Load data for 6 x 52 R Bretschneider + 70gr Merlin Virtus
293 suitable loads across 52 powder(s) for cartridge 6 x 52 R Bretschneider with 70gr Merlin Virtus bullet.
The most recommended powders for this combination are Alliant AR-Comp, Hodgdon H322 and IMR 3031.
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 2.047 in / 52.00 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.697 in / 68.50 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 47,863 PSI / 3,300 bar.
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 2.047 in / 52.00 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.697 in / 68.50 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 47,863 PSI / 3,300 bar.
Load Specifications
ImperialMetric
Bullet:.243 | 70gr | Merlin
Cartridge:6 x 52 R Bretschneider load data
Case Length (L3):2.040" | 51.8 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.438" | 11.1 mm
Case Capacity:36.2 gow | 2.35 cm³
Primer Size:Large Rifle (LR)
Max. Pressure (C.I.P.):47,863 psi | 3,300 bar
Barrel Length:23.6" | 600 mm
Min. Twist Rate:1:10.5
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