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.220 Swift
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Caliber Specifications:
Caliber: | .220 Swift |
Standard / Datasheet: | C.I.P. |
Bullet Diameter: | 0.224" | 5.69mm |
Primer Size: | Large Rifle (LR) |
Max. Case Length: | 2.205" | 56.01mm |
Max. Cartridge Length / OAL: | 2.680" | 68.07mm |
Max. Standardized Pressure: | 62366 psi | 4300 bar |
Case Capacity: | 47.0 Grains of Water | 3.05 cm3 |
CID: | CID_122 |
Last updated: | 2/20/2025 |
- The .220 Swift is a popular rimless centerfire cartridge introduced by Winchester in 1935. It has a bullet diameter of .224” (5.7mm) and an estimated muzzle velocity of 3,456–3,890 fps depending on bullet weight. With this speed, it is suitable for hunting small game at medium to long distances as well as varmint shooting.
Weight vs. Velocity - Suitable Bullets for this Caliber
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Barrel Length Variation vs. Velocity - by Bullet Weight
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