Load data for 6.5 x 55 Swedish + 142gr Sierra MatchKing
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 2.165 in / 55.00 mm, the max. cartridge length is 3.150 in / 80.00 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 55,114 PSI / 3,800 bar.
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 2.165 in / 55.00 mm, the max. cartridge length is 3.150 in / 80.00 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 55,114 PSI / 3,800 bar.
Load Specifications
ImperialMetric
Bullet:.264 | 142gr | MatchKing
Cartridge:6.5 x 55 Swedish load data
Case Length (L3):2.165" | 55.0 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.514" | 13.1 mm
Case Capacity:57 gow | 3.69 cm³
Primer Size:Large Rifle (LR)
Max. Pressure (C.I.P.):55,114 psi | 3,800 bar
Barrel Length:24.0" | 610 mm
Min. Twist Rate:1:8.5
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Community Loads for 6.5 x 55 Swedish + 142gr Sierra MatchKing
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40.6 gr | 3.150" | 29.5" | 2407 fps | ••• | |
| 42.9 gr | 3.150" | 29.5" | 2530 fps | ••• | |
| 40.2 gr | 3.150" | 29.5" | 2634 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.150" | 29.5" | 2741 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.150" | 29.5" | 2840 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.050" | 24.0" | 2758 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.150" | 29.5" | 2414 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.150" | 29.5" | 2547 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.150" | 29.5" | 2680 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.150" | 29.5" | 2393 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.150" | 29.5" | 2438 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.150" | 29.5" | 2506 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.150" | 29.5" | 2620 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.150" | 29.5" | 2733 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.150" | 29.5" | 2285 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.150" | 29.5" | 2448 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.150" | 29.5" | 2688 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.150" | 29.5" | 2747 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 3.150" | 29.5" | 2725 fps | ••• | |
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