Load data for 6.5 Creedmoor + 144gr Lapua FMJ Boat Tail
The most recommended powders for this combination are Vihtavuori N555 and ReloadSwiss RS 52.
Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 1.920 in / 48.77 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.825 in / 71.76 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 63,092 PSI / 4,350 bar.

Based on C.I.P., the max. allowed case length is 1.920 in / 48.77 mm, the max. cartridge length is 2.825 in / 71.76 mm, and the max. allowed pressure is 63,092 PSI / 4,350 bar.

Load Specifications
ImperialMetric
Bullet:.264 | 144gr | FMJ Boat Tail
Cartridge:6.5 Creedmoor load data
Case Length (L3):1.920" | 48.8 mm
Cartridge Length (COL/L6):•••
Seated Depth:0.503" | 12.8 mm
Case Capacity:52.5 gow | 3.40 cm³
Primer Size:Large Rifle (LR)
Max. Pressure (C.I.P.):63,092 psi | 4,350 bar
Barrel Length:24.0" | 610 mm
Min. Twist Rate:1:9.5
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Community Loads for 6.5 Creedmoor + 144gr Lapua FMJ Boat Tail
Real loads for this combination shared by our community. Charge weights are only fully visible with an active Pro licence.
| Powder | Charge (gr) | C.O.L. | Barrel Length | Velocity (fps) | Pressure (psi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 37.0 gr | 2.783" | 24.0" | 2503 fps | ••• | |
| 40.0 gr | 2.783" | 24.0" | 2671 fps | ••• | |
| 35.3 gr | 2.717" | 25.5" | 2419 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.717" | 25.5" | 2654 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.717" | 25.5" | 2437 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.717" | 25.5" | 2368 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.825" | 26.0" | 2490 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.717" | 25.5" | 2614 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.835" | 18.0" | 2539 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.835" | 18.0" | 2543 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.717" | 25.5" | 2388 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.717" | 25.5" | 2664 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.717" | 25.5" | 2347 fps | ••• | |
| ••• | 2.717" | 25.5" | 2606 fps | ••• | |
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