Load data for .223 Rem. + 52gr Nosler Custom Competition
The most recommended powders for this combination are Hodgdon Benchmark and Vihtavuori N133.
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:0.225" | 5.7 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
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Community Loads for .223 Rem. + 52gr Nosler Custom Competition
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21.2 gr | 2.237" | 24.0" | 2824 fps | ••• | |
| 23.6 gr | 2.237" | 24.0" | 3099 fps | ••• | |
| 21.4 gr | 2.237" | 24.0" | 2955 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.237" | 24.0" | 3253 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.237" | 24.0" | 2846 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.237" | 24.0" | 3154 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.237" | 24.0" | 2828 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.237" | 24.0" | 3120 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3165 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3276 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.237" | 24.0" | 2956 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.237" | 24.0" | 3276 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3088 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3197 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3173 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3295 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2963 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3078 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3191 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2904 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3018 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3135 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2966 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3078 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3188 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 16.5" | 2766 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2905 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3022 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3139 fps | ••• | |
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