Load data for 5.56 x 45 NATO + 80gr Hornady ELD-X

The most recommended powders for this combination are Winchester 748, Alliant AR-Comp and Winchester StaBALL Match.

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

ImperialMetric

Bullet:.224 | 80gr | ELD-X

Cartridge:5.56 x 45 NATO load data

Case Length (L3):1.759" | 44.7 mm

Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••

Seated Depth:0.529" | 13.4 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:1:8.5

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Community Loads for 5.56 x 45 NATO + 80gr Hornady ELD-X

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)

23.2 gr	2.380"	22.0"	2795 fps	•••
23.2 gr	2.455"	20.0"	2717 fps	•••

21.0 gr	2.260"	20.0"	2467 fps	•••
•••	2.455"	20.0"	2644 fps	•••

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