Load data for .224 Weath. Mag. + 55gr Merlin Virtus
483 suitable loads across 79 powder(s) for cartridge .224 Weath. Mag. with 55gr Merlin Virtus bullet.
The most recommended powders for this combination are Alliant Power Pro 1200-R, Hodgdon H322 and ADI AR 2219.
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 | 55gr | Merlin
Cartridge:.224 Weath. Mag. load data
Case Length (L3):1.923" | 48.8 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.458" | 11.6 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:1:10.0
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