Load data for .223 Ackley Improved + 55gr 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 | 55gr | VarmintKing
Cartridge:.223 Ackley Improved load data
Case Length (L3):1.760" | 44.7 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.205" | 5.2 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 + 55gr 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22.5 gr | 2.265" | 24.0" | 2818 fps | ••• | |
| 23.3 gr | 2.265" | 24.0" | 2906 fps | ••• | |
| 24.1 gr | 2.265" | 24.0" | 2994 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.265" | 24.0" | 3088 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.265" | 24.0" | 3169 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.265" | 24.0" | 2984 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.265" | 24.0" | 3102 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.265" | 24.0" | 3221 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.265" | 24.0" | 2927 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.265" | 24.0" | 3013 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.265" | 24.0" | 3106 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.265" | 24.0" | 3186 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.265" | 24.0" | 2798 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.265" | 24.0" | 2884 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.265" | 24.0" | 2979 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.265" | 24.0" | 3067 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.265" | 24.0" | 3173 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.265" | 24.0" | 2767 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.265" | 24.0" | 2880 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.265" | 24.0" | 2982 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.265" | 24.0" | 3073 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.265" | 24.0" | 3164 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.265" | 24.0" | 2985 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.265" | 24.0" | 3077 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.265" | 24.0" | 3153 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.265" | 24.0" | 3232 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.265" | 24.0" | 2715 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.265" | 24.0" | 2834 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.265" | 24.0" | 2930 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.265" | 24.0" | 3017 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.265" | 24.0" | 3102 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.265" | 24.0" | 2913 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.265" | 24.0" | 3000 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.265" | 24.0" | 3085 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.265" | 24.0" | 3168 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.265" | 24.0" | 3241 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.265" | 24.0" | 2782 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.265" | 24.0" | 2870 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.265" | 24.0" | 2956 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.265" | 24.0" | 3055 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.265" | 24.0" | 2806 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.265" | 24.0" | 2911 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.265" | 24.0" | 2995 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.265" | 24.0" | 3088 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.265" | 24.0" | 3162 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.265" | 24.0" | 2833 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.265" | 24.0" | 2920 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.265" | 24.0" | 2996 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.265" | 24.0" | 3071 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.265" | 24.0" | 3145 fps | ••• | |
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