Load data for .223 Ackley Improved + 90gr Sierra HPBT MatchKinging
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:0.459" | 11.7 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:1:7.5
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Community Loads for .223 Ackley Improved + 90gr Sierra HPBT MatchKinging
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23.1 gr | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2523 fps | ••• | |
| 24.2 gr | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2619 fps | ••• | |
| 21.5 gr | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2377 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2484 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2579 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2413 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2515 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2614 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2526 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2607 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2707 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2403 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2488 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2589 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2681 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2408 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2497 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2604 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2701 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2598 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2694 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2482 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2435 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2546 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2653 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2555 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2601 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2649 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2563 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2663 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2424 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2294 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2381 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.460" | 24.0" | 2467 fps | ••• | |
Charge weights beyond the first rows and all pressure values are only visible with an active Pro licence.