Load data for .221 Rem. Fireball + 45gr Barnes TSX BT
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 1.400 in / 35.56 mm, the max. cartridge length is 1.830 in / 46.48 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 46,412 PSI / 3,200 bar.
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 1.400 in / 35.56 mm, the max. cartridge length is 1.830 in / 46.48 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 46,412 PSI / 3,200 bar.
Load Specifications
ImperialMetric
Bullet:.224 | 45gr | TSX BT
Cartridge:.221 Rem. Fireball load data
Case Length (L3):1.397" | 35.5 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.265" | 6.7 mm
Case Capacity:22 gow | 1.43 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:1:11.5
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Community Loads for .221 Rem. Fireball + 45gr Barnes TSX BT
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19.0 gr | 1.830" | 24.0" | 2904 fps | ••• | |
| 19.8 gr | 1.830" | 24.0" | 2886 fps | ••• | |
| 20.0 gr | 1.830" | 14.0" | 2579 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.830" | 14.0" | 2474 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.830" | 14.0" | 2445 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.830" | 14.0" | 2710 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.830" | 14.0" | 2369 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.830" | 14.0" | 2668 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.830" | 24.0" | 2666 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.830" | 24.0" | 2948 fps | ••• | |
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