Load data for .222 Rem. + 40gr Hornady V-MAX
The most recommended powders for this combination are ReloadSwiss RS 36, Lovex S053 and ADI AR 2207.
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 1.700 in / 43.18 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.130 in / 54.10 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 53,664 PSI / 3,700 bar.
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 1.700 in / 43.18 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.130 in / 54.10 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 53,664 PSI / 3,700 bar.
Load Specifications
ImperialMetric
Bullet:.224 | 40gr | V-MAX
Cartridge:.222 Rem. load data
Case Length (L3):1.700" | 43.2 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.253" | 6.4 mm
Case Capacity:27.9 gow | 1.81 cm³
Primer Size:Small Rifle (SR)
Max. Pressure (C.I.P.):53,664 psi | 3,700 bar
Barrel Length:24.0" | 610 mm
Min. Twist Rate:1:11.5
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Community Loads for .222 Rem. + 40gr Hornady V-MAX
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19.2 gr | 2.132" | 24.0" | 3296 fps | ••• | |
| 19.0 gr | 2.132" | 24.0" | 3111 fps | ••• | |
| 22.0 gr | 2.132" | 24.0" | 3505 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.132" | 24.0" | 2847 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.132" | 24.0" | 3100 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.130" | 24.0" | 3150 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.130" | 23.6" | 3084 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.130" | 23.6" | 3314 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.126" | 23.6" | 3379 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.130" | 23.6" | 3264 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.134" | 23.6" | 3261 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.138" | 23.6" | 3258 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.146" | 23.6" | 3369 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.132" | 24.0" | 2999 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.132" | 24.0" | 3002 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.132" | 24.0" | 3205 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.132" | 24.0" | 3459 fps | ••• | |
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