Sellier & Bellot 6.5 Creedmoor rifle ammunition (brand part no. SB65D) loads a 156-grain soft point bullet in a brass case, a heavier-than-typical 6.5 Creedmoor weight built for hunters who want dependable expansion on deer-size game. The soft lead tip peels back on impact while the copper jacket holds the bullet together, giving a controlled mushroom rather than fragmenting apart before it reaches the vitals. Sellier & Bellot has manufactured ammunition in the Czech Republic for over a century, and this loading brings that manufacturing consistency to one of the most popular hunting cartridges on the market today. For 6.5 Creedmoor hunters who want a dependable soft point at an accessible price, this rifle ammunition from Sellier & Bellot is built for exactly that.
Key Specifications
- The chambering is 6.5 Creedmoor, a flat-shooting, mild-recoiling hunting cartridge.
- The bullet weighs 156 grains, heavier than typical 6.5 Creedmoor loadings.
- The bullet is a soft point, expanding reliably on impact for a clean kill.
- The copper jacket holds the bullet together as the lead tip peels back, controlling expansion.
- Case material is brass.
- Sellier & Bellot has manufactured ammunition for over a century, backing this load with proven consistency.
- Each box holds 20 rounds.
- Boxes are packaged 25 to a case for shooters buying in volume.
- Cost runs about $1.03 per round at this listing price.
Frequently Asked Questions
What game is this bullet built for? Deer-size big game; the 156-grain soft point expands reliably for a clean, effective kill.
How does a soft point expand? The exposed lead tip peels back on impact while the copper jacket holds the bullet together, producing a controlled mushroom rather than fragmentation.
Is 156gr heavy for 6.5 Creedmoor? Yes, it runs heavier than the common 120-140gr Creedmoor loadings, trading a touch of trajectory for more retained weight on game.
Buy the Sellier & Bellot 6.5 Creedmoor 156gr Soft Point Rifle Ammunition
A heavier soft point in 6.5 Creedmoor gives hunters more retained weight on deer-size game without stepping up to a harder-kicking cartridge. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast shipping straight to your door.
