Rifle
120 grain
6.5mm Creedmoor Ballistics
BC: 0.45 · deer, elk, medium-large game
Key Performance Data
Muzzle Velocity
Muzzle Energy
Ballistic Coefficient
Bullet Drop
Velocity & Energy at Distance
Muzzle
100 yds
200 yds
Muzzle
100 yds
200 yds
6.5mm Creedmoor Overview
The6.5mm Creedmooris a rifle cartridge firing a 120 grain bullet with a ballistic coefficient of 0.45. At the muzzle, it produces 2925 fps velocity and 2280 ft-lbs of energy.
Ballistics Table
| Distance | Velocity (fps) | Energy (ft-lbs) | Bullet Drop (in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 2925 | 2280 | 0.0 |
| 100 yards | 2718 | 1968 | 1.6 |
| 200 yards | 2520 | 1693 | 0 |
Performance Analysis
With a muzzle velocity of2925 fpsand muzzle energy of2280 ft-lbs, the 6.5mm Creedmoor is a powerful cartridge suitable for large game at reasonable distances.
The ballistic coefficient of0.45indicates excellent aerodynamic efficiency for long-range shooting.
Suitable Applications
This cartridge is commonly used for: deer, elk, medium-large game.
Velocity Retention
From muzzle to 200 yards, the 6.5mm Creedmoor retains 86.2% of its initial velocity and 74.3% of its muzzle energy.
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