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Be it a long-shot at next season’s whitetail or something to beat the snot out of the bullseye, we’ve got the top 6.5 Creedmoor ammo options for any application.<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Updated 6\/30\/23<\/h5>\n

Making the rounds with the Creedmoor:<\/h4>\n

Given all the hype it’s easy to forget the 6.5 Creedmoor<\/a> is a newcomer \u2014 all of 10-years-old. If it was a baby the cartridge would be somewhere between holding its head up on its own and cutting its first tooth. Yet, despite its infancy, especially compared to the grandfatherly .30-30 and middle-aged .308 Win., the Creedmoor’s rise has been meteoric. Perhaps no other cartridge has soared so fast so quickly, but its early-on respect is well earned. It does what it advertises: putting long-range accuracy within reach of the everyday marksman while remaining as pleasant to shoot as any centerfire cartridge to come down the pike.<\/p>\n

You Reload Ammo?: Discover The Best 6.5 Creedmoor Bullets<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n

Living up to its billing, the Creedmoor has been a no-brainer for ammo makers; they’ve embraced the cartridge with both arms and churned out 6.5 Creedmoor ammunition for all occasions and applications. With this in mind, we’ve rounded up the best of the best of Creedmoor ammo available today. Deer, competitive matches, distance steel, all the bases are covered. If you’ve got a rifle<\/a>, we’ve got the 6.5 Creedmoor ammo for you.<\/p>\n

Best 6.5 Creedmoor Ammo<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Sierra 130-Grain Tipped GameKing<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Some might have missed it when it happened, but a little over a year ago Sierra became more than a bullet company. They leaped full-fledged ammunition manufacturing. There couldn\u2019t be better news for hunters. Out of the gates, the company focused on hunting ammunition with its GameChanger line and offered up an excellent option for the Creedmoor. The belle of the ball in the 130-grain load for the 6.5 Creedmoor is Sierra\u2019s excellent Tipped GameKing bullet. Modeled after the company\u2019s legendary MatchKing HPBT, the polymer-tipped projectile offers up unparalleled .510 BC and exceptional terminal performance. Despite Sierra loading up the 6.5 Creedmoor ammo to excel at most hunters\u2019 limits, expect the GameKing bullet to do its job at any range. A thick tough jacket gives it top-notch penetration ability, making it useful for more than simply whitetail.<\/p>\n

Muzzle Velocity (fps):<\/strong> 2,950
Muzzle Energy (ft-lbs):<\/strong> 2,512
Velocity 500 Yards (fps):<\/strong> 2,098
Energy 500 Yards (ft-lbs):<\/strong> 1,271
Ballistic Coefficient (G1):<\/strong> .510
Sectional Density:<\/strong> .266
Trajectory at 500 yards (200-yd zero):<\/strong> -38.91
MSRP:<\/strong> $66.99 per box of 20<\/p>\n

Berger 140-grain Hybrid<\/strong><\/h3>\n

No matter your caliber choice, if you compete Berger is a name you likely know well. Engineered by some of the top names in precision shooting, the company\u2019s bullets and ammo are among the best money can buy. That said, like the rest of Berger\u2019s offerings, its 140-grain Hybrid 6.5 Creedmoor ammo doesn\u2019t disappoint. Boasting the ammosmith\u2019s Hybrid Target bullets, the match ammo is optimized for long-range performance and the utmost precision you can milk out of the caliber. An incredible .607 BC (G1), the projectiles have the drag profile of a shadow, making them all but impervious to air resistance and wind drift. With a muzzle velocity of 2,850 fps, Berger has also hit the sweet spot between ample velocity and a comfortable shooting load.<\/p>\n

Muzzle Velocity (fps):<\/strong> 2,850
Muzzle Energy (ft-lbs):<\/strong> 2,525
Velocity 500 Yards (fps):<\/strong> 2,127
Energy 500 Yards (ft-lbs):<\/strong> 1,406
Ballistic Coefficient (G1):<\/strong> .607
Sectional Density:<\/strong> N\/A
Trajectory at 500 yards (200-yd zero):<\/strong> -39.9
MSRP:<\/strong> $48.99 box of 20<\/p>\n

130-grain Federal Terminal Ascent<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Muzzle Velocity (fps):<\/strong> 2,800
Muzzle Energy (ft-lbs)<\/strong>: 2,263
Velocity 500 Yards (fps):<\/strong> 2,006
Energy 500 Yards (ft-lbs):<\/strong> 1,162
Ballistic Coefficient (G1):<\/strong> .532
Sectional Density:<\/strong> N\/A
Trajectory at 500 yards (200-yd zero):<\/strong> -43.12
MSRP:<\/strong> $70.99 box of 20<\/p>\n

