Load data for 6.5-06 A-Square + 142gr Sierra MatchKing
Based on SAAMI, the max. allowed case length is 2.494 in / 63.35 mm, the max. cartridge length is 3.440 in / 87.38 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 65,000 PSI / 4,482 bar.

Based on SAAMI, the max. allowed case length is 2.494 in / 63.35 mm, the max. cartridge length is 3.440 in / 87.38 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 65,000 PSI / 4,482 bar.

Load Specifications
ImperialMetric
Bullet:.264 | 142gr | MatchKing
Cartridge:6.5-06 A-Square load data
Case Length (L3):2.494" | 63.3 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.593" | 15.1 mm
Case Capacity:65.7 gow | 4.26 cm³
Primer Size:Large Rifle (LR)
Max. Pressure (SAAMI):65,000 psi | 4,482 bar
Barrel Length:24.0" | 610 mm
Min. Twist Rate:1:8.5
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Community Loads for 6.5-06 A-Square + 142gr Sierra MatchKing
Real loads for this combination shared by our community. Charge weights are only fully visible with an active Pro licence.
| Powder | Charge (gr) | C.O.L. | Barrel Length | Velocity (fps) | Pressure (psi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 44.5 gr | 3.440" | 24.0" | 2578 fps | ••• | |
| 47.1 gr | 3.440" | 24.0" | 2704 fps | ••• | |
| 48.4 gr | 3.300" | 24.0" | 2615 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.300" | 24.0" | 2783 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.440" | 24.0" | 2696 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.440" | 24.0" | 2758 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.440" | 24.0" | 2735 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.440" | 24.0" | 2525 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.440" | 24.0" | 2631 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.440" | 24.0" | 2735 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.440" | 24.0" | 2782 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.440" | 24.0" | 2832 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.440" | 24.0" | 2698 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.440" | 24.0" | 2751 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.440" | 24.0" | 2535 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.440" | 24.0" | 2630 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.440" | 24.0" | 2675 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.440" | 24.0" | 2692 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.440" | 24.0" | 2776 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.440" | 24.0" | 2817 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.440" | 24.0" | 2856 fps | ••• | |
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