Lindcott Armory Compare / 6.5 Creedmoor vs 7.62x51mm NATO
Cartridge comparison
6.5 Creedmoor vs 7.62x51mm NATO
6.5 Creedmoor is faster (3,000 vs 2,900 fps); 7.62x51mm NATO carries more energy (3,088 vs 2,400 ft·lb).
6.5 Creedmoor →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
7.62x51mm NATO →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| 6.5 Creedmoor | 7.62x51mm NATO | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 2007 | 1954 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.264″ | 0.308″ |
| Case length | 1.92″ | 2.015″ |
| Velocity | 2,700–3,000 fps | 2,600–2,900 fps |
| Energy | 1,800–2,400 ft·lb | 2,469–3,088 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 62,000 psi | 60,191 psi |
| Recoil | 11–15 ft·lb | — |
| Eff. range | 1200 yd | 800 yd |
FAQs
- Is 6.5 Creedmoor faster than 7.62x51mm NATO?
- 6.5 Creedmoor is faster — up to 3,000 fps versus 2,900 fps.
- Does 6.5 Creedmoor hit harder than 7.62x51mm NATO?
- 7.62x51mm NATO carries more muzzle energy (3,088 vs 2,400 ft·lb).