Load data for .223 Rem. + 62gr Hornady Traditional/FMJ

360 suitable loads across 64 powder(s) for cartridge .223 Rem. with 62gr Hornady Traditional/FMJ bullet.

The most recommended powders for this combination are Hodgdon H322, Accurate 2230 and Shooters World AR Plus.

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.

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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 | 62gr | Traditional/FMJ

Cartridge:.223 Rem. load data

Case Length (L3):1.759" | 44.7 mm

Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••

Seated Depth:0.441" | 11.2 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:1:9.0

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Community Loads for .223 Rem. + 62gr Hornady Traditional/FMJ

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)

23.5 gr	2.260"	16.0"	2766 fps	•••

24.0 gr	2.260"	18.0"	2756 fps	•••

23.0 gr	2.260"	20.0"	2835 fps	•••

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