Cartridge comparison
6.5-284 Norma vs 6.5 Creedmoor
6.5-284 Norma and 6.5 Creedmoor are both in the reference; see the full spec comparison below.
Side by side
| 6.5-284 Norma | 6.5 Creedmoor | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 2003 | 2007 |
| Bullet diameter | 0.2642″ | 0.2642″ |
| Case length | 2.1701″ | 1.9201″ |
| Max pressure | 58,000 psi | 62,000 psi |
| Recoil | 12–16 ft·lb | 11–15 ft·lb |
| Effective range | 1000 yd | 1200 yd |
Highlighted cells hold the clear edge where both sides have a number. Every figure is a range maximum from the reference; typical loads run lower.
Case profiles, to scale
Drawn to the same scale, so the proportions are true. Physical size varies with your screen.