Rifle
140 grain
6.5X55MM MAUSER Ballistics
BC: 0.435 · 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
6.5X55MM MAUSER Overview
The6.5X55MM MAUSERis a rifle cartridge firing a 140 grain bullet with a ballistic coefficient of 0.435. At the muzzle, it produces 2550 fps velocity and 2021 ft-lbs of energy.
Ballistics Table
| Distance | Velocity (fps) | Energy (ft-lbs) | Bullet Drop (in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 2550 | 2021 | 0.0 |
| 100 yards | 2353 | 1721 | -1.5 |
| 200 yards | 2165 | 1457 | -4.8 |
Performance Analysis
With a muzzle velocity of2550 fpsand muzzle energy of2021 ft-lbs, the 6.5X55MM MAUSER is a powerful cartridge suitable for large game at reasonable distances.
The ballistic coefficient of0.435indicates 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 6.5X55MM MAUSER retains 84.9% of its initial velocity and 72.1% of its muzzle energy.
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