Cartridge comparison
6.5 Creedmoor vs 7.62x51mm NATO
6.5 Creedmoor and 7.62x51mm NATO are both in the reference; see the full spec comparison below.
Side by side
| 6.5 Creedmoor | 7.62x51mm NATO | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 2007 | 1954 |
| Bullet diameter | 0.2642″ | 0.3079″ |
| Case length | 1.9201″ | 2.015″ |
| Max pressure | 62,000 psi | 60,191 psi |
| Recoil | 11–15 ft·lb | — |
| Effective range | 1200 yd | 800 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.