Load data for .280 Ackley Improved + 145gr Barnes LRX BT

639 suitable loads across 112 powder(s) for cartridge .280 Ackley Improved with 145gr Barnes LRX BT bullet.

The most recommended powders for this combination are Alliant Reloder-17, Hodgdon H4831 and ReloadSwiss RS 60.

.280 Ackley Improved cartridge with combo bulletSeated DepthL3 = 2.540 in / 64.52 mmL6 = 3.330 in / 84.58 mmSeated Depth = .628 in / 15.95 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.

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Load Specifications

ImperialMetric
Case Length (L3):2.540" | 64.5 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.606" | 15.4 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:1:9.5

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