Load data for .225 Win. + 40gr Sierra Tipped VarmintKing
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 1.930 in / 49.02 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.500 in / 63.50 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 56,565 PSI / 3,900 bar.
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 1.930 in / 49.02 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.500 in / 63.50 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 56,565 PSI / 3,900 bar.
Load Specifications
ImperialMetric
Cartridge:.225 Win. load data
Case Length (L3):1.929" | 49.0 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.205" | 5.2 mm
Case Capacity:40 gow | 2.59 cm³
Primer Size:Large Rifle (LR)
Max. Pressure (C.I.P.):56,565 psi | 3,900 bar
Barrel Length:24.0" | 610 mm
Min. Twist Rate:Stabilizes in any common twist
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Community Loads for .225 Win. + 40gr Sierra Tipped VarmintKing
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28.5 gr | 2.370" | 22.0" | 3292 fps | ••• | |
| 29.3 gr | 2.370" | 22.0" | 3375 fps | ••• | |
| 30.0 gr | 2.370" | 22.0" | 3446 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.370" | 22.0" | 3227 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.370" | 22.0" | 3350 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.370" | 22.0" | 3461 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.370" | 22.0" | 3583 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.370" | 22.0" | 3367 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.370" | 22.0" | 3514 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.370" | 22.0" | 3092 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.370" | 22.0" | 3167 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.370" | 22.0" | 3152 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.370" | 22.0" | 3213 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.370" | 22.0" | 3270 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.370" | 22.0" | 3320 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.370" | 22.0" | 3331 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.370" | 22.0" | 3389 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.370" | 22.0" | 3448 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.370" | 22.0" | 3322 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.370" | 22.0" | 2925 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.370" | 22.0" | 2995 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.370" | 22.0" | 3055 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.370" | 22.0" | 3064 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.370" | 22.0" | 3135 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.370" | 22.0" | 3208 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.370" | 22.0" | 3226 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.370" | 22.0" | 3278 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.370" | 22.0" | 3309 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.370" | 22.0" | 3390 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.370" | 22.0" | 2976 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.370" | 22.0" | 3037 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.370" | 22.0" | 3084 fps | ••• | |
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