Load data for 6.5 x 55 Swedish + 156gr Norma VULKAN

414 suitable loads across 70 powder(s) for cartridge 6.5 x 55 Swedish with 156gr Norma VULKAN bullet.

The most recommended powders for this combination are Norma MRP, Alliant Reloder-26 and Norma 204.

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 | 156gr | VULKAN

Cartridge:6.5 x 55 Swedish load data

Case Length (L3):2.165" | 55.0 mm

Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••

Seated Depth:0.542" | 13.8 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:1:10.0

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Community Loads for 6.5 x 55 Swedish + 156gr Norma VULKAN

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)

40.0 gr	2.913"	—	2408 fps	•••
41.7 gr	2.913"	—	2493 fps	•••
42.2 gr	3.110"	24.6"	2493 fps	•••

•••	2.913"	—	2460 fps	•••
•••	2.913"	—	2565 fps	•••

•••	3.110"	24.6"	2461 fps	•••

•••	3.071"	24.6"	2690 fps	•••

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