Load data for .223 Rem. + 50gr Hornady CX

236 suitable loads across 39 powder(s) for cartridge .223 Rem. with 50gr Hornady CX bullet.

The most recommended powders for this combination are Norma 200, Vihtavuori N120 and ADI AR 2207.

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 | 50gr | CX

Cartridge:.223 Rem. load data

Case Length (L3):1.759" | 44.7 mm

Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••

Seated Depth:0.293" | 7.4 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:1:10.5

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Community Loads for .223 Rem. + 50gr Hornady CX

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Powder	Charge (gr)	C.O.L.	Barrel Length	Velocity (fps)	Pressure (psi)

	20.3 gr	2.226"	20.1"	2946 fps	•••

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