The Nosler Match Grade 6.5-284 Norma 20-round box (Nosler part no. 44166) loads a 140-grain HPBT Custom Competition bullet into Nosler Premium Brass. Nosler describes Match Grade ammunition as loaded with Custom Competition bullets for one of the most accurate match rifle ammunitions on the market. The hollow point gives a small meplat for reduced drag and increased aerodynamic efficiency, and the pronounced boat-tail adds flight characteristics over a wide range of velocities. Nosler lists a muzzle velocity of 2750 fps and 2350 ft-lbs of energy from a 24-inch test barrel with a 1-9 twist, aimed at target and match shooting.

Key Specifications

• Cartridge is 6.5-284 Norma, the chambering this Match Grade load is built for.
• Bullet weight is 140 grains, the weight Nosler lists for this load.
• The bullet is the HPBT Custom Competition, a hollow point boat-tail match design.
• Muzzle velocity is 2750 fps from a 24-inch test barrel, the barrel length Nosler used for its ballistic table.
• Muzzle energy is 2350 ft-lbs, falling to 1190 ft-lbs at 500 yards on that table.
• Velocity at 500 yards is 1957 fps, a useful figure for long-range shooters building a drop chart.
• Box quantity is 20 rounds, the count Nosler lists for this load.

Frequently Asked Questions

What bullet is in this Nosler 6.5-284 Norma load? A 140-grain HPBT Custom Competition, a hollow point boat-tail bullet loaded in Nosler Premium Brass.

What is the muzzle velocity? Nosler lists 2750 fps at the muzzle, measured from a 24-inch barrel with a 1-9 twist.

How many rounds are in the box? The box holds 20 rounds.

Buy the Nosler Match Grade 6.5-284 Norma 140gr HPBT Custom Competition Ammunition, 20-Round Box

Match shooters who run a 6.5-284 Norma can drop a factory load with a Custom Competition bullet straight into the rifle. Order from rifle ammunition and we will ship it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop with fast, insured shipping.