Load data for .22-250 Ackley Improved + 40gr Sierra VarmintKing

.22-250 Ackley Improved cartridge with combo bulletSeated DepthL3 = 1.940 in / 49.28 mmL6 = 2.430 in / 61.72 mmSeated Depth = .075 in / 1.90 mm

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.

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Load Specifications

ImperialMetric
Case Length (L3):1.940" | 49.3 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.201" | 5.1 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:Stabilizes in any common twist

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