Load data for 6 mm ARC + 80gr Hornady GMX
The most recommended powders for this combination are Accurate 2520, SNPE Vectan SP 10 and ADI AR 2219.
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 | GMX
Cartridge:6 mm ARC load data
Case Length (L3):1.500" | 38.1 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.439" | 11.2 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:1:9.5
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Community Loads for 6 mm ARC + 80gr Hornady GMX
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26.8 gr | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2744 fps | ••• | |
| 27.2 gr | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2791 fps | ••• | |
| 24.5 gr | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2658 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2938 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2764 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2617 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2850 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2499 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2826 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2635 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2869 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2667 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2653 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2945 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2657 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2896 fps | ••• | |
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