Load data for 6.5 Grendel + 123gr Nosler Custom Competition
The most recommended powders for this combination are IMR 8208 XBR, ADI Benchmark 8208 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
Cartridge:6.5 Grendel load data
Case Length (L3):1.515" | 38.5 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.465" | 11.8 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
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Community Loads for 6.5 Grendel + 123gr Nosler Custom Competition
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24.0 gr | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2277 fps | ••• | |
| 25.0 gr | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2359 fps | ••• | |
| 26.0 gr | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2442 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2404 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2505 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2567 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2351 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2456 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2542 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2402 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 20.0" | 2365 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2482 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2562 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 22.0" | 2533 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2356 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2446 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2402 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2469 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2555 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2381 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2464 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2546 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 24.0" | 2526 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.255" | 24.0" | 2507 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2253 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2335 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2419 fps | ••• | |
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