Load data for .223 Rem. + 50gr Barnes Varmint Grenade FB
The most recommended powders for this combination are Vihtavuori N120.
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:0.420" | 10.7 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:1:9.0
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Community Loads for .223 Rem. + 50gr Barnes Varmint Grenade 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23.0 gr | 2.180" | 24.0" | 3067 fps | ••• | |
| 25.0 gr | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3149 fps | ••• | |
| 22.9 gr | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3060 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3364 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3313 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 2970 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3211 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3073 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 2914 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3154 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 2935 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3184 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.180" | 24.0" | 2792 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 2860 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.180" | 24.0" | 3106 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.180" | 24.0" | 2879 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.180" | 24.0" | 3180 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.232" | 22.0" | 3068 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.201" | 25.0" | 2757 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.201" | 25.0" | 3042 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.201" | 25.0" | 2831 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.201" | 25.0" | 3102 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.201" | 25.0" | 2870 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.201" | 25.0" | 3192 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.201" | 25.0" | 2952 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.201" | 25.0" | 2850 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.201" | 25.0" | 3160 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3008 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3256 fps | ••• | |
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