Lindcott Armory Compare / .26 Nosler vs 6.5 PRC
Cartridge comparison
.26 Nosler vs 6.5 PRC
.26 Nosler is faster (3,400 vs 2,960 fps); .26 Nosler carries more energy (3,311 vs 2,782 ft·lb); 6.5 PRC recoils less.
.26 Nosler →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–1000 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
6.5 PRC →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| .26 Nosler | 6.5 PRC | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 2014 | 2018 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.264″ | 0.264″ |
| Case length | 2.59″ | 2.03″ |
| Velocity | 3,200–3,400 fps | 2,850–2,960 fps |
| Energy | 2,934–3,311 ft·lb | 2,600–2,782 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 65,000 psi | 65,000 psi |
| Recoil | 20–28 ft·lb | 16–22 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 1200 yd | 1200 yd |
FAQs
- Is .26 Nosler faster than 6.5 PRC?
- .26 Nosler is faster — up to 3,400 fps versus 2,960 fps.
- Does .26 Nosler hit harder than 6.5 PRC?
- .26 Nosler carries more muzzle energy (3,311 vs 2,782 ft·lb).