Load data for .223 Rem. + 40gr Barnes Varminator HP FB
Based on SAAMI, 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 55,000 PSI / 3,792 bar.
Based on SAAMI, 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 55,000 PSI / 3,792 bar.
Load Specifications
ImperialMetric
Cartridge:.223 Rem. load data
Case Length (L3):1.759" | 44.7 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.189" | 4.8 mm
Case Capacity:30 gow | 1.94 cm³
Primer Size:Small Rifle (SR)
Max. Pressure (SAAMI):55,000 psi | 3,792 bar
Barrel Length:24.0" | 610 mm
Min. Twist Rate:Stabilizes in any common twist
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Community Loads for .223 Rem. + 40gr Barnes Varminator HP FB
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23.3 gr | 2.175" | 24.0" | 3099 fps | ••• | |
| 25.9 gr | 2.175" | 24.0" | 3405 fps | ••• | |
| 22.5 gr | 2.175" | 24.0" | 3220 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.175" | 24.0" | 3537 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.175" | 24.0" | 3264 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.175" | 24.0" | 3553 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.175" | 24.0" | 3221 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.175" | 24.0" | 3547 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.175" | 24.0" | 3216 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.175" | 24.0" | 3555 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.175" | 24.0" | 3166 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.175" | 24.0" | 3511 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.175" | 24.0" | 3144 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.175" | 24.0" | 3535 fps | ••• | |
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