Load data for .223 WSSM + 55gr Hornady V-MAX
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
Bullet:.224 | 55gr | V-MAX
Cartridge:.223 WSSM load data
Case Length (L3):1.663" | 42.2 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.253" | 6.4 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:1:10.5
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Community Loads for .223 WSSM + 55gr Hornady V-MAX
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 43.9 gr | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3535 fps | ••• | |
| 47.8 gr | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3831 fps | ••• | |
| 39.0 gr | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3551 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3629 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3567 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3605 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3539 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3738 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3505 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3717 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3635 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3344 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3571 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3576 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3439 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3721 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3440 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3630 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3489 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3650 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3514 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3692 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3543 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3752 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3601 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3502 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3696 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3413 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3693 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3505 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3726 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3491 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3679 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 24.0" | 3462 fps | ••• | |
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