Load data for .223 Ackley Improved + 50gr 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 | 50gr | VarmintKing
Cartridge:.223 Ackley Improved load data
Case Length (L3):1.760" | 44.7 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.176" | 4.5 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:1:12.5
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Community Loads for .223 Ackley Improved + 50gr 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23.5 gr | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2970 fps | ••• | |
| 24.4 gr | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3065 fps | ••• | |
| 25.3 gr | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3159 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3242 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3127 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3241 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3345 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3074 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3185 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3271 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3365 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3021 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3193 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3308 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3391 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3027 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3131 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3212 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3294 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3052 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3163 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3273 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3382 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3008 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3115 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3200 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3285 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3010 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3126 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3223 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3298 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2931 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3033 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3121 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3198 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3274 fps | ••• | |
Charge weights beyond the first rows and all pressure values are only visible with an active Pro licence.