Load data for .221 Rem. Fireball + 55gr Nosler Ballistic Tip Varmint
The most recommended powders for this combination are Accurate 2015.
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
Cartridge:.221 Rem. Fireball load data
Case Length (L3):1.397" | 35.5 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.375" | 9.5 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:1:10.5
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Community Loads for .221 Rem. Fireball + 55gr 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14.5 gr | 1.830" | 22.0" | 2366 fps | ••• | |
| 15.3 gr | 1.850" | 24.0" | 2514 fps | ••• | |
| 15.5 gr | 1.830" | 22.0" | 2510 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.830" | 22.0" | 2652 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.850" | 24.0" | 2756 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.830" | 22.0" | 2653 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.830" | 22.0" | 2637 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.830" | 22.0" | 2476 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.830" | 22.0" | 2624 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.830" | 22.0" | 2614 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.830" | 22.0" | 2764 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.830" | 22.0" | 2416 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.830" | 22.0" | 2568 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.830" | 22.0" | 2719 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.830" | 22.0" | 2462 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.830" | 22.0" | 2608 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 1.830" | 22.0" | 2752 fps | ••• | |
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