Load data for 6.5 x 52 Carcano + 120gr Sax KDG-S

193 suitable loads across 38 powder(s) for cartridge 6.5 x 52 Carcano with 120gr Sax KDG-S bullet.

The most recommended powders for this combination are Somchem S365, Vihtavuori N150 and Hodgdon Hybrid 100V.

Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 2.067 in / 52.50 mm, the max. cartridge length is 3.012 in / 76.50 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 41,336 PSI / 2,850 bar.

Load Specifications

ImperialMetric

Bullet:.270 | 120gr | KDG-S

Cartridge:6.5 x 52 Carcano load data

Case Length (L3):2.066" | 52.5 mm

Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••

Seated Depth:0.339" | 8.6 mm

Case Capacity:48.7 gow | 3.16 cm³

Primer Size:Large Rifle (LR)

Max. Pressure (C.I.P.):41,336 psi | 2,850 bar

Barrel Length:27.7" | 704 mm

Min. Twist Rate:1:9.5

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Community Loads for 6.5 x 52 Carcano + 120gr Sax KDG-S

Real loads for this combination shared by our community. Charge weights are only fully visible with an active Pro licence.

Charge (gr)	C.O.L.	Barrel Length	Velocity (fps)	Pressure (psi)

33.0 gr	2.953"	27.7"	2441 fps	•••
33.2 gr	2.953"	27.7"	2454 fps	•••
33.5 gr	2.953"	27.7"	2474 fps	•••
•••	2.953"	27.7"	2477 fps	•••

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