Load data for 6 mm XC + 87gr Hornady V-MAX
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 1.902 in / 48.30 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.756 in / 70.00 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 63,817 PSI / 4,400 bar.

Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 1.902 in / 48.30 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.756 in / 70.00 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 63,817 PSI / 4,400 bar.

Load Specifications
ImperialMetric
Bullet:.243 | 87gr | V-MAX
Cartridge:6 mm XC load data
Case Length (L3):1.901" | 48.3 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.379" | 9.6 mm
Case Capacity:49.7 gow | 3.22 cm³
Primer Size:Large Rifle (LR)
Max. Pressure (C.I.P.):63,817 psi | 4,400 bar
Barrel Length:24.0" | 610 mm
Min. Twist Rate:1:10.0
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Community Loads for 6 mm XC + 87gr Hornady V-MAX
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36.1 gr | 2.559" | 23.6" | 3048 fps | ••• | |
| 37.7 gr | 2.559" | 23.6" | 3168 fps | ••• | |
| 39.4 gr | 2.559" | 23.6" | 3095 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.559" | 23.6" | 3217 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.559" | 23.6" | 2981 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.559" | 23.6" | 3110 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.559" | 23.6" | 3025 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.559" | 23.6" | 3139 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.535" | 23.0" | 3025 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.535" | 23.0" | 3097 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.535" | 23.0" | 3156 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.535" | 23.0" | 3166 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.535" | 23.0" | 3258 fps | ••• | |
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