Copper Creek 139-grain Lapua Scenar<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Follow their usual modus operandi, Copper Creek has stitched together a top-performing round by optimizing the best components available. The bell of the ball in this 6.5 Creedmoor ammo is the 139-grain Lapua Scenar bullet. The open-tip, boat-tail projectile is built to exacting standards, a fact not lost on competitive precision shooters. The bullet is among the most used in professional matches. The 139-grain offering has a ballistic coefficient of .578 (G1) and enough heft to ensure it maintains respectable velocities at distance. Copper Creek loads their 6.5 ammo to push this bullet out of the muzzle at 2,820 fps, which is plenty hot enough for most any target or tactical applications. On the spendy side, the 139-grain load is still a value if accuracy is your payoff.<\/p>\n

Muzzle Velocity (fps):<\/strong> 2,820
Muzzle Energy (ft-lbs)<\/strong>: 2,454
Velocity 500 Yards (fps):<\/strong> 2,068
Energy 500 Yards (ft-lbs):<\/strong> 1,320
Ballistic Coefficient (G1):<\/strong> .578
Sectional Density:<\/strong> N\/A
Trajectory at 500 yards (200-yd zero):<\/strong> -41.5
MSRP:<\/strong> Starting at $51.99 box of 20<\/p>\n

Hornady 143-grain ELD-X Precision Hunter<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Muzzle Velocity (fps):<\/strong> 2,700 FPS
Muzzle Energy (ft-lbs):<\/strong> 2,315
Velocity 500 Yards (fps):<\/strong> 2,030
Energy 500 Yards (ft-lbs):<\/strong> 1,308
Ballistic Coefficient:<\/strong> .625 (G1)
Sectional Density:<\/strong> .293
Trajectory at 500 yards (200-yd zero):<\/strong> -44.4 inches
MSRP:<\/strong> $46.99 box of 20<\/p>\n

Nosler 120-grain E-Tip Lead-Free<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Muzzle Velocity (fps):<\/strong> 2,850
Muzzle Energy (ft-lbs):<\/strong> 2,274
Velocity 500 Yards (fps):<\/strong> 1,991
Energy 500 Yards (ft-lbs):<\/strong> 1,057
Ballistic Coefficient (G1):<\/strong> .497
Sectional Density:<\/strong> .246
Trajectory at 500 yards (100-yd zero):<\/strong> -42.5 inches
MSRP:<\/strong> $68.95 box of 20<\/p>\n

Barnes 127-grain Vor-TX LR<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Muzzle Velocity (fps):<\/strong> 2,825
Muzzle Energy (ft-lbs):<\/strong> 2,251
Velocity 500 Yards (fps):<\/strong> 1,928
Energy 500 Yards (ft-lbs):<\/strong> 1,048
Ballistic Coefficient (G1):<\/strong> .468
Sectional Density:<\/strong> N\/A
Trajectory at 500 yards (200-yd zero):<\/strong> -44.1 inches
MSRP:<\/strong> $47.99 box of 20
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Federal Premium 140-grain Fusion Soft Point<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Muzzle Velocity (fps):<\/strong> 2,750
Muzzle Energy (ft-lbs):<\/strong> 2,351
Velocity 500 Yards (fps):<\/strong> 1,816
Energy 500 Yards (ft-lbs):<\/strong> 1,025
Ballistic Coefficient (G1):<\/strong> .439
Sectional Density:<\/strong> N\/A
Trajectory at 500 yards (200-yd zero):<\/strong> -48.4
MSRP:<\/strong> $48.99 box of 20<\/p>\n

Browning 129-grain Silver Series<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Muzzle Velocity (fps):<\/strong> 2,820
Muzzle Energy (ft-lbs):<\/strong> 2,277
Velocity 500 Yards (fps):<\/strong> 2,090
Energy 500 Yards (ft-lbs):<\/strong> 1,591
Ballistic Coefficient (G1):<\/strong> .324
Sectional Density:<\/strong> N\/A
Trajectory at 500 yards (200-yd zero):<\/strong> -53.7
MSRP:<\/strong> Not Published. Average Price is $35 to $40 per box of 20
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Copper Creek 130-grain Berger Hybrid OTM<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Muzzle Velocity (fps):<\/strong> 2,880
Muzzle Energy (ft-lbs):<\/strong> 2,394
Velocity 500 Yards (fps):<\/strong> 2,109
Energy 500 Yards (ft-lbs):<\/strong> 1,284
Ballistic Coefficient (G1):<\/strong> .560
Sectional Density:<\/strong> N\/A
Trajectory at 500 yards (100-yd zero):<\/strong> -43.9
MSRP:<\/strong> Starts At $54.99
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Hornady 147-grain ELD Match<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Muzzle Velocity (fps):<\/strong> 2,695
Muzzle Energy (ft-lbs):<\/strong> 2,370
Velocity 500 Yards (fps):<\/strong> 2,092
Energy 500 Yards (ft-lbs):<\/strong> 1,428
Ballistic Coefficient (G1):<\/strong> .697
Sectional Density:<\/strong> .301
Trajectory at 500 yards (200-yd zero):<\/strong> -43.2
MSRP:<\/strong> Not Published. Average Price is $42 per box of 20.<\/p>\n

American Eagle 120-grain Open Tip Match<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Muzzle Velocity (fps):<\/strong> 2,900
Muzzle Energy (ft-lbs):<\/strong> 2,241
Velocity 500 Yards (fps):<\/strong> 1,900
Energy 500 Yards (ft-lbs):<\/strong> 962
Ballistic Coefficient (G1):<\/strong> .421
Sectional Density:<\/strong> N\/A
Trajectory at 500 yards (200-yd zero):<\/strong> -43.73
MSRP:<\/strong> $37.99
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SIG Sauer 140-grain Elite Match Grade OTM<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Muzzle Velocity (fps):<\/strong> 2,690
Muzzle Energy (ft-lbs):<\/strong> 2,250
Velocity 500 Yards (fps):<\/strong> 1,919
Energy 500 Yards (ft-lbs):<\/strong> 1,145
Ballistic Coefficient (G1):<\/strong> .535
Sectional Density:<\/strong> .287
Trajectory at 500 yards (200-yd zero):<\/strong> -46.35
MSRP: $41.99 box of 20<\/p>\n

Atomic Ammunition 142-grain MatchKing<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Muzzle Velocity (fps):<\/strong> 2,750
Muzzle Energy (ft-lbs):<\/strong> 2,385
Velocity 500 Yards (fps):<\/strong> 2,073
Energy 500 Yards (ft-lbs):<\/strong> 1,356
Ballistic Coefficient (G1)<\/strong>: .626
Sectional Density:<\/strong> .291
Trajectory at 500 yards (200-yd zero):<\/strong> -41.7
MSRP:<\/strong> Not Published. Average price is $35 per box of 20<\/p>\n

Sellier & Bellot 140-grain FMJBT<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Muzzle Velocity (fps):<\/strong> 2,658
Muzzle Energy (ft-lbs)<\/strong>: 2,195
Velocity 500 Yards (fps):<\/strong> 1,832
Energy 500 Yards (ft-lbs):<\/strong> 1,043
Ballistic Coefficient (G1):<\/strong> .491
Sectional Density:<\/strong> .287
Trajectory at 500 yards (200-yd zero):<\/strong> -49.99
MSRP:<\/strong> Not Published. Average price is less than $20 per box of 20
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Bonus: Best 6.5 Creedmoor Bullets<\/strong><\/h2>\n

If you\u2019re ready to step up and mint your very own 6.5 Creedmoor ammunition, here are three bullet options more than up to the task of getting you on target.<\/p>\n

Berger Hybrid<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Overengineered doesn\u2019t even begin to describe what has become one of the most popular precision 6.5 Creedmoor bullets. Incorporating two different shapes within the nose strikes a nearly perfect balance between ease of loading and performance. On the one hand, the tangent section of the ogive reduces sensitivity to seating depth. On the other, a long secant ogive forward is the same found in high-performance VLD bullets. What you end up with is a forgiving component that sets the standard for performance.<\/p>\n

Lapua Scenar L<\/strong><\/h3>\n

A top performer on the precision rifle circuit, the extremely uniform Scenar L has an excellent match record. Tightening the tolerances of the original Scenar bullet, Lapua has created a projectile that \u2013 batch to batch \u2013 shows little to no variation. The company goes as far as saying you don\u2019t even have to sort them, they\u2019re that little difference between bullets. Like the original, the Scenar L has the sexy BCs 6.5 Creedmoor shooters look for to get the most out of the long-range specialist caliber.<\/p>\n

Hornady A-Tip<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Hornady has taken a different tact in producing the uniformity required to hit the mark over and over. Opting for aluminum \u2013 as opposed to polymer or open \u2013 for the tip, the company limits the bullets\u2019 irregularities to almost nil. Additionally, turning to metal means the bullets can be made longer, thus bettering their ballistic coefficients and performance against air resistance and wind drift. Finally, they also sell them in consecutive batches, which reduces the chance anomalies that occur as a natural course of manufacturing.<\/p>\n

Did we hit the mark with our 6.5 Creedmoor ammunition list? Any duds in the pack? Or did we pick all your favorites? Tell us about it in the comments.<\/p>\n\n

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