Min and max with 6X45 and Varget?

[Don Armstrong]

Anyone have a min and max for Varget in the 6 X 45 with 70 and 85 grain bullets. Hodgens doesn't seem to have any in their loading data. Thanks, Don

 

[pahntr760]

There is a 6x45 thread in this section. There is a huge selection in there. It would be easier for ya to check that out.

 

[Don Armstrong]

pahntr760, I checked that thread before posting this thread. It doesn't cover Varget very well and I didn't see any min or max for Varget. Thanks, Don

 

[venatic]

I have 4 manuals that have data for the 6X45mm and none list Varget.

My guess is that while it will work with those bullet weights you may not be able to get enough in the case to see velocity achieved with more suitable powders. Again just an educated guess but you may not be able to put enough Varget in a case and seat a 70gr bullets to get close to a max.
I know the load of H4895/70gr Nosler I use in my Cooper 6X45mm is a heavy compressed load and it’s faster burning than Varget.

 

[Don Armstrong]

Thanks venatic, that makes sense. I knew there had to be a reason there was no data. Don

 

[pdog2062]

I load varget in my 6x45.usualy around 26.5 grains as that is all that will fit and still have room to start the bullet.I believe that you can dip the case in the powder and fill it up as I can't get enough powder in the case to show any pressure signs.I also use benchmark and realy like it.you can use load data for the 223 as a starting point

 

[pahntr760]

27 grains of Varget is a very full case. It's a decent load in my 6x45 but I like 8208 much better.

 

[Don Armstrong]

pahntr760, I have never seen any 8208 aroud here. Do you know of a supplier? Thanks, Don

 

[pahntr760]

I just get it locally when I can find it. It really stands out with the gold label. IMR 8208 XBR is good stuff.

 

[svt tactical]

Its not a fast load but I'm not a fan of real compressed loads but my 80gr GMX load is 24.5gr Varget and I get 1 hole groups with my DTECH upper.