The Hornady Superformance 6.5 Creedmoor 129gr SST, 20-Round Box (brand part no. 81496) is a 6.5 Creedmoor hunting load from Hornady, built to put big game down cleanly and ethically. Each round drives a 129-grain SST polymer-tip bullet. It is a dependable option for anyone stocking up on rifle ammunition. Hornady backs the load with consistent quality control from lot to lot, so what you pattern or zero with today is what ships in the next case.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is 6.5 Creedmoor, a chambering with the reach and energy for deer-sized game and larger.
• The bullet weighs 129 grains, enough mass to drive deep and transfer energy on game.
• The bullet is a SST polymer-tip, a polymer tip that initiates expansion instantly on impact.
• The polymer tip is what triggers such fast expansion on impact, initiating the wound channel instantly instead of relying on velocity alone.
• The case is Brass, the reliable standard for consistent chambering and reloading.
• Each box holds 20 rounds, plenty to sight in and still head to the stand with a full load.
• Cost per round runs about $1.95, useful for budgeting a range day or a season of practice.
• The box ships at about 1.05 lb, handy for estimating flat-rate shipping on a bulk order.
• A case holds 10 boxes (200 rounds total), letting you order in bulk without repeat checkouts.

Frequently Asked Questions

What game is the 129gr SST polymer-tip suited for? With 6.5 Creedmoor performance behind a SST polymer-tip, it’s well matched to deer-sized game.

Does the SST polymer-tip bullet expand on impact? Yes, it’s engineered to expand reliably on impact for a wider wound channel and faster energy transfer.

What is the case made of? It uses a brass case, the reliable standard for consistent chambering and reloading.

Hornady Superformance 6.5 Creedmoor For Sale

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