Load data for 6.5 Grendel + 85gr Sierra HP Varminter
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 | 85gr | HP Varminter
Cartridge:6.5 Grendel load data
Case Length (L3):1.515" | 38.5 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.178" | 4.5 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:1:14.0
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Community Loads for 6.5 Grendel + 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26.6 gr | 2.130" | 24.0" | 2773 fps | ••• | |
| 29.6 gr | 2.130" | 24.0" | 3061 fps | ••• | |
| 27.5 gr | 2.130" | 24.0" | 2681 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.130" | 24.0" | 2973 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.130" | 24.0" | 2586 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.130" | 24.0" | 2862 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.130" | 24.0" | 2766 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.130" | 24.0" | 3075 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.130" | 24.0" | 2600 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.130" | 24.0" | 2834 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.130" | 24.0" | 2942 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.240" | 24.0" | 2780 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.240" | 24.0" | 2860 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.240" | 24.0" | 2586 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.240" | 24.0" | 2835 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.240" | 24.0" | 2514 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.240" | 24.0" | 2780 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.240" | 24.0" | 2532 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.240" | 24.0" | 2779 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.240" | 24.0" | 2734 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.240" | 24.0" | 2562 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.240" | 24.0" | 2785 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.240" | 24.0" | 2597 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.240" | 24.0" | 2860 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.130" | 24.0" | 2529 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.130" | 24.0" | 2813 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.130" | 24.0" | 2518 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.130" | 24.0" | 2784 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.240" | 24.0" | 2849 fps | ••• | |
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