Load data for 6 mm ARC + 85gr Sierra VarmintKing
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 | 85gr | VarmintKing
Cartridge:6 mm ARC load data
Case Length (L3):1.500" | 38.1 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.338" | 8.6 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:1:11.0
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Community Loads for 6 mm ARC + 85gr Sierra VarmintKing
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23.7 gr | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2611 fps | ••• | |
| 24.4 gr | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2675 fps | ••• | |
| 24.5 gr | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2684 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2729 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2790 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2902 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2927 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2777 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2838 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2890 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2900 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2932 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2962 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2744 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2798 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2840 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2602 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2658 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2710 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2764 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2716 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2770 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2823 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2683 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2776 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2857 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2748 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2775 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2801 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2839 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2719 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2783 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2837 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2699 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2745 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2800 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2651 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2713 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2765 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2550 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2594 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2613 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2673 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2753 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2692 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2758 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2812 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.100" | 24.0" | 2841 fps | ••• | |
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