160 ft⋅lbf (4,280 J)
Test barrel length: 24"
Source(s): [1]

The .26 Nosler (6.5×66mmRB) is a rebated-rim centerfire rifle cartridge designed by Nosler and first announced in November 2013. It is the first cartridge designed by Nosler.[4][3][5]

Background

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The name .26 Nosler refers to the first two digits in the caliber (0.264 in; 6.7 mm) of the bullets that the cartridge fires and the name of the company which created it.

The .26 Nosler is designed as a modern 6.5mm cartridge, using recent advances in firearm technology to attain exceptionally high muzzle velocities, up to 1,040 m/s (3,400 ft/s), and maintain an extremely flat trajectory. The overall cartridge length of 84.8 mm (3.340 in) is the same as that of the .30-06 Springfield, allowing the use of widely available standard-length actions.

Four of Nosler's Cartridges, the .26 Nosler, .28 Nosler, .30 Nosler, and .33 Nosler, are based on the same .300 Remington Ultra Magnum[6] parent case. While the .26 Nosler and the .28 Nosler share the same cartridge case dimensions, the .30 Nosler has a slightly shorter length to the shoulder dimension than the .26 Nosler and the .28 Nosler,[7] and the .33 Nosler has a shorter shoulder length dimension than that of the .30 Nosler.[8]

Performance

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When released, the .26 Nosler was claimed to be the most powerful commercial 6.5 mm cartridge in the world.[9] The .26 Nosler, when loaded with 8.4 g (129 gr) AccuBond Long Range very-low-drag bullets, retains as much velocity at 370 m (400 yd) as the .260 Remington produces at the muzzle.[5][9]

Barrel Life

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The high velocity of the .26 Nosler cartridge has raised concerns about excessive barrel wear, potentially wearing down barrels at a rate faster than that of the similar .264 Winchester Magnum, which itself has a reputation for being a "barrel burner".[10]

Specifications

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The .26 Nosler cartridge specifications have been submitted to SAAMI and a data sheet is currently available.[4]

.27 Nosler

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.27 Nosler
TypeRifle
Place of originUnited States
Production history
DesignerNosler
Designed2020
Specifications
Parent case.404 Jeffery
Case typeRebated rim, bottlenecked
Bullet diameter7.06 mm (.2780 in)
Neck diameter7.98 mm (.3140 in)
Shoulder diameter13.42 mm (.5282 in)
Base diameter13.97 mm (.5500 in)
Rim diameter13.6 mm (.534 in)
Rim thickness1.3 mm (.050 in)
Case length65.8 mm (2.590 in)
Overall length84.8 mm (3.340 in)
Case capacity2,500 mm (98.4 in)
Rifling twist1 in 8.5 inches
Primer typeLarge rifle magnum
Ballistic performance
Bullet mass/type Velocity Energy
150 gr (9.7 g) 3,300 ft/s (1,000 m/s) 3,638 ft⋅lbf (4,932 J)
Test barrel length: 26"
Source(s): https://www.nosler.com/27-nosler

Nosler adds a new cartridge in 2020, the .27 Nosler. Nosler plans to use a 1:8.5" (216 mm) twist barrel for their M48 rifles chambered in .27 Nosler. Nosler will be offering their complete line of M48 rifles in the .27 Nosler chambering. Initial factory loads will include the 9.7 g (150 gr) AccuBond and the 10.7 g (165 gr) AccuBond Long Range (ABLR) bullets. For handloaders, Nosler will also offer fully prepared Nosler brass, bullets and reloading data for the .27 Nosler. RCBS reloading dies are also currently available for the cartridge. When firing a 9.7 g (150 gr) AccuBond Long Range bullet from a rifle with a 660 mm (26 in) barrel, the .27 Nosler has an approximately 120 m/s (400 ft/s) advantage over the .270 Winchester, about a 90 m/s (300 ft/s) advantage over the .270 WSM, and about a 30–46 m/s (100–150 ft/s) velocity advantage over the .270 Weatherby. The primary use for the .27 Nosler is hunting.

