Load data for .280 Ackley Improved + 130gr Speer Hot-Cor

627 suitable loads across 106 powder(s) for cartridge .280 Ackley Improved with 130gr Speer Hot-Cor bullet.

The most recommended powders for this combination are ReloadSwiss RS 60, Hodgdon H414 and Alliant Reloder-16.

.280 Ackley Improved cartridge with combo bulletSeated DepthL3 = 2.540 in / 64.52 mmL6 = 3.330 in / 84.58 mmSeated Depth = .260 in / 6.60 mm

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.

130gr Speer Hot-Cor bullet image

Load Specifications

ImperialMetric
Case Length (L3):2.540" | 64.5 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.310" | 7.9 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:1:13.5

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