Load data for .223 Rem. + 55gr Norma ORYX

306 suitable loads across 50 powder(s) for cartridge .223 Rem. with 55gr Norma ORYX bullet.

The most recommended powders for this combination are Hodgdon H322, Alliant Reloder-10x and SNPE Vectan SP 3.

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 | ORYX

Cartridge:.223 Rem. load data

Case Length (L3):1.759" | 44.7 mm

Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••

Seated Depth:0.371" | 9.4 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:1:12.0

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Community Loads for .223 Rem. + 55gr Norma ORYX

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)

20.5 gr	2.106"	—	2938 fps	•••
22.0 gr	2.106"	—	3105 fps	•••
22.0 gr	2.260"	23.0"	3035 fps	•••
•••	2.260"	23.0"	3140 fps	•••

•••	2.260"	23.0"	3031 fps	•••

•••	2.260"	23.0"	2913 fps	•••

•••	2.260"	23.0"	3018 fps	•••

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