Load data for .223 Rem. + 40gr Sierra Tipped VarmintKing
The most recommended powders for this combination are Vihtavuori N130.
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:0.172" | 4.4 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 Sierra Tipped 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22.2 gr | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3001 fps | ••• | |
| 22.7 gr | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3062 fps | ••• | |
| 22.8 gr | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3075 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3149 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 3109 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 3196 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 3281 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3008 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3152 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3282 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 3128 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 3257 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3137 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3087 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3228 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3356 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3049 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3135 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3190 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 3090 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3285 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 3169 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 3251 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3037 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3153 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 3126 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 3240 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2929 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3016 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3116 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 3119 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 3193 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 3265 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3121 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3184 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3246 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 3199 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 3274 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3033 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3107 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3180 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.270" | 24.0" | 3494 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 3072 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 3130 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 3192 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 3090 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 3161 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 3230 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 3302 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 3142 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 3216 fps | ••• | |
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