.28 Nosler

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.28 Nosler
TypeRifle
Production history
Designed2015
Specifications
Parent case.300 Remington Ultra Magnum
Case typeRebated rim, bottlenecked
Bullet diameter7.21 mm (.2840 in)
Neck diameter8.1 mm (.320 in)
Shoulder diameter13.4 mm (.528 in)
Base diameter14.0 mm (.550 in)
Rim diameter13.6 mm (.534 in)
Rim thickness1.3 mm (.050 in)
Case length65.8 mm (2.590 in)
Overall length84.8 mm (3.340 in)
Case capacity93.8 gr H2O (6.08 ml)
Rifling twist1 in 9 inches
Primer typeLarge rifle magnum
Maximum pressure (SAAMI)450 MPa (65,000 psi)
Ballistic performance
Bullet mass/type Velocity Energy
160 gr (10.4 g) 3,191 ft/s (973 m/s) 3,596 ft⋅lbf (4,876 J)
180 gr (11.7 g) 3,081 ft/s (939 m/s) 3,795 ft⋅lbf (5,145 J)
150 gr (9.7 g) 3,262 ft/s (994 m/s) 3,545 ft⋅lbf (4,806 J)
Test barrel length: 24"
Source(s): [2]

The .28 Nosler is a 7 mm (.284") caliber, rebated-rim centerfire rifle cartridge designed by Nosler. Introduced in 2015 [13] and approved by SAAMI on January 19, 2015. It is the second cartridge designed by Nosler

Background

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The name .28 Nosler refers to the first two digits in the caliber (0.284 in; 7.2 mm) of the bullets that the cartridge fires and the name of the company which created it.

The .28 Nosler is based on the .26 Nosler which was released in 2014. The .28 Nosler shares the same overall cartridge length of 84.8 mm (3.340 in) as the .26 Nosler which allows it to be chambered in standard-length action.[14] This feature helps weight-conscious sportsmen to lighten their load before venturing into the backcountry. The cases’ overall length also aids in quick follow-up shots, since the bolt throw is shorter than on a magnum action.[15]

Four of Nosler's Cartridges the .26 Nosler, .28 Nosler, .30 Nosler, and the .33 Nosler are based on the same .300 Remington Ultra Magnum[6] parent case. While the .26 Nosler and the .28 Nosler share the same cartridge case dimensions, the .30 Nosler has a slightly shorter length to the shoulder dimension than the .26 Nosler and the .28 Nosler,[7] and the .33 Nosler has a shorter shoulder dimension yet than that of the .30 Nosler.[16]

Design Considerations

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The .28 Nosler is essentially a shortened version of the 7mm Remington Ultra Magnum (7mm RUM). They share a maximum body diameter of 14.0 mm (0.550 in). Rebating the rim to 13.6 mm (0.534 in) simplifies the production of rifle bolts since the rims of Holland & Holland-style belted magnums, such as the 7mm Remington Magnum and .300 Winchester Magnum, are the same diameter. Whereas the 7mm RUM case measures 60.6 mm (2.387 in) long from head to body-shoulder juncture, that dimension on the .28 Nosler case is 55.0 mm (2.166 in). The dimension at that point on the .28 Nosler case is 0.051 mm (0.002 in) larger, and that reduces its body taper by just a tad. Maximum case lengths are 72.4 mm (2.850 in) and 65.8 mm (2.590 in) respectively. Shoulder angles are 30 degrees for the Remington cartridge and a slightly sharper 35 degrees for the Nosler. Due to its greater length, the Remington case is about 25 percent more capacious than the Nosler.[17]

Barrel Life

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Since the .28 Nosler burns smaller powder charges than the 7mm RUM, barrel accuracy life is potentially a bit longer. How much longer depends on a number of things, including barrel quality and whether a barrel is regularly cleaned and serviced or abused by its owner.

Reloading

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The .28 Nosler cartridge case can be formed by "necking up" or expanding the neck of a .26 Nosler case to 7 mm (.284") diameter.

.30 Nosler

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.30 Nosler
TypeRifle
Place of originUnited States
Production history
DesignerNosler
Designed2016
Specifications
Parent case.300 Remington Ultra Magnum
Case typeRebated rim, bottlenecked
Bullet diameter.308in
Neck diameter8.7 mm (.344 in)
Shoulder diameter13.4 mm (.528 in)
Base diameter14.0 mm (.550 in)
Rim diameter13.6 mm (.534 in)
Case length64.9 mm (2.556 in)
Overall length84.8 mm (3.340 in)
Case capacity89.8 grains of H2O (5.82 ml)
Rifling twist1 in 10 inches (254 mm)
Primer typeLarge rifle magnum
Maximum pressure (SAAMI)450 MPa (65,000 psi)
Ballistic performance
Bullet mass/type Velocity Energy
180 gr (11.7 g) 3,110 ft/s (950 m/s) 3,866 ft⋅lbf (5,242 J)
210 gr (13.6 g) 2,902 ft/s (885 m/s) 3,928 ft⋅lbf (5,326 J)
230 gr (14.9 g) 2,811 ft/s (857 m/s) 4,036 ft⋅lbf (5,472 J)
Test barrel length: 24"
Source(s): [3]

The .30 Nosler is a 30-caliber (.308 in; 7.62 mm), rebated-rim centerfire rifle cartridge designed by Nosler. Introduced in 2016, the .30 Nosler is a SAAMI approved and standardized cartridge. It is the third cartridge designed by Nosler

Background

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The name .30 Nosler refers to the first two digits in the caliber (0.308 in; 7.62 mm) of the bullets that the cartridge fires and the name of the company which created it.

This is Nosler's third cartridge following its predecessors the .26 Nosler which was released in 2014 and the .28 Nosler which was released in 2015. The .30 Nosler shares the same overall cartridge length 84.8 mm (3.340 in) as the .26 Nosler and the .28 Nosler which allows it to be chambered in standard-length action firearms.

Four of Nosler's Cartridges, the .26 Nosler, .28 Nosler, .30 Nosler, and .33 Nosler, are based on the same .300 Remington Ultra Magnum[6] parent case. While the .26 Nosler and the .28 Nosler share the same cartridge case dimensions, the .30 Nosler has a slightly shorter length to the shoulder dimension than the .26 Nosler and the .28 Nosler,[7] and the .33 Nosler has a shorter shoulder dimension yet than that of the .30 Nosler.[16]

The .30 Nosler was released in January 2016. Later in October 2016, Nosler continued to add to the cartridge family by releasing the .33 Nosler, and in January 2017 they introduced the .22 Nosler.[18]

Performance

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According to a recent Nosler publication, the .30 Nosler surpasses the velocity of the .300 Weatherby Magnum, headspaces off of the shoulder like a .300 Remington Ultra Magnum and fits the same standard length action of a 300 Winchester Magnum.[19]

.33 Nosler

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.33 Nosler
TypeRifle
Production history
Designed2016
Specifications
Parent case.300 Remington Ultra Magnum
Case typeRebated rim, bottlenecked
Bullet diameter8.6 mm (.338 in)
Neck diameter9.3 mm (.368 in)
Shoulder diameter13.4 mm (.529 in)
Base diameter14.0 mm (.550 in)
Rim diameter13.6 mm (.534 in)
Case length62.5 mm (2.460 in)
Overall length84.8 mm (3.340 in)
Ballistic performance
Bullet mass/type Velocity Energy
225 gr (14.6 g) Nosler AccuBond 3,025 ft/s (922 m/s) 4,589 ft⋅lbf (6,222 J)
265 gr (17.2 g) Nosler AccuBond LongRange 2,775 ft/s (846 m/s) 4,545 ft⋅lbf (6,162 J)

The .33 Nosler is a .33-caliber (.338 in; 8.6 mm), rebated-rim centerfire rifle cartridge designed by Nosler. Introduced in 2016 (production release 2017), the .33 Nosler is a SAAMI approved and standardized cartridge. It is the fourth cartridge designed by Nosler.

Background

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The name .33 Nosler refers to the first two digits in the caliber (0.338 in; 8.6 mm) of the bullets that the cartridge fires and the name of the company which created it.

The .33 Nosler is Nosler's fourth cartridge following its predecessors the .26 Nosler which was released in 2014, the .28 Nosler which was released in 2015, and the .30 Nosler which was released in 2016. The .33 Nosler shares the same overall cartridge length 84.8 mm (3.340 in) as the .26 Nosler, the .28 Nosler, and the .30 Nosler, which allows it to be chambered in standard-length action firearms.

Four of Nosler's Cartridges, .26 Nosler, .28 Nosler, .30 Nosler and .33 Nosler, are based on the same .300 Remington Ultra Magnum[6] parent case. While the .26 Nosler and .28 Nosler share the same cartridge case dimensions, the .30 Nosler has a slightly shorter length to the shoulder dimension than the .26 Nosler and .28 Nosler,[7] and the .33 Nosler has a shorter shoulder dimension yet than that of the .30 Nosler.[16]

Performance

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According to a recent Nosler publication the .33 Nosler surpasses the velocity of the .338 Lapua Magnum by 25fps while burning 18% less powder.[16] The .33 Nosler is built on the same action length as the .338 Winchester Magnum but launches projectiles at a higher velocity.[20]

Availability

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The .33 Nosler was released in 2017 with Nosler supplying ammunition and components.[16] Nosler is also offering rifles chambered in the .33 Nosler in its Liberty and Heritage lines, with the first rifle being the M48 Western.[21][22]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ a b c d e f g h i j "SAAMI New Cartridge & Chamber Introduction 22 Nosler" (PDF). Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers' Institute. Retrieved September 23, 2020.
  2. ^ "22 Nosler Rifle Cartridge". Nosler. Retrieved January 19, 2021.
  3. ^ a b "26 Nosler". Nosler. Retrieved September 3, 2014.
  4. ^ a b c d e f g h i j k "SAAMI New Cartridge and Chamber Acceptance Announcement: 26 Nosler" (PDF). Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers' Institute. Retrieved September 3, 2014.
  5. ^ a b "26 Nosler ballistic data comparison charts" (PDF). Nosler. Retrieved September 3, 2014.
  6. ^ a b c d "ON TARGET: 30 Nosler is not based on .404 Jeffery". October 10, 2016.
  7. ^ a b c d "Nosler Announces the 30 Nosler Cartridge: The Outdoor Wire". The Outdoor Wire. Retrieved January 11, 2016.
  8. ^ "Introduction". October 19, 2016.
  9. ^ a b "Nosler® unveils world's most powerful 6.5mm commercial cartridge: The 26 Nosler". Nosler. Retrieved September 3, 2014.
  10. ^ Hawks, Chuck. "The .26 Nosler - First Look". Retrieved September 3, 2014.
  11. ^ a b c d e f g h "CARTRIDGE AND CHAMBER DRAWING 27 NOSLER" (PDF). Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers' Institute. Retrieved January 18, 2021.
  12. ^ "27 Nosler". Nosler. Retrieved January 18, 2021.
  13. ^ "Nosler Unveils World's Most Powerful 7Mm Commercial Cartridge". Nosler. Archived from the original on March 16, 2015. Retrieved January 28, 2015.
  14. ^ "28 Nosler". American Hunter. Retrieved January 29, 2015.
  15. ^ "Pushing the Limits with the 28 Nosler". Gun Digest. Retrieved February 26, 2015.
  16. ^ a b c d e "Introduction". 33nosler.com. October 19, 2016. Retrieved February 22, 2017.
  17. ^ Simpson, Layne (March 25, 2015). "The New 28 Nosler". Ammo Review. Shooting Times. Retrieved June 14, 2016.
  18. ^ "Nosler Introduces Their Most Powerful Cartridge Yet – The 33 Nosler". AmmoLand Shooting Sports News. AmmoLand. October 27, 2016. Retrieved October 28, 2016.
  19. ^ Nosler 2016 Catalog, 2016, pp. 3–6, retrieved January 7, 2016
  20. ^ "Ballistics". 33nosler.com. October 19, 2016. Retrieved February 22, 2017.
  21. ^ "M48 Liberty™ Rifle". nosler.com. Retrieved February 22, 2017.
  22. ^ "M48 Heritage™ Rifle". nosler.com. Retrieved February 22, 2017.
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