Load data for .224 Weath. Mag. + 45gr Merlin Virtus
320 suitable loads across 58 powder(s) for cartridge .224 Weath. Mag. with 45gr Merlin Virtus bullet.
The most recommended powders for this combination are ADI AR 2219, Hodgdon H335 and Hodgdon H322.
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 1.923 in / 48.84 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.330 in / 59.18 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 63,817 PSI / 4,400 bar.
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 1.923 in / 48.84 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.330 in / 59.18 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 63,817 PSI / 4,400 bar.
Load Specifications
ImperialMetric
Bullet:.223 | 45gr | Merlin
Cartridge:.224 Weath. Mag. load data
Case Length (L3):1.923" | 48.8 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.328" | 8.3 mm
Case Capacity:38 gow | 2.46 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:1:11.5
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