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6mm Creedmoor Load Data & Ballistics Calculator

Estimate chamber pressure and muzzle velocity for the 6mm Creedmoor 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.

6mm Creedmoor reference

Maximum average pressure (MAP)62,000 psi
Nominal case capacity53.0 gr H₂O
Groove / bullet diameter0.243 in (6.17 mm)

Example simulation illustrative

Bullet
Hornady 0.243 108 gr ELD Match
Powder
Hodgdon H4350
Charge
38.8 gr
Barrel
24 in

Muzzle velocity

2,726 fps

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

40,882 – 49,752 – 59,321 psi

nominal is 80% MAP (62,000 psi)

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

Popular 6mm Creedmoor powders

Powders and bullets handloaders commonly use for the 6mm Creedmoor, 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 6mm Creedmoor bullets

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