Load data for 6 mm PPC + 85gr Sierra VarmintKing
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 1.503 in / 38.18 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.193 in / 55.70 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 58,740 PSI / 4,050 bar.
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 1.503 in / 38.18 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.193 in / 55.70 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 58,740 PSI / 4,050 bar.
Load Specifications
ImperialMetric
Bullet:.243 | 85gr | VarmintKing
Cartridge:6 mm PPC load data
Case Length (L3):1.505" | 38.2 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.333" | 8.5 mm
Case Capacity:33 gow | 2.14 cm³
Primer Size:Small Rifle (SR)
Max. Pressure (C.I.P.):58,740 psi | 4,050 bar
Barrel Length:24.0" | 610 mm
Min. Twist Rate:1:11.0
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Community Loads for 6 mm PPC + 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25.1 gr | 2.110" | 26.0" | 2860 fps | ••• | |
| 25.9 gr | 2.110" | 26.0" | 2934 fps | ••• | |
| 26.7 gr | 2.110" | 26.0" | 3008 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.110" | 26.0" | 2811 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.110" | 26.0" | 2921 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.110" | 26.0" | 2663 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.110" | 26.0" | 2755 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.110" | 26.0" | 2849 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.110" | 26.0" | 2942 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.110" | 26.0" | 2637 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.110" | 26.0" | 2728 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.110" | 26.0" | 2821 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.110" | 26.0" | 2867 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.110" | 26.0" | 2982 fps | ••• | |
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