Load data for .223 Ackley Improved + 50gr Sierra Tipped 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
Cartridge:.223 Ackley Improved load data
Case Length (L3):1.760" | 44.7 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.267" | 6.8 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:1:10.0
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Community Loads for .223 Ackley Improved + 50gr Sierra Tipped 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23.5 gr | 2.275" | 24.0" | 3002 fps | ••• | |
| 24.4 gr | 2.275" | 24.0" | 3100 fps | ••• | |
| 25.3 gr | 2.275" | 24.0" | 3195 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.275" | 24.0" | 3279 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.275" | 24.0" | 3017 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.275" | 24.0" | 3167 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.275" | 24.0" | 3284 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.275" | 24.0" | 3387 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.275" | 24.0" | 3113 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.275" | 24.0" | 3225 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.275" | 24.0" | 3310 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.275" | 24.0" | 3407 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.275" | 24.0" | 3053 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.275" | 24.0" | 3229 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.275" | 24.0" | 3345 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.275" | 24.0" | 3062 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.275" | 24.0" | 3167 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.275" | 24.0" | 3251 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.275" | 24.0" | 3334 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.275" | 24.0" | 3088 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.275" | 24.0" | 3202 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.275" | 24.0" | 3312 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.275" | 24.0" | 3424 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.275" | 24.0" | 3043 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.275" | 24.0" | 3155 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.275" | 24.0" | 3241 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.275" | 24.0" | 3327 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.275" | 24.0" | 3046 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.275" | 24.0" | 3168 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.275" | 24.0" | 3265 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.275" | 24.0" | 3340 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.275" | 24.0" | 2971 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.275" | 24.0" | 3072 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.275" | 24.0" | 3162 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.275" | 24.0" | 3242 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.275" | 24.0" | 3319 fps | ••• | |
Charge weights beyond the first rows and all pressure values are only visible with an active Pro licence.