Load data for .280 Ackley Improved + 140gr Nosler AccuBond
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 | 140gr | AccuBond
Cartridge:.280 Ackley Improved load data
Case Length (L3):2.540" | 64.5 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.480" | 12.2 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:1:11.0
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Community Loads for .280 Ackley Improved + 140gr Nosler AccuBond
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 54.0 gr | 3.330" | 26.0" | 2895 fps | ••• | |
| 56.0 gr | 3.330" | 26.0" | 2987 fps | ••• | |
| 58.0 gr | 3.330" | 26.0" | 3078 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.330" | 26.0" | 2957 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.330" | 26.0" | 3051 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.330" | 26.0" | 3144 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.330" | 26.0" | 2908 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.330" | 26.0" | 3003 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.330" | 26.0" | 3100 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.280" | 22.0" | 2927 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.320" | 22.0" | 2867 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.330" | 26.0" | 2822 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.330" | 26.0" | 2920 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.325" | 22.0" | 2972 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.330" | 22.0" | 2940 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.330" | 26.0" | 3017 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.330" | 22.0" | 2982 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.330" | 26.0" | 2816 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.330" | 26.0" | 2907 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.330" | 26.0" | 2996 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.330" | 26.0" | 2921 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.330" | 26.0" | 3010 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.330" | 26.0" | 3094 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.330" | 26.0" | 2895 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.330" | 26.0" | 2992 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.330" | 26.0" | 3092 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.330" | 26.0" | 2926 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.330" | 26.0" | 3012 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.325" | 22.0" | 2953 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.325" | 22.0" | 2995 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.330" | 26.0" | 3100 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.330" | 22.0" | 2959 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.330" | 26.0" | 2852 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.330" | 26.0" | 2952 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.330" | 26.0" | 3053 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.330" | 26.0" | 2914 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.330" | 26.0" | 3016 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.330" | 26.0" | 3120 fps | ••• | |
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