The Nosler Expansion Tip (E-Tip) 6mm 90gr bullet (Nosler part no. 59165) is a lead-free spitzer-point rifle bullet built for handloaders who need to meet stringent lead-free hunting regulations without giving up performance. Nosler’s proprietary E² Cavity ensures immediate, uniform expansion while preserving 95 percent of the bullet’s weight across a wide range of impact velocities, matching the terminal performance of premium lead-core bullets. The boat-tail base and spitzer profile, combined with a sleek polymer tip, add long-range accuracy on top of the environmentally conscious construction. This bullet requires a minimum 1-9 inch twist barrel.

Key Specifications

• Sized for 6mm rifle cartridges, a popular varmint and medium-game caliber family.
• Weighs 90 grains, a lighter-for-caliber weight favoring flat trajectories.
• Built as a lead-free bullet, meeting hunting regulations that require non-lead projectiles.
• Uses Nosler’s E² Cavity design, delivering immediate, uniform expansion and 95-percent weight retention.
• Requires a minimum 1-9 inch twist barrel for proper stabilization.
• Packaged 50 bullets per box, sized for a full handloading session.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this bullet lead-free? Yes, it’s built with Nosler’s lead-free E-Tip construction to meet stringent hunting regulations.

What twist rate does it require? A minimum 1-9 inch twist barrel is required for proper stabilization.

How much weight does it retain on impact? Nosler’s E² Cavity design preserves approximately 95 percent of the bullet’s original weight.

Buy the Nosler E-Tip 6mm 90gr Lead-Free Spitzer Bullets

Nosler built the E-Tip line for handloaders who need lead-free performance without compromise. Shop our reloading bullets selection and order today for fast, insured shipping from our Lubbock, Texas shop.