Lindcott Armory Compare / 6.5 Creedmoor vs 6.5 Grendel
Cartridge comparison
6.5 Creedmoor vs 6.5 Grendel
6.5 Creedmoor is faster (3,000 vs 2,700 fps); 6.5 Creedmoor carries more energy (2,400 vs 1,600 ft·lb); 6.5 Grendel recoils less.
6.5 Creedmoor →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
6.5 Grendel →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| 6.5 Creedmoor | 6.5 Grendel | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 2007 | 2003 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.264″ | 0.264″ |
| Case length | 1.92″ | 1.52″ |
| Velocity | 2,700–3,000 fps | 2,400–2,700 fps |
| Energy | 1,800–2,400 ft·lb | 1,200–1,600 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 62,000 psi | 52,000 psi |
| Recoil | 11–15 ft·lb | 5–8 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 1200 yd | 800 yd |
FAQs
- Is 6.5 Creedmoor faster than 6.5 Grendel?
- 6.5 Creedmoor is faster — up to 3,000 fps versus 2,700 fps.
- Does 6.5 Creedmoor hit harder than 6.5 Grendel?
- 6.5 Creedmoor carries more muzzle energy (2,400 vs 1,600 ft·lb).