Load data for .223 WSSM + 55gr Speer TNT
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 | TNT
Cartridge:.223 WSSM load data
Case Length (L3):1.663" | 42.2 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.170" | 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:1:12.0
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Community Loads for .223 WSSM + 55gr Speer TNT
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 46.0 gr | 2.210" | — | 3656 fps | ••• | |
| 48.0 gr | 2.210" | — | 3810 fps | ••• | |
| 37.9 gr | 2.210" | — | 3552 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.210" | — | 3728 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.210" | — | 3544 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.210" | — | 3688 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.210" | — | 3559 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.210" | — | 3711 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.210" | — | 3587 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.210" | — | 3739 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.210" | — | 3665 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.210" | — | 3583 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.210" | — | 3724 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.210" | — | 3622 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.210" | — | 3765 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.210" | — | 3571 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.210" | — | 3676 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.210" | — | 3814 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.210" | — | 3487 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.210" | — | 3646 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.210" | — | 3627 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.210" | — | 3774 fps | ••• | |
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