About this caliber
6.5 PRC
6.5 PRC is a modern short-magnum 6.5mm cartridge offering more velocity and range than the 6.5 Creedmoor, aimed at long-range shooting and hunting.
Commonly used for
6.5 PRC is a Hornady Precision Rifle Cartridge that drives aerodynamic 6.5mm bullets faster than the popular 6.5 Creedmoor, extending effective range while keeping recoil moderate for its performance class. It has become popular for long-range target shooting and for medium and larger game hunting. As a newer magnum, ammunition is reasonably available but generally costs more and comes in fewer options than 6.5 Creedmoor. It suits shooters who want more reach than a 6.5 Creedmoor while keeping recoil relatively manageable.
General information about this caliber — not a recommendation for this specific firearm.
Firearms chambered in 6.5 PRC · 27
Ammunition in 6.5 PRC · 41
| Load | Type | Purpose | Grain | Velocity | Energy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Browning Ammo Long Range Pro | — | Hunting | 130 gr | 2980 fps | 2760 ft·lb |
| Browning Ammo Max Point | — | Hunting | 140 gr | 3080 fps | 2949 ft·lb |
| Federal Premium | SP | Hunting | 120 gr | 3050 fps | 2478 ft·lb |
| Federal Premium | — | Hunting | 130 gr | 3000 fps | 2598 ft·lb |
| Hornady Outfitter | — | Hunting | 130 gr | 2975 fps | 2555 ft·lb |
| Hornady Precision Hunter | SP | Hunting | 143 gr | 2960 fps | 2782 ft·lb |
| NORMA AMMUNITION (RUAG) Dedicated Hunting | SP | Hunting | 140 gr | 2657 fps | 2195 ft·lb |
| NORMA AMMUNITION (RUAG) Dedicated Hunting | SP | Hunting | 143 gr | 2953 fps | 2768 ft·lb |
| Nosler E-Tip | SP | Hunting | 120 gr | 3100 fps | 2560 ft·lb |
| Nosler Ballistic Tip | SP | Hunting | 140 gr | 2900 fps | 2614 ft·lb |
| Nosler Trophy Grade | SP | Hunting | 140 gr | 2900 fps | 2614 ft·lb |
| Nosler Trophy Grade | SP | Hunting | 142 gr | 2900 fps | 2651 ft·lb |
| Remington Ammunition Premier | — | Hunting | 140 gr | 2975 fps | 2751 ft·lb |
| Winchester Ammo Copper Impact | SP | Hunting | 125 gr | 3100 fps | 2667 ft·lb |
| Winchester Ammo Ballistic Silvertip | SP | Hunting | 140 gr | 3020 fps | 2835 ft·lb |
| Winchester Ammo Expedition Big Game | SP | Hunting | 142 gr | 3020 fps | 2875 ft·lb |
| Barnes Bullets Precision Match | JHP | Target | 145 gr | 2960 fps | 2179 ft·lb |
| Berger Bullets Target | — | Target | 156 gr | — | — |
| Fiocchi Hyperformance | — | Target | 140 gr | 2980 fps | — |
| Hornady Match | SP | Target | 147 gr | 2910 fps | 2764 ft·lb |
| NORMA AMMUNITION (RUAG) Dedicated Precision | JHP | Target | 143 gr | 2831 fps | 2986 ft·lb |
| Remington Ammunition Premier | JHP | Target | 140 gr | 2925 fps | 2659 ft·lb |
| SAKO (BERETTA USA) PowerHead | — | Target | 120 gr | — | 2871 ft·lb |
| Winchester Ammo Match | JHP | Target | 140 gr | 3030 fps | 2854 ft·lb |
| Winchester Ammo USA Ready | JHP | Target | 140 gr | 3010 fps | 2816 ft·lb |
| Barnes Bullets VOR-TX | JHP | — | 130 gr | — | — |
| Barnes Bullets Harvest | SP | — | 145 gr | 2910 fps | 2727 ft·lb |
| Federal Premium | SP | — | 127 gr | — | — |
| Federal Custom Rifle Ammo | — | — | 130 gr | 3025 fps | — |
| Federal Fusion | SP | — | 140 gr | — | — |
| Federal Terminal Ascent | — | — | 140 gr | — | — |
| Federal Premium | SP | — | 143 gr | 2900 fps | 2670 ft·lb |
| Fiocchi Hyperformance | JHP | — | 120 gr | 3070 fps | — |
| Hornady V-Match | SP | — | 100 gr | — | — |
| Hornady American Whitetail | — | — | 129 gr | — | — |
| Remington Ammunition Premier | — | — | 130 gr | 2970 fps | 2546 ft·lb |
| Remington Ammunition Core-Lokt | SP | — | 140 gr | — | — |
| Remington Ammunition Remington Ammunition R20043 6.5PRC 140gr Core-Lokt Tipped 20 Per Box/10 Case | SP | — | 140 gr | — | — |
| Weatherby Select Plus | — | — | 124 gr | 3100 fps | 2646 ft·lb |
| Weatherby Select Plus | SP | — | 130 gr | 3025 fps | 2641 ft·lb |
| Weatherby Select Plus | — | — | 156 gr | 2850 fps | 2813 ft·lb |
Ammunition data from the catalog source. Listing is informational, not a recommendation for any use.