224 Valkyrie Factory Ammo Inspection

Published on December 9, 2017
Duration: 14:33

This video provides an in-depth inspection of factory 224 Valkyrie ammunition, focusing on its components and case capacity. The presenter, with a background in reloading, analyzes the bullet weight, powder type and charge, primer, and case dimensions. Comparisons are made to other calibers like 223 Remington, 22 Nosler, and 6.5 Grendel, offering insights into the cartridge's design and potential performance.

Quick Summary

Factory 224 Valkyrie ammunition typically includes a 90-grain Sierra MatchKing bullet, a flattened ball powder with a charge weight around 26.2 grains, and a standard Federal primer. Its case capacity is approximately 32.2 grains of water, offering a balance between 5.56 NATO and larger cartridges like 6.5 Grendel.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to 224 Valkyrie Hype
  2. 00:47Origin of the Ammo Sample
  3. 01:45Caliber Comparison: 223, 22 Nosler, 224 Valkyrie, 6.5 Grendel
  4. 02:22Bullet Pulling and Weight Measurement
  5. 02:56Powder Inspection and Charge Weight
  6. 03:30Primer Inspection
  7. 03:47Powder Analysis: Type and Comparison
  8. 04:13Likely Powder Suspects
  9. 05:06Powder Comparison: Alliant vs. Factory
  10. 05:26Powder Comparison: Winchester 760
  11. 05:34Powder Comparison: CFE 223, Accurate 25 20
  12. 05:47Powder Comparison: BL-C2, Leverevolution
  13. 06:00Powder Comparison: Mark 262 vs. 224 Valkyrie
  14. 06:35Charge Weight Comparison
  15. 06:41Primer Comparison
  16. 07:03Bullet Identification: Sierra MatchKing
  17. 07:48Case Capacity Measurement
  18. 08:12224 Valkyrie Case Capacity
  19. 08:35Case Capacity: 224 Valkyrie vs. Others
  20. 09:09Case Weight Measurements
  21. 10:22Loaded Round Length and Neck Diameter
  22. 10:34Shoulder and Case Head Diameter
  23. 10:46Neck Length and Base Measurements
  24. 11:19Headspace Comparator Measurements
  25. 11:56Pressure Signs on Fired Brass
  26. 12:41Thank You to Military Arms Channel
  27. 13:00Future Plans and Market Availability
  28. 13:10Rainier Arms Barrels and Pricing
  29. 13:48Twist Rate and Bullet Weight Considerations
  30. 14:15Closing Remarks and Support

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key components of factory 224 Valkyrie ammunition?

Factory 224 Valkyrie ammunition typically features a 90-grain Sierra MatchKing bullet, a flattened ball powder with a charge weight around 26.2 grains, and a standard Federal primer with sealant. The case capacity is approximately 32.2 grains of water.

How does the 224 Valkyrie case capacity compare to other calibers?

The 224 Valkyrie has a case capacity of about 32.2 grains of water. This is slightly more than 5.56 NATO (31.5 grains) but less than 22 Nosler (36.9 grains) and 6.5 Grendel (35.8 grains).

What kind of powder is used in 224 Valkyrie factory loads?

The factory 224 Valkyrie ammunition inspected uses a flattened ball powder. While the exact type is proprietary, it resembles powders like Alliant Power Pro 2000-MR or Winchester 760 in physical characteristics.

Are there any pressure signs on factory 224 Valkyrie brass?

Yes, pressure signs such as ejector and extractor marks were observed on four out of five fired 224 Valkyrie cases. This suggests that the factory loads are likely loaded to higher pressures.

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