Load data for .223 Rem. + 53gr Nosler Varmageddon
The most recommended powders for this combination are ADI AR 2207 and Hodgdon Benchmark.
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 | Varmageddon
Cartridge:.223 Rem. load data
Case Length (L3):1.759" | 44.7 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.329" | 8.4 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:1:9.5
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Community Loads for .223 Rem. + 53gr Nosler Varmageddon
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26.0 gr | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3216 fps | ••• | |
| 21.3 gr | 2.260" | 23.0" | 3156 fps | ••• | |
| 24.5 gr | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3134 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3237 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3012 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3128 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3243 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2954 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3071 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3191 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3000 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3113 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3223 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2990 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3101 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3207 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2959 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3076 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3198 fps | ••• | |
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