Load data for .223 WSSM + 40gr Nosler Ballistic Tip Varmint
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 1.670 in / 42.42 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.360 in / 59.94 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 63,817 PSI / 4,400 bar.
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 1.670 in / 42.42 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.360 in / 59.94 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 63,817 PSI / 4,400 bar.
Load Specifications
ImperialMetric
Cartridge:.223 WSSM load data
Case Length (L3):1.663" | 42.2 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.168" | 4.3 mm
Case Capacity:53.7 gow | 3.48 cm³
Primer Size:Large Rifle (LR)
Max. Pressure (C.I.P.):63,817 psi | 4,400 bar
Barrel Length:24.0" | 610 mm
Min. Twist Rate:1:11.0
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Community Loads for .223 WSSM + 40gr 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 46.2 gr | 2.200" | 24.0" | 4086 fps | ••• | |
| 42.3 gr | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3875 fps | ••• | |
| 45.0 gr | 2.200" | 24.0" | 4098 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3991 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3841 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 4092 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 4026 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3811 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 4011 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3843 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 4119 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3770 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 4101 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3860 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 4077 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3841 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 4092 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3845 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 4151 fps | ••• | |
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