Load data for .243 Ackley Improved + 86gr Peregrine VLR-5
448 suitable loads across 81 powder(s) for cartridge .243 Ackley Improved with 86gr Peregrine VLR-5 bullet.
The most recommended powders for this combination are Alliant Reloder-16, ReloadSwiss RS 70 and Somchem S365.
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
ImperialMetric
Bullet:.243 | 86gr | VLR-5
Cartridge:.243 Ackley Improved load data
Case Length (L3):2.045" | 51.9 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.522" | 13.2 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:1:8.5
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