Load data for .223 Rem. + 70gr Barnes TAC-X
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 | 70gr | TAC-X
Cartridge:.223 Rem. load data
Case Length (L3):1.759" | 44.7 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.539" | 13.7 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:1:8.0
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Community Loads for .223 Rem. + 70gr Barnes TAC-X
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19.0 gr | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2520 fps | ••• | |
| 21.0 gr | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2730 fps | ••• | |
| 18.8 gr | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2491 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2708 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2679 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2665 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2894 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2628 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2855 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2691 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2970 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2656 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2896 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2750 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2704 fps | ••• | |
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