Load data for .222 Rem. + 55gr Sierra HPBT GameKing
The most recommended powders for this combination are Vihtavuori N133.
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 | HPBT GameKing
Cartridge:.222 Rem. load data
Case Length (L3):1.700" | 43.2 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.303" | 7.7 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 Sierra HPBT GameKing
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18.1 gr | 2.120" | 24.0" | 2503 fps | ••• | |
| 18.8 gr | 2.120" | 24.0" | 2587 fps | ••• | |
| 19.5 gr | 2.120" | 24.0" | 2672 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.120" | 24.0" | 2744 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.120" | 24.0" | 2818 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.120" | 24.0" | 2636 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.120" | 24.0" | 2710 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.120" | 24.0" | 2784 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.120" | 24.0" | 2870 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.120" | 24.0" | 2968 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.120" | 24.0" | 2742 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.120" | 24.0" | 2825 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.120" | 24.0" | 2896 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.120" | 24.0" | 2965 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.120" | 24.0" | 2601 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.120" | 24.0" | 2672 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.120" | 24.0" | 2754 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.120" | 24.0" | 2836 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.120" | 24.0" | 2917 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.120" | 24.0" | 2962 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.120" | 24.0" | 2607 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.120" | 24.0" | 2682 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.120" | 24.0" | 2758 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.120" | 24.0" | 2858 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.120" | 24.0" | 2958 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.120" | 24.0" | 3009 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.120" | 24.0" | 2650 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.120" | 24.0" | 2739 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.120" | 24.0" | 2812 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.120" | 24.0" | 2896 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.098" | 23.6" | 2642 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.098" | 23.6" | 3015 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.098" | 23.6" | 2294 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.098" | 23.6" | 2853 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.098" | 23.6" | 2403 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.098" | 23.6" | 3100 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.098" | 23.6" | 2936 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.120" | 24.0" | 2593 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.120" | 24.0" | 2675 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.130" | 23.6" | 2838 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.130" | 23.6" | 2900 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.130" | 24.8" | 2949 fps | ••• | |
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