Load data for .223 Rem. + 53gr Sierra MatchKing
The most recommended powders for this combination are Vihtavuori N140.
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 | MatchKing
Cartridge:.223 Rem. load data
Case Length (L3):1.759" | 44.7 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.223" | 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
Min. Twist Rate:1:12.5
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Community Loads for .223 Rem. + 53gr Sierra MatchKing
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22.4 gr | 2.250" | 20.0" | 2790 fps | ••• | |
| 23.1 gr | 2.250" | 20.0" | 2868 fps | ••• | |
| 23.8 gr | 2.250" | 20.0" | 2944 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 2853 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 2947 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 2831 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 2917 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 2855 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 2931 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 2941 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 2835 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 2927 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 2928 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 2895 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 2978 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 2875 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 2858 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 2937 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 2901 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 2981 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 3073 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 2858 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 2756 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 2851 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 2946 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 2911 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 2794 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 2860 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 2929 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 2885 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 2788 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 2869 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 2946 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 2753 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 2835 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 2917 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 2731 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 2819 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 2742 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 2806 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 2871 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 2800 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 2858 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 2853 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.228" | 18.1" | 2694 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.228" | 18.1" | 2861 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.228" | 18.1" | 2897 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.228" | 18.1" | 2920 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 2800 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 2902 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 2828 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 2802 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 2892 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 2987 fps | ••• | |
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