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

247 suitable loads across 40 powder(s) for cartridge .223 Rem. with 50gr Hornady ECX bullet.

The most recommended powders for this combination are Norma 200, ADI AR 2207 and SNPE Vectan SP 3.

.223 Rem. cartridge with combo bulletSeated DepthL3 = 1.759 in / 44.68 mmL6 = 2.260 in / 57.40 mmSeated Depth = .254 in / 6.45 mm

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 | ECX
Cartridge:.223 Rem. load data
Case Length (L3):1.759" | 44.7 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.309" | 7.9 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:1:10.5

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