Load data for 6.5 x 57 + 140gr Sierra MatchKing

451 suitable loads across 75 powder(s) for cartridge 6.5 x 57 with 140gr Sierra MatchKing bullet.

The most recommended powders for this combination are Norma MRP, Alliant Reloder-26 and Alliant Reloder-16.

Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 2.232 in / 56.70 mm, the max. cartridge length is 3.228 in / 82.00 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 56,565 PSI / 3,900 bar.

Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 2.232 in / 56.70 mm, the max. cartridge length is 3.228 in / 82.00 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 56,565 PSI / 3,900 bar.

Load Specifications

ImperialMetric

Bullet:.264 | 140gr | MatchKing

Cartridge:6.5 x 57 load data

Case Length (L3):2.232" | 56.7 mm

Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••

Seated Depth:0.454" | 11.5 mm

Case Capacity:59 gow | 3.82 cm³

Primer Size:Large Rifle (LR)

Max. Pressure (C.I.P.):56,565 psi | 3,900 bar

Barrel Length:23.6" | 600 mm

Min. Twist Rate:1:9.5

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Community Loads for 6.5 x 57 + 140gr Sierra MatchKing

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)

42.6 gr	3.228"	26.0"	2631 fps	•••
44.7 gr	3.228"	26.0"	2739 fps	•••

42.7 gr	3.228"	26.0"	2506 fps	•••

•••	3.228"	26.0"	2432 fps	•••
•••	3.228"	26.0"	2541 fps	•••

•••	3.228"	26.0"	2514 fps	•••
•••	3.228"	26.0"	2607 fps	•••

•••	3.228"	26.0"	2514 fps	•••
•••	3.228"	26.0"	2589 fps	•••
•••	3.228"	26.0"	2664 fps	•••

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