Load data for .223 Rem. + 55gr Nosler Ballistic Tip Varmint
The most recommended powders for this combination are Hodgdon H335.
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
Cartridge:.223 Rem. load data
Case Length (L3):1.759" | 44.7 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.309" | 7.8 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 Nosler Ballistic Tip Varmint
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20.9 gr | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2796 fps | ••• | |
| 23.2 gr | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3058 fps | ••• | |
| 21.1 gr | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2927 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2865 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3161 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2865 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3155 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2894 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3214 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2939 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3049 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3158 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3091 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3214 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2872 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2986 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3101 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2814 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2930 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3046 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2821 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2939 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3057 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2757 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2866 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2849 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2954 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3053 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 25.0" | 2869 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 20.1" | 3002 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 25.0" | 3156 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 25.0" | 2751 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 25.0" | 3184 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 25.0" | 2798 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2833 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2949 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3063 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 25.0" | 3138 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 25.0" | 2986 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2877 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2994 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 3112 fps | ••• | |
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