Question 1

What is the best 6.5 Creedmoor match ammo?

Accepted Answer

Hornady ELD Match 140gr is the most popular 6.5 Creedmoor match load at $0.80–1.20/rd, with a high BC of .646 (G1). Federal Gold Medal Match 140gr Berger Hybrid and Alpha Munitions are also top-tier options. The 140gr weight class dominates long-range competition.

Question 2

How does 6.5 Creedmoor compare to .308 for long range?

Accepted Answer

6.5 Creedmoor has significantly better long-range ballistics than .308 — less wind drift, less drop, and stays supersonic past 1,200 yards vs about 900 for .308. Match 6.5 CM costs roughly the same as match .308 at $0.80–1.30/rd. It has largely replaced .308 in precision rifle competition.

Question 3

What barrel twist rate for 6.5 Creedmoor match loads?

Accepted Answer

1:8 twist is the standard for 6.5 Creedmoor and stabilizes all common match bullets from 120gr to 147gr. Some shooters prefer 1:7.5 for the heaviest 150gr+ bullets. Avoid 1:9 or slower as it may not stabilize 140gr match bullets reliably.

Product Line	Grain	Bullet	Count	Typical CPR
Hornady ELD Match	140gr	ELD-M	20	$0.85–1.20
Federal Gold Medal 6.5CM	140gr	Sierra MK	20	$0.85–1.20
Prime 6.5CM	130gr	OTM	20	$0.90–1.30

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