Load data for .22 Hornet + 45gr Sierra VarmintKing
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 1.403 in / 35.64 mm, the max. cartridge length is 1.723 in / 43.76 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 43,511 PSI / 3,000 bar.
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 1.403 in / 35.64 mm, the max. cartridge length is 1.723 in / 43.76 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 43,511 PSI / 3,000 bar.
Load Specifications
ImperialMetric
Bullet:.224 | 45gr | VarmintKing
Cartridge:.22 Hornet load data
Case Length (L3):1.403" | 35.6 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.236" | 6.0 mm
Case Capacity:14.5 gow | 0.94 cm³
Primer Size:Small Rifle (SR)
Max. Pressure (C.I.P.):43,511 psi | 3,000 bar
Barrel Length:24.0" | 610 mm
Min. Twist Rate:Stabilizes in any common twist
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Community Loads for .22 Hornet + 45gr 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11.4 gr | 1.730" | 22.0" | 2262 fps | ••• | |
| 12.0 gr | 1.730" | 22.0" | 2383 fps | ••• | |
| 12.2 gr | 1.720" | 24.0" | 2468 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.720" | 24.0" | 2434 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.730" | 22.0" | 2456 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.730" | 22.0" | 2540 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.730" | 22.0" | 2622 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.720" | 24.0" | 2220 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.730" | 22.0" | 2335 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.730" | 22.0" | 2463 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.730" | 22.0" | 2484 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.730" | 22.0" | 2567 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.720" | 24.0" | 2225 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.730" | 22.0" | 2391 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.730" | 22.0" | 2478 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.730" | 22.0" | 2565 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.730" | 22.0" | 2651 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.730" | 22.0" | 2420 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.730" | 22.0" | 2486 fps | ••• | |
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