Lindcott Armory Compare / 6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum vs 6.5mm Weatherby RPM
Cartridge comparison
6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum vs 6.5mm Weatherby RPM
6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum is faster (3,531 vs 3,050 fps); 6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum carries more energy (3,507 vs 2,690 ft·lb).
6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–1000 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
6.5mm Weatherby RPM →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| 6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum | 6.5mm Weatherby RPM | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 2016 | 2021 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.264″ | 0.264″ |
| Case length | 2.825″ | 2.06″ |
| Velocity | 3,200–3,531 fps | 2,800–3,050 fps |
| Energy | 3,037–3,507 ft·lb | 2,200–2,690 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 65,000 psi | 65,000 psi |
| Recoil | 6–9 ft·lb | 6–9 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 700 yd | 800 yd |
FAQs
- Is 6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum faster than 6.5mm Weatherby RPM?
- 6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum is faster — up to 3,531 fps versus 3,050 fps.
- Does 6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum hit harder than 6.5mm Weatherby RPM?
- 6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum carries more muzzle energy (3,507 vs 2,690 ft·lb).