Load data for .222 Rem. + 40gr Sierra SP HORNET

138 suitable loads across 24 powder(s) for cartridge .222 Rem. with 40gr Sierra SP HORNET bullet.

The most recommended powders for this combination are ReloadSwiss RS 36, Vihtavuori N120 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 | SP HORNET

Cartridge:.222 Rem. load data

Case Length (L3):1.700" | 43.2 mm

Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••

Seated Depth:0.197" | 5.0 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:Stabilizes in any common twist

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Community Loads for .222 Rem. + 40gr Sierra SP HORNET

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Powder	Charge (gr)	C.O.L.	Barrel Length	Velocity (fps)	Pressure (psi)

	22.0 gr	1.969"	20.1"	3346 fps	•••

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