Load data for .243 Ackley Improved + 115gr Berger VLD Hunting

408 suitable loads across 67 powder(s) for cartridge .243 Ackley Improved with 115gr Berger VLD Hunting bullet.

The most recommended powders for this combination are Alliant Reloder-26, Accurate High Country and Ramshot Grand.

Based on Wildcat, the max. allowed case length is 2.045 in / 51.94 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.710 in / 68.83 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 55,259 PSI / 3,810 bar.

Based on Wildcat, the max. allowed case length is 2.045 in / 51.94 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.710 in / 68.83 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 55,259 PSI / 3,810 bar.

Load Specifications

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Bullet:.243 | 115gr | VLD Hunting

Cartridge:.243 Ackley Improved load data

Case Length (L3):2.045" | 51.9 mm

Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••

Seated Depth:0.721" | 18.3 mm

Case Capacity:57 gow | 3.69 cm³

Primer Size:Large Rifle (LR)

Max. Pressure (Wildcat):55,259 psi | 3,810 bar

Barrel Length:24.0" | 610 mm

Min. Twist Rate:1:7.5

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Community Loads for .243 Ackley Improved + 115gr Berger VLD Hunting

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	2.669"	24.0"	2900 fps	•••

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