Load data for 6 mm ARC + 80gr Hornady ELD-VT
The most recommended powders for this combination are IMR 3031, Alliant AR-Comp and Alliant Reloder-10x.
Based on SAAMI, the max. allowed case length is 1.490 in / 37.85 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.260 in / 57.40 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 52,000 PSI / 3,585 bar.
Based on SAAMI, the max. allowed case length is 1.490 in / 37.85 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.260 in / 57.40 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 52,000 PSI / 3,585 bar.
Load Specifications
ImperialMetric
Bullet:.243 | 80gr | ELD-VT
Cartridge:6 mm ARC load data
Case Length (L3):1.500" | 38.1 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.422" | 10.7 mm
Case Capacity:34.5 gow | 2.24 cm³
Primer Size:Small Rifle (SR)
Max. Pressure (SAAMI):52,000 psi | 3,585 bar
Barrel Length:24.0" | 610 mm
Min. Twist Rate:1:8.0
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Community Loads for 6 mm ARC + 80gr Hornady ELD-VT
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25.6 gr | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2614 fps | ••• | |
| 28.5 gr | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2883 fps | ••• | |
| 28.8 gr | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2878 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.200" | 12.5" | 2559 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2808 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 24.0" | 3030 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2978 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2716 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2848 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2924 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2709 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.226" | 20.0" | 2887 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2644 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2860 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2711 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2940 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 20.0" | 2421 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 20.0" | 2642 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 20.0" | 2497 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 20.0" | 2681 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 20.0" | 2682 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 20.0" | 2826 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 20.0" | 2581 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.260" | 20.0" | 2706 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2803 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 24.0" | 3027 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 24.0" | 2762 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.250" | 24.0" | 3003 fps | ••• | |
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