Load data for .223 Rem. + 55gr Hornady V-MAX
The most recommended powders for this combination are Vihtavuori N133, Shooters World Buffalo Rifle and Alliant AR-Comp.
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 | 55gr | V-MAX
Cartridge:.223 Rem. load data
Case Length (L3):1.759" | 44.7 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.289" | 7.3 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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Community Loads for .223 Rem. + 55gr Hornady V-MAX
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20.3 gr | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2729 fps | ••• | |
| 22.5 gr | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2973 fps | ••• | |
| 21.2 gr | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2747 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3030 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2741 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3020 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2747 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3049 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2767 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3075 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2756 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2992 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2916 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 3143 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 20.0" | 3153 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.303" | 20.0" | 2936 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 20.0" | 3035 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.252" | 18.0" | 2999 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 20.0" | 3048 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 20.1" | 2874 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 20.1" | 3002 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.226" | 16.0" | 2733 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 25.0" | 2819 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.252" | 20.1" | 2956 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 25.0" | 3098 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.232" | 16.5" | 2585 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 25.0" | 2832 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.232" | 16.5" | 2697 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 11.0" | 2520 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3087 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 20.0" | 2726 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 25.0" | 2976 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 20.0" | 2848 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.193" | 23.6" | 2949 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.224" | 23.6" | 2936 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.197" | 23.6" | 3005 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.205" | 23.6" | 2999 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.224" | 23.6" | 2992 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 23.6" | 2976 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3133 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 25.0" | 3075 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 25.0" | 3206 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 25.0" | 2868 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 25.0" | 3148 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 16.0" | 2848 fps | ••• | |
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