Load data for .17 Ackley Bee + 15.5gr Hornady NTX

The most recommended powders for this combination are Vihtavuori N110, SNPE Vectan BA6 1/2 and ReloadSwiss RS 14.

.17 Ackley Bee cartridge with combo bulletSeated DepthL3 = 1.400 in / 35.56 mmL6 = 1.670 in / 42.42 mmSeated Depth = .261 in / 6.63 mm

Based on Wildcat, the max. allowed case length is 1.345 in / 34.16 mm, the max. cartridge length is 1.680 in / 42.67 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 43,511 PSI / 3,000 bar.

15.5gr Hornady NTX bullet image

Load Specifications

ImperialMetric
Case Length (L3):1.400" | 35.6 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.283" | 7.2 mm
Case Capacity:16.89 gow | 1.09 cm³
Primer Size:Small Rifle (SR)
Max. Pressure (Wildcat):43,511 psi | 3,000 bar
Barrel Length:22.0" | 559 mm
Min. Twist Rate:1:7.5

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