Load data for .223 Ackley Improved + 80gr Sierra Hollow Point Boat Tail - Closed Nose
501 suitable loads across 79 powder(s) for cartridge .223 Ackley Improved with 80gr Sierra Hollow Point Boat Tail - Closed Nose bullet.
The most recommended powders for this combination are Hodgdon LEVERevolution, IMR 4895 and Hodgdon BL-C2.
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:0.584" | 14.8 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:1:8.5
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