Load data for .22-250 Ackley Improved + 40gr Nosler Ballistic Tip Varmint
The most recommended powders for this combination are IMR 3031.
Based on Wildcat, the max. allowed case length is 1.908 in / 48.46 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.350 in / 59.69 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 57,986 PSI / 3,998 bar.
Based on Wildcat, the max. allowed case length is 1.908 in / 48.46 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.350 in / 59.69 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 57,986 PSI / 3,998 bar.
Load Specifications
ImperialMetric
Cartridge:.22-250 Ackley Improved load data
Case Length (L3):1.940" | 49.3 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.237" | 6.0 mm
Case Capacity:46.9 gow | 3.04 cm³
Primer Size:Large Rifle (LR)
Max. Pressure (Wildcat):57,986 psi | 3,998 bar
Barrel Length:24.0" | 610 mm
Min. Twist Rate:1:11.0
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Community Loads for .22-250 Ackley Improved + 40gr Nosler Ballistic Tip Varmint
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 37.5 gr | 2.350" | 26.0" | 3769 fps | ••• | |
| 39.5 gr | 2.350" | 26.0" | 3957 fps | ••• | |
| 37.0 gr | 2.350" | 26.0" | 3820 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.350" | 26.0" | 4002 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.350" | 26.0" | 3966 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.350" | 26.0" | 4145 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.350" | 26.0" | 3679 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.350" | 26.0" | 3863 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.350" | 26.0" | 4044 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.350" | 26.0" | 3776 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.350" | 26.0" | 3960 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.350" | 26.0" | 4145 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.350" | 26.0" | 3759 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.350" | 26.0" | 3944 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.350" | 26.0" | 4125 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.350" | 26.0" | 3709 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.350" | 26.0" | 3676 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.350" | 26.0" | 3852 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.350" | 26.0" | 4022 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.350" | 26.0" | 3860 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.350" | 26.0" | 4044 fps | ••• | |
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