.280 Ackley Improved
Reloading data for .280 Ackley Improved cartridges and specifications for cases and loads in this caliber.
Product number: CID_285
Load data for caliber ".280 Ackley Improved"
The .280 Ackley Improved is a modern cartridge based on the original .280 Remington. It was designed by the renowned gunsmith, P.O. Ackley, in the early 1940s and has since become a popular choice for long-range hunters seeking improved accuracy and higher velocities than what is offered by standard factory rounds.The .280 AI offers increased case capacity due to its slightly longer case length and sharper shoulder angle. This allows it to get more of its propellant behind the bullet, resulting in higher velocities compared to the original .280 Remington. This increased velocity can result in flatter trajectory and better terminal performance on target at extended ranges.
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Technical Specifications (based on the respective safety standard - see more details in tab 'Datasheet' if available)
Caliber: | .280 Ackley Improved |
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Cartridge Type: | Rimless |
Bullet Diameter: | 0.284 '' | 7.21 mm |
Primer Size: | Large Rifle (LR) |
Max. Case Length (l3): | 2.54'' | 64.52 mm |
Max .Cartridge Length / OAL: | 3.33'' | 84.58 mm |
Maximum Standardized Pressure: | 64977.92 psi | 4480 bar |