Load data for .223 Rem. + 45gr Sierra VarmintKing
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
Bullet:.224 | 45gr | VarmintKing
Cartridge:.223 Rem. load data
Case Length (L3):1.759" | 44.7 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.152" | 3.9 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. + 45gr Sierra 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21.8 gr | 2.240" | 24.0" | 2909 fps | ••• | |
| 22.0 gr | 2.220" | 24.0" | 2943 fps | ••• | |
| 22.9 gr | 2.220" | 24.0" | 3051 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.240" | 20.0" | 3093 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.220" | 24.0" | 2962 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.220" | 24.0" | 3040 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.240" | 20.0" | 3051 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.240" | 20.0" | 3136 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.240" | 24.0" | 3094 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.240" | 24.0" | 2980 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.240" | 24.0" | 3081 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.220" | 24.0" | 2944 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.220" | 24.0" | 3021 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.220" | 24.0" | 3105 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.220" | 24.0" | 3204 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.240" | 20.0" | 3024 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.240" | 20.0" | 3092 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.220" | 24.0" | 3005 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.240" | 20.0" | 3010 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.240" | 20.0" | 3077 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.240" | 20.0" | 3101 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.240" | 20.0" | 3186 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.220" | 24.0" | 2903 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.220" | 24.0" | 2978 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.240" | 20.0" | 3089 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.240" | 20.0" | 3160 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.220" | 24.0" | 2926 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.220" | 24.0" | 3047 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.240" | 20.0" | 3024 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.240" | 20.0" | 3104 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.240" | 24.0" | 3040 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.220" | 24.0" | 3007 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.220" | 24.0" | 3078 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.240" | 24.0" | 3128 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.240" | 24.0" | 2930 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.240" | 20.0" | 3001 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.220" | 24.0" | 2909 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.220" | 24.0" | 2985 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.240" | 20.0" | 2973 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.240" | 20.0" | 3054 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.220" | 24.0" | 3003 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.220" | 24.0" | 3062 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.240" | 20.0" | 2964 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.240" | 20.0" | 2951 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.240" | 20.0" | 3019 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.240" | 20.0" | 2911 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.240" | 20.0" | 3008 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.240" | 20.0" | 3080 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.240" | 20.0" | 3164 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.240" | 24.0" | 2986 fps | ••• | |
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