Load data for .222 Rem. + 55gr Hornady SP

227 suitable loads across 38 powder(s) for cartridge .222 Rem. with 55gr Hornady SP bullet.

The most recommended powders for this combination are ADI AR 2219, Vihtavuori N120 and Norma 200.

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 | 55gr | SP

Cartridge:.222 Rem. load data

Case Length (L3):1.700" | 43.2 mm

Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••

Seated Depth:0.360" | 9.1 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:1:10.5

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Community Loads for .222 Rem. + 55gr Hornady SP

Real loads for this combination shared by our community. Charge weights are only fully visible with an active Pro licence.

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

17.4 gr	2.098"	24.0"	2654 fps	•••
18.4 gr	2.098"	24.0"	2779 fps	•••

14.8 gr	2.098"	24.0"	2608 fps	•••

•••	2.118"	20.1"	2910 fps	•••

•••	2.098"	24.0"	2703 fps	•••

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