Load data for .218 Bee + 40gr Sierra Tipped VarmintKing
Based on C.I.P., 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 46,412 PSI / 3,200 bar.
Based on C.I.P., 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 46,412 PSI / 3,200 bar.
Load Specifications
ImperialMetric
Cartridge:.218 Bee load data
Case Length (L3):1.345" | 34.2 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.291" | 7.4 mm
Case Capacity:18 gow | 1.17 cm³
Primer Size:Small Rifle (SR)
Max. Pressure (C.I.P.):46,412 psi | 3,200 bar
Barrel Length:24.0" | 610 mm
Min. Twist Rate:Stabilizes in any common twist
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Community Loads for .218 Bee + 40gr Sierra Tipped VarmintKing
Real loads for this combination shared by our community. Charge weights are only fully visible with an active Pro licence.
| Powder | Charge (gr) | C.O.L. | Barrel Length | Velocity (fps) | Pressure (psi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15.3 gr | 1.820" | 24.0" | 2941 fps | ••• | |
| 13.3 gr | 1.820" | 24.0" | 3006 fps | ••• | |
| 12.5 gr | 1.820" | 24.0" | 2877 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.820" | 24.0" | 3144 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.680" | 26.0" | 2405 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.680" | 26.0" | 2504 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.680" | 26.0" | 2523 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.680" | 26.0" | 2604 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.680" | 26.0" | 2643 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.680" | 26.0" | 2703 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.680" | 26.0" | 2742 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.680" | 26.0" | 2802 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.680" | 26.0" | 2862 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.680" | 26.0" | 2900 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.680" | 26.0" | 2979 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.820" | 24.0" | 2725 fps | ••• | |
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