Load data for 6 mm Creedmoor + 85gr Sierra VarmintKing
Based on SAAMI, the max. allowed case length is 1.920 in / 48.77 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.800 in / 71.12 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 62,001 PSI / 4,275 bar.
Based on SAAMI, the max. allowed case length is 1.920 in / 48.77 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.800 in / 71.12 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 62,001 PSI / 4,275 bar.
Load Specifications
ImperialMetric
Bullet:.243 | 85gr | VarmintKing
Cartridge:6 mm Creedmoor load data
Case Length (L3):1.920" | 48.8 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.308" | 7.8 mm
Case Capacity:51.5 gow | 3.34 cm³
Primer Size:Large Rifle (LR)
Max. Pressure (SAAMI):62,001 psi | 4,275 bar
Barrel Length:24.0" | 610 mm
Min. Twist Rate:1:11.0
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Community Loads for 6 mm Creedmoor + 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36.3 gr | 2.550" | 24.0" | 2965 fps | ••• | |
| 37.7 gr | 2.550" | 24.0" | 3059 fps | ••• | |
| 39.1 gr | 2.550" | 24.0" | 3153 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.550" | 24.0" | 2864 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.550" | 24.0" | 2970 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.550" | 24.0" | 3078 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.550" | 24.0" | 3178 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.550" | 24.0" | 3268 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.550" | 24.0" | 2911 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.550" | 24.0" | 2981 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.550" | 24.0" | 3058 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.550" | 24.0" | 3143 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.550" | 24.0" | 3233 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.550" | 24.0" | 2893 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.550" | 24.0" | 3019 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.550" | 24.0" | 3127 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.550" | 24.0" | 2736 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.550" | 24.0" | 2842 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.550" | 24.0" | 2941 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.550" | 24.0" | 3034 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.550" | 24.0" | 3122 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.550" | 24.0" | 3072 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.550" | 24.0" | 3164 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.550" | 24.0" | 2964 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.550" | 24.0" | 3065 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.550" | 24.0" | 3164 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.550" | 24.0" | 3051 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.550" | 24.0" | 3117 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.550" | 24.0" | 2926 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.550" | 24.0" | 3020 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.550" | 24.0" | 3121 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.550" | 24.0" | 2899 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.550" | 24.0" | 2993 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.550" | 24.0" | 3098 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.550" | 24.0" | 3160 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.550" | 24.0" | 3225 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.550" | 24.0" | 3013 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.550" | 24.0" | 3087 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.550" | 24.0" | 3095 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.550" | 24.0" | 2973 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.550" | 24.0" | 3052 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.550" | 24.0" | 3144 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.550" | 24.0" | 2911 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.550" | 24.0" | 3015 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.550" | 24.0" | 3126 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.550" | 24.0" | 2812 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.550" | 24.0" | 2896 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.550" | 24.0" | 2972 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.550" | 24.0" | 3052 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.550" | 24.0" | 3135 fps | ••• | |
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