Load data for .223 Rem. + 53gr Hornady Match

308 suitable loads across 51 powder(s) for cartridge .223 Rem. with 53gr Hornady Match bullet.

The most recommended powders for this combination are ADI AR 2219, IMR 8208 XBR and Hodgdon H322.

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 | 53gr | Match

Cartridge:.223 Rem. load data

Case Length (L3):1.759" | 44.7 mm

Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••

Seated Depth:0.242" | 6.1 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:1:12.0

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Community Loads for .223 Rem. + 53gr Hornady Match

Real loads for this combination shared by our community. Charge weights are only fully visible with an active Pro licence.

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

24.9 gr	2.260"	23.9"	3074 fps	•••
25.2 gr	2.260"	23.9"	3107 fps	•••
25.8 gr	2.260"	23.9"	3153 fps	•••
•••	2.260"	23.9"	3199 fps	•••
•••	2.260"	23.9"	3274 fps	•••

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