Load data for .223 Ackley Improved + 40gr Sierra VarmintKing
Based on Wildcat, the max. allowed case length is 1.760 in / 44.70 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.260 in / 57.40 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 55,114 PSI / 3,800 bar.
Based on Wildcat, the max. allowed case length is 1.760 in / 44.70 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.260 in / 57.40 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 55,114 PSI / 3,800 bar.
Load Specifications
ImperialMetric
Bullet:.224 | 40gr | VarmintKing
Cartridge:.223 Ackley Improved load data
Case Length (L3):1.760" | 44.7 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.115" | 2.9 mm
Case Capacity:32.4 gow | 2.10 cm³
Primer Size:Small Rifle (SR)
Max. Pressure (Wildcat):55,114 psi | 3,800 bar
Barrel Length:24.0" | 610 mm
Min. Twist Rate:Stabilizes in any common twist
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Community Loads for .223 Ackley Improved + 40gr Sierra VarmintKing
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 | 2.210" | 24.0" | 3136 fps | ••• | |
| 25.3 gr | 2.210" | 24.0" | 3229 fps | ••• | |
| 26.0 gr | 2.210" | 24.0" | 3305 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.210" | 24.0" | 3375 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.210" | 24.0" | 3442 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.210" | 24.0" | 3125 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.210" | 24.0" | 3210 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.210" | 24.0" | 3291 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.210" | 24.0" | 3385 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.210" | 24.0" | 3465 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.210" | 24.0" | 3553 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.210" | 24.0" | 3265 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.210" | 24.0" | 3354 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.210" | 24.0" | 3453 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.210" | 24.0" | 3539 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.210" | 24.0" | 3110 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.210" | 24.0" | 3197 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.210" | 24.0" | 3286 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.210" | 24.0" | 3362 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.210" | 24.0" | 3448 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.210" | 24.0" | 3135 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.210" | 24.0" | 3220 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.210" | 24.0" | 3315 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.210" | 24.0" | 3397 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.210" | 24.0" | 3480 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.210" | 24.0" | 3572 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.210" | 24.0" | 3654 fps | ••• | |
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