Hornady BLACK 6mm ARC 105gr BTHP Ammo Ballistics
Brass Case • BTHP
Hornady BLACK 6mm ARC 105gr BTHP Ammo Ballistics
Brass Case • BTHP
Trajectory @ 100yd Zero
| Range | Velocity | Energy | Drop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 2749 fps | 1763 ft-lb | — |
| 25 yds | 2706 fps | 1708 ft-lb | -0.7" |
| 50 yds | 2664 fps | 1655 ft-lb | -0.1" |
| 75 yds | 2622 fps | 1603 ft-lb | +0.1" |
| 100 yds ⊕ | 2580 fps | 1552 ft-lb | +0.0" |
| 125 yds | 2538 fps | 1503 ft-lb | -0.4" |
| 150 yds | 2497 fps | 1455 ft-lb | -1.2" |
| 175 yds | 2457 fps | 1408 ft-lb | -2.3" |
| 200 yds | 2416 fps | 1362 ft-lb | -3.7" |
| 225 yds | 2376 fps | 1317 ft-lb | -5.6" |
| 250 yds | 2337 fps | 1274 ft-lb | -7.8" |
| 275 yds | 2298 fps | 1231 ft-lb | -10.4" |
| 300 yds | 2259 fps | 1190 ft-lb | -13.4" |
| 325 yds | 2220 fps | 1150 ft-lb | -16.9" |
| 350 yds | 2182 fps | 1111 ft-lb | -20.8" |
| 375 yds | 2145 fps | 1073 ft-lb | -25.1" |
| 400 yds | 2107 fps | 1036 ft-lb | -29.9" |
| 425 yds | 2070 fps | 1000 ft-lb | -35.2" |
| 450 yds | 2034 fps | 964 ft-lb | -41.1" |
| 475 yds | 1997 fps | 930 ft-lb | -47.4" |
| 500 yds | 1962 fps | 897 ft-lb | -54.3" |
Product Overview
Best Uses for Hornady BLACK 6mm ARC 105gr BTHP
The Hornady BLACK 6mm ARC 105gr BTHP is designed as a versatile, cost-effective option for shooters who want excellent performance without the premium price of match-grade ammunition. With a 105-grain boat tail hollow point bullet and 0.53 G1 ballistic coefficient, this load bridges the gap between affordable practice ammo and precision competition rounds, making it ideal for regular range sessions where high round counts are expected.
This ammunition serves particularly well for AR-15 platform training and recreational long-range shooting. The BLACK line is engineered specifically for modern sporting rifles, ensuring reliable feeding and extraction in semi-automatic actions. At 2750 fps and 1763 ft-lbs of muzzle energy, shooters can develop skills and verify zeros before transitioning to more expensive match ammunition for competition days.
The 105gr BTHP also functions as capable defensive ammunition for those who choose the 6mm ARC for home defense or property protection. The hollow point design offers controlled expansion while the high BC maintains accuracy at intermediate distances. For shooters who want one ammunition that handles both training and practical applications, the Hornady BLACK delivers consistent performance across multiple use cases without breaking the budget.
- More affordable than match-grade ammunition while maintaining good accuracy
- High 0.53 G1 BC provides excellent long-range ballistic performance
- Optimized for reliable function in AR-15 semi-automatic platforms
- Versatile BTHP design works for target shooting and defensive applications
- Consistent Hornady quality control ensures reliable ignition and velocity
- Not as tight tolerances as the premium Match line for serious competition
- BTHP bullet not ideal for hunting applications requiring controlled expansion
- 6mm ARC ammunition can be harder to find than common calibers
- Slightly less muzzle energy than heavier 108gr match loads
All Hornady BLACK 6mm ARC 105gr BTHP Ammo Prices
| DEALER | QTY | PRICE | SHIPPING | TOTAL | PRICE/RD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lucky Gunner | 20 | $29.00 | $18.43 | $47.43 | $2.37 |