Home Forums Reloading Big Game Rifles Good 6.5 Creedmoor loads

I did some searches and couldn't find a single source of info. Sporadic tidbits here and there. So, what have others found works with the 6.5? Accuracy, bullet effectiveness on game at 6.5 CM velocities, etc.

I've noticed a tendency for accuracy loads to be heavier, 140 for example. I have a box of factory 140 ELDs to try, along with a box of 120 GMXs. Right now I'm leaning towards a 123 or 139 Scenar, 130 VLD for plinking to ~750 yds and possibly deer and antelope (at less range).

Also, has anyone compared RL17 MV in cold temps to warm? I did in a 338-06 and it did exceptionally well. Curious if the same in the 6.5 CM.

Rifle - 8.5" twist, 23" barrel

123 Scenar, 44.5grns RL17, WLR primer, COAL 2.790, unfired Hornady Brass, 3002fps.

127 Barnes LRX, 43.8grns RL17, WLR PRIMER, COAL 2.803, unfired Hornady brass, 2988fps avg.

123 SST, 44.0grns RL17, WLR primer, COAL 2.790, unfired Hornady brass, 2977fps avg

123 AMAX, 44.0grns RL17, WLR primer, COAL 2.790, unfired Hornady brass, 3006fps avg.

125 Partition, 44.3grns RL17, WLR primer, COAL 2.770, unfired Hornady brass, 3001 fps avg.

None of the above loads showed the slightest pressure signs. In fact, I tested significantly faster loads (as much as 100fps) with zero pressure signs in all of the above loads but prudence dictated I back off to saner levels...

I've been lucky with this rifle - It was a barreled action purchased from SAS using one of Burley Boy's barrels. It shoots pretty much everything accurately, but the 123Scenars are SOOOOOOOoooo easy.

RL17 has been very temp resistant for me in the Creedmoor, loads chrony the same velocity from mid 20's to 80's. I don't have any "real" cold in AO, some people claim less favorable performance when the temps get near/below zero.

HTH

David

Thanks for the info Canazes, I am also looking for some good hunting loads as most info caters to the target boys..

Factory Hornady load data for the Creedmoor that used to be on the box.

http://www.longrangehunting.com/forums/f28/creedmoor-hornady-recipes-72233/

140gr Partition
43.5gr H4350
Fed 210
2752fps

120TTSX
44.3gr RL17
Fed 210 match
2922fps

Go to the 6.5 Creedmore forums. There's more than just reloading.

I found that after starting this. Yes, lots of good info there.

The 140 ELD-M with RL17 shoots well. Only 2630 out of a 22" barrel though.

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Shoots the factory stuff pretty good too!

Good looking loads.


Anyone try Superformance?

My buddy is using 41.9 of H4350 with 140 ELD M and getting 2700 out of a RPR. Half MOA at 1k.

I never chronied them in real cold weather, but In my experience with Reloder 17 in a .260 it has been consistent in group size and elevation adjustments in varying weather for me. It only changes about 100 degrees here from summer to winter though!!!!!!
And if it lost 100 feet a second it would still be 100 fps faster then 4350 in my gun......

Tagged for load data thanks.

I've been playing with one. For 142 SMK, I've gone to IMR4451, 41.1 grains goes 2700 fps, shoots .75 at 200. I just ordered some 123 Scenars, 140 Berger Hybrids, and have some 127 TTSX's just in case I want to whack a deer with it.

43.5 / H4350
130 Accubond
FED LRM primer
COAL - 2.795
VEL - 2753

I can get a fair amount more velocity but 43.5 is the accuracy sweet spot in my rifle. (22" tube)

I got my creedmoor two weeks ago and have yet to shoot it. Ashamed....I had it throats for ELD X Precesion Hunter. I figure I can load to that spec anyhow. I have no doubt about the rifle builder I expect sub 1/2 rifle.

Been loading with RL 17, CCI 200 Primers, Hornady brass

22" RAR Predator 6.5 Creedmoor

43 GR RL 17 140 GR Horn A Max 2744 under 1"

44 GR RL 17 130 Nosler Accubond 2850 FPS 3 @ .56"

43.5 GR RL 17 127 GR Barnes LRX around .5 " 2840 FPS

Carefull with RL 17 it does not show traditonal pressure signs.

Very impressed with the cartridge and rifle wish it was left handed.

I know. It's been 91-97 the past two weeks here in Georgia. Not enjoyable to shoot a whole lot. Any break at all in weather, I'm on it!

I just picked up a Ruger Predator rifle in 6.5 Creedmoor. Has anyone tried IMR 4064 with the 123 gr bullets? I ended up with about 2 lifetime supplies worth of 4064 and would like to find something to use it in. Was planning on starting with the 123gr Scenars.