Amazing how since it's creation in 1893 the 6.5x55 has successfully been taking moose all over Scandinavia. If "Karamojo Bell " just before & just after 1900 took over 400 head of every size of African plains game plus elephant with the 6.5x54MS driving a 160gr RN of the time at 2250fps. . Why is it being asked if a 6.5 anything with the considerably tougher bullets available today can take heavy tough game. The rest of the word has know for over 125 yrs of the dependably of the 6.5 on heavy game. Why are US shooters just now realizing it. The answer to the OP's question is an absolute "YES". I have been using the 6.5x308 wildcat ( before Rem ever brought out the 260 ) with the Barnes original 120gr X & now the TSX to take elk. Complete penetration even thru heavy bone. Use it with confidence.
