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6.8mm Remington SPC Load Data & Ballistics Calculator

Estimate chamber pressure and muzzle velocity for the 6.8mm Remington SPC with the free, in-browser MyLoads internal ballistics simulator. The figures below are illustrative estimates from a physics model — not a recommended load. Always cross-check a current published loading manual.

6.8mm Remington SPC reference

Maximum average pressure (MAP)55,000 psi
Nominal case capacity34.5 gr H₂O
Groove / bullet diameter0.277 in (7.04 mm)

Example simulation illustrative

Bullet
Hornady 0.277 120 gr SST
Powder
Accurate A-1680
Charge
21.6 gr
Barrel
20 in

Muzzle velocity

2,229 fps

Peak chamber pressure (interval, ±10% burn rate)

39,456 – 46,726 – 53,839 psi

nominal is 85% MAP (55,000 psi)

The simulator isn't optimized for this cartridge yet and may read pressure low.

Illustrative example — every figure is an estimate; always confirm your load against a current published manual before loading.

Popular 6.8mm Remington SPC powders

Powders and bullets handloaders commonly use for the 6.8mm Remington SPC, drawn from public discussion and listed most common first. They appear as the Popular group in the calculator's pickers. This is not a load recommendation — always check your load against a current published manual.

Popular 6.8mm Remington SPC bullets

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