Load data for .218 Bee + 55gr Speer Varmint Soft Point
The most recommended powders for this combination are Vihtavuori N110, Lovex S053 and ADI AR 2205.
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:0.303" | 7.7 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:1:12.5
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