Cartridge comparison
6.5 Grendel vs 6.5x39mm (CIP)
6.5 Grendel and 6.5x39mm (CIP) are both in the reference; see the full spec comparison below.
Side by side
| 6.5 Grendel | 6.5x39mm (CIP) | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 2003 | 2013 |
| Bullet diameter | 0.2642″ | 0.2638″ |
| Case length | 1.5201″ | 1.5354″ |
| Max pressure | 52,000 psi | 59,466 psi |
| Recoil | 5–8 ft·lb | 5.2–6 ft·lb |
| Effective range | 800 yd | 300 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.