Load data for .223 Ackley Improved + 80gr Sierra HPBT LR 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
Cartridge:.223 Ackley Improved load data
Case Length (L3):1.760" | 44.7 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.390" | 9.9 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:1:8.0
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Community Loads for .223 Ackley Improved + 80gr Sierra HPBT LR 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23.4 gr | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2594 fps | ••• | |
| 24.5 gr | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2695 fps | ••• | |
| 25.4 gr | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2778 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2439 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2569 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2661 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2734 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2553 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2659 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2654 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2748 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2854 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2529 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2635 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2732 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2516 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2617 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2750 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2657 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2768 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2866 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2509 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2607 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2713 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2521 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2617 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2721 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2815 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2482 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2581 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2679 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2489 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2574 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2659 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2761 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2578 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2670 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2411 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2494 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2574 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2654 fps | ••• | |
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