6mm Creedmoor Ammo
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MSRP:$27.79
Used Price:
$25.01
Sale Price:
$27.79
Ammo Stats
Recoil
9.22 N
Average Fps
2960 fps
Average Gr
108 gr
Range
1000 yd
Muzzle Velocity
3000 fps
Muzzle Energy
2930 J
Bullet Drop
0.01 in
Wind Drift
0.01 in
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See DealThompson/Center and Hornady developed the .65 Creedmoor Ammo. The two gunsmiths came together to create ammo that would fit into the .308 Win and offer high muzzle velocity and length action. The 30 T/C was necked down to hold the 6.5 mm bullets, and this was how the 6.5 Creedmoor came to be. The goal of creating the 6.5 Creedmoor Ammo was to maintain a 0.473-inch case head diameter. This feature allows it to run efficiently on the AR-10 platform. The developers
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also wanted ammo with light recoil for rapid-fire and to ensure shooter comfort. Finally, they wanted ammo that could use readily available components like powder for easy replication. With this in mind, Dennis DeMille and Dave Emary set out to work.
The result was excellent, and the resulting 6.5 Creedmoor Ammo delivered low recoil while still proving enough horsepower to drive a 140-grain bullet to a muzzle velocity of over 2700 fps. In addition, the 140-grain B.C bullets used resists the effect of gravity and wind deflection efficiently. As a result, it can provide a flat trajectory and enhance shooters' ability to minimize wind effects. You could also expect a muzzle velocity of 2,900 fps from 140-grain bullets.
With a 30-degree shoulder, the 6.5 Creedmoor Ammo offers good head-spacing, and the 0.285-inch neck offers an impressive neck tension. These design features allow it to become shooter-friendly instantly. Also, the 6.5 Creedmoor is excellent ammo for long-range targets. You can ensure deep penetration from over 1000 yards. It is used for hunting almost all games, including elk and moose.
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6mm Creedmoor Ballistics Performance
| Distance (yard) | Elevation (in) | Energy (fps) | Velocity (ft/lb) |
| 0 | 0.00 | 245.52 | 2550.00 |
| 30 | -0.85 | 245.52 | 2550.00 |
| 60 | -3.42 | 245.52 | 2550.00 |
| 90 | -7.69 | 245.52 | 2550.00 |
| 130 | -13.67 | 245.52 | 2550.00 |
| 160 | -21.35 | 245.52 | 2550.00 |
| 190 | -30.75 | 245.52 | 2550.00 |
| 230 | -41.85 | 245.52 | 2550.00 |
| 260 | -54.66 | 245.52 | 2550.00 |
| 290 | -69.18 | 245.52 | 2550.00 |
| Distance (yards) | 0 | 30 | 60 | 90 | 130 | 160 | 190 | 230 | 260 | 290 |
| Elevation (in) | 0.00 | -0.85 | -3.42 | -7.69 | -13.67 | -21.35 | -30.75 | -41.85 | -54.66 | -69.18 |
| Energy (fps) | 245.52 | 245.52 | 245.52 | 245.52 | 245.52 | 245.52 | 245.52 | 245.52 | 245.52 | 245.52 |
| Velocity (ft/lb) | 2550.00 | 2550.00 | 2550.00 | 2550.00 | 2550.00 | 2550.00 | 2550.00 | 2550.00 | 2550.00 | 2550.00 |
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Ammo Stats
Recoil
9.22 N
Average Fps
2960 fps
Average Gr
108 gr
Range
1000 yd
Muzzle Velocity
3000 fps
Muzzle Energy
2930 J
Bullet Drop
0.01 in
Wind Drift
0.01 in
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6mm Creedmoor Specifications
Category
Caliber
6mm Creedmoor
Gun Types
Case Types
Height
2.250
Case Material
Brass
Rim Type
Rimless
Bullet Types
Soft Point,Jacketed Hollow Point,Full Metal Jacket
Primer Type
Large Rifle
Bullet Diameter
0.259 in
Land Diameter
0.254 in
Neck Diameter
0.277 in
Base Diameter
0.324 in
Rim Diameter
0.375 in
Rim Thickness
0.049 in
Case Length
51 in
Oal Cartridge Length
67 in
Bullet Weight
108 gr
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