Load data for .22-250 Ackley Improved + 40gr Sierra VarmintKing
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
Bullet:.224 | 40gr | VarmintKing
Cartridge:.22-250 Ackley Improved load data
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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Community Loads for .22-250 Ackley Improved + 40gr Sierra 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 37.9 gr | 2.300" | 24.0" | 3535 fps | ••• | |
| 39.0 gr | 2.300" | 24.0" | 3645 fps | ••• | |
| 40.0 gr | 2.300" | 24.0" | 3748 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.300" | 24.0" | 3808 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.300" | 24.0" | 3850 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.300" | 24.0" | 3948 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.300" | 24.0" | 4028 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.300" | 24.0" | 4050 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.300" | 24.0" | 3455 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.300" | 24.0" | 3574 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.300" | 24.0" | 3630 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.300" | 24.0" | 3704 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.300" | 24.0" | 3751 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.300" | 24.0" | 3824 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.300" | 24.0" | 3645 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.300" | 24.0" | 3739 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.300" | 24.0" | 3777 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.300" | 24.0" | 3846 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.300" | 24.0" | 3856 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.300" | 24.0" | 3942 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.300" | 24.0" | 3952 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.300" | 24.0" | 4018 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.300" | 24.0" | 4055 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.300" | 24.0" | 3347 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.300" | 24.0" | 3458 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.300" | 24.0" | 3575 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.300" | 24.0" | 3699 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.300" | 24.0" | 3745 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.300" | 24.0" | 3819 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.300" | 24.0" | 3937 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.300" | 24.0" | 3535 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.300" | 24.0" | 3571 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.300" | 24.0" | 3628 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.300" | 24.0" | 3637 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.300" | 24.0" | 3699 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.300" | 24.0" | 3764 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.300" | 24.0" | 3797 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.300" | 24.0" | 3877 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.300" | 24.0" | 3905 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.300" | 24.0" | 3282 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.300" | 24.0" | 3380 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.300" | 24.0" | 3481 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.300" | 24.0" | 3589 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.300" | 24.0" | 3689 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.300" | 24.0" | 3352 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.300" | 24.0" | 3478 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.300" | 24.0" | 3598 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.300" | 24.0" | 3716 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.300" | 24.0" | 3744 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.300" | 24.0" | 3799 fps | ••• | |
Charge weights beyond the first rows and all pressure values are only visible with an active Pro licence.