Load data for 6.5-06 A-Square + 85gr Sierra HP Varminter
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 | 85gr | HP Varminter
Cartridge:6.5-06 A-Square load data
Case Length (L3):2.494" | 63.3 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.200" | 5.1 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:1:14.0
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Community Loads for 6.5-06 A-Square + 85gr Sierra HP Varminter
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52.0 gr | 3.140" | 24.0" | 3398 fps | ••• | |
| 50.0 gr | 3.140" | 24.0" | 3182 fps | ••• | |
| 55.0 gr | 3.140" | 24.0" | 3465 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.140" | 24.0" | 3252 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.140" | 24.0" | 3507 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.140" | 24.0" | 3370 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.140" | 24.0" | 3252 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.140" | 24.0" | 3470 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.140" | 24.0" | 3278 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.140" | 24.0" | 2971 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.140" | 24.0" | 3307 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.140" | 24.0" | 3075 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.140" | 24.0" | 3375 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.140" | 24.0" | 3035 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.140" | 24.0" | 3378 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.140" | 24.0" | 3127 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.140" | 24.0" | 3406 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.140" | 24.0" | 3272 fps | ••• | |
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