Load data for 5.56 x 45 NATO + 73gr Berger BT Target

434 suitable loads across 76 powder(s) for cartridge 5.56 x 45 NATO with 73gr Berger BT Target bullet.

The most recommended powders for this combination are Somchem S321, Accurate 2520 and Hodgdon H322.

Based on NATO EPVAT, the max. allowed case length is 1.760 in / 44.70 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.260 in / 57.40 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 62,366 PSI / 4,300 bar.

Based on NATO EPVAT, the max. allowed case length is 1.760 in / 44.70 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.260 in / 57.40 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 62,366 PSI / 4,300 bar.

Load Specifications

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Bullet:.224 | 73gr | BT Target

Cartridge:5.56 x 45 NATO load data

Case Length (L3):1.759" | 44.7 mm

Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••

Seated Depth:0.496" | 12.6 mm

Case Capacity:30 gow | 1.94 cm³

Primer Size:Small Rifle (SR)

Max. Pressure (NATO EPVAT):62,366 psi | 4,300 bar

Barrel Length:20.0" | 508 mm

Min. Twist Rate:1:9.0

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Community Loads for 5.56 x 45 NATO + 73gr Berger BT Target

Real loads for this combination shared by our community. Charge weights are only fully visible with an active Pro licence.

Charge (gr)	C.O.L.	Barrel Length	Velocity (fps)	Pressure (psi)

24.5 gr	2.260"	20.0"	2779 fps	•••
24.6 gr	2.260"	20.0"	2789 fps	•••
24.7 gr	2.260"	20.0"	2799 fps	•••
•••	2.260"	20.0"	2808 fps	•••
•••	2.260"	20.0"	2831 fps	•••

•••	2.260"	18.0"	2733 fps	•••

•••	2.260"	20.0"	2769 fps	•••

•••	2.260"	20.0"	2687 fps	•••

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