Load data for 6.5 Grendel + 100gr Hornady ELD-VT
The most recommended powders for this combination are Hodgdon CFE223, Alliant AR-Comp and Hodgdon H335.
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 1.520 in / 38.61 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.260 in / 57.40 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 58,740 PSI / 4,050 bar.
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 1.520 in / 38.61 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.260 in / 57.40 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 58,740 PSI / 4,050 bar.
Load Specifications
ImperialMetric
Bullet:.264 | 100gr | ELD-VT
Cartridge:6.5 Grendel load data
Case Length (L3):1.515" | 38.5 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.513" | 13.0 mm
Case Capacity:35 gow | 2.27 cm³
Primer Size:Small Rifle (SR)
Max. Pressure (C.I.P.):58,740 psi | 4,050 bar
Barrel Length:24.0" | 610 mm
Min. Twist Rate:1:8.5
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Community Loads for 6.5 Grendel + 100gr Hornady ELD-VT
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24.5 gr | 2.245" | 24.0" | 2643 fps | ••• | |
| 27.4 gr | 2.245" | 24.0" | 2774 fps | ••• | |
| 28.0 gr | 2.245" | 24.0" | 2723 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.245" | 24.0" | 2587 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.245" | 24.0" | 2634 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 20.0" | 2717 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.298" | 24.0" | 2907 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.245" | 24.0" | 2597 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.245" | 24.0" | 2792 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.245" | 24.0" | 2727 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.298" | 24.0" | 2854 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.300" | 14.5" | 2605 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.245" | 24.0" | 2511 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.245" | 24.0" | 2711 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.245" | 24.0" | 2549 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.245" | 24.0" | 2690 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.245" | 24.0" | 2721 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.245" | 24.0" | 2500 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.245" | 24.0" | 2680 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.245" | 24.0" | 2595 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.245" | 24.0" | 2768 fps | ••• | |
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