Load data for .222 Rem. + 55gr Lapua FMJ
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 | FMJ
Cartridge:.222 Rem. load data
Case Length (L3):1.700" | 43.2 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.292" | 7.4 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:1:12.0
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Community Loads for .222 Rem. + 55gr Lapua FMJ
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17.7 gr | 2.126" | 23.0" | 2738 fps | ••• | |
| 19.6 gr | 2.126" | 23.0" | 2948 fps | ••• | |
| 19.4 gr | 2.126" | 23.0" | 2715 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.126" | 23.0" | 2902 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.126" | 23.0" | 2783 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.126" | 23.0" | 2976 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.126" | 23.0" | 2732 fps | ••• | |
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