Load data for .280 Ackley Improved + 150gr Hornady ELD-X
590 suitable loads across 102 powder(s) for cartridge .280 Ackley Improved with 150gr Hornady ELD-X bullet.
The most recommended powders for this combination are ReloadSwiss RS 70, Hodgdon Superformance and Alliant Reloder-17.
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 | 150gr | ELD-X
Cartridge:.280 Ackley Improved load data
Case Length (L3):2.540" | 64.5 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.634" | 16.1 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:1:10.0
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