Load data for .223 Ackley Improved + 55gr Nosler Expansion Tip
336 suitable loads across 58 powder(s) for cartridge .223 Ackley Improved with 55gr Nosler Expansion Tip bullet.
The most recommended powders for this combination are Hodgdon H322, SNPE Vectan SP 3 and Alliant Reloder-10x.
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 | 55gr | Expansion Tip
Cartridge:.223 Ackley Improved load data
Case Length (L3):1.760" | 44.7 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.424" | 10.8 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:1:9.0
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