Load data for .280 Ackley Improved + 120gr Hornady V-MAX
643 suitable loads across 102 powder(s) for cartridge .280 Ackley Improved with 120gr Hornady V-MAX bullet.
The most recommended powders for this combination are ReloadSwiss RS 60, Alliant Reloder-17 and Hodgdon H414.
Based on SAAMI, the max. allowed case length is 2.525 in / 64.14 mm, the max. cartridge length is 3.330 in / 84.58 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 65,000 PSI / 4,482 bar.

Based on SAAMI, the max. allowed case length is 2.525 in / 64.14 mm, the max. cartridge length is 3.330 in / 84.58 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 65,000 PSI / 4,482 bar.

Load Specifications
ImperialMetric
Bullet:.284 | 120gr | V-MAX
Cartridge:.280 Ackley Improved load data
Case Length (L3):2.540" | 64.5 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.365" | 9.3 mm
Case Capacity:74 gow | 4.80 cm³
Primer Size:Large Rifle (LR)
Max. Pressure (SAAMI):65,000 psi | 4,482 bar
Barrel Length:24.0" | 610 mm
Min. Twist Rate:1:12.0
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