Load data for .222 Rem. + 52gr Nosler Custom Competition
The most recommended powders for this combination are Hodgdon H322 and Vihtavuori N120.
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
Cartridge:.222 Rem. load data
Case Length (L3):1.700" | 43.2 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.288" | 7.3 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
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Community Loads for .222 Rem. + 52gr Nosler Custom Competition
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24.5 gr | 2.130" | 20.0" | 3004 fps | ••• | |
| 19.0 gr | 2.130" | 20.0" | 2698 fps | ••• | |
| 20.0 gr | 2.130" | 20.0" | 2821 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.130" | 20.0" | 2944 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.130" | 20.0" | 2874 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.130" | 20.0" | 3006 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.130" | 20.0" | 3136 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.130" | 20.0" | 2712 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.130" | 20.0" | 2835 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.130" | 20.0" | 2958 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.138" | 22.0" | 2736 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.130" | 22.0" | 2749 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.130" | 20.0" | 2910 fps | ••• | |
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