Load data for .223 Ackley Improved + 52gr Sierra MatchKing
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 | 52gr | MatchKing
Cartridge:.223 Ackley Improved load data
Case Length (L3):1.760" | 44.7 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.286" | 7.3 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:1:10.5
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Community Loads for .223 Ackley Improved + 52gr Sierra MatchKing
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22.5 gr | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2838 fps | ••• | |
| 23.3 gr | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2927 fps | ••• | |
| 24.1 gr | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3017 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3116 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3201 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2990 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3110 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3228 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2959 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3044 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3140 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3223 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2810 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2899 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2997 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3085 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2790 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2906 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3009 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3102 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2997 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3089 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3168 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2732 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2853 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2949 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3037 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2934 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3020 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3107 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3195 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3270 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2700 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2793 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2887 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2794 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2882 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2971 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3072 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3159 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2825 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2932 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3019 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3114 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3187 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2847 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2937 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3013 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3091 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3166 fps | ••• | |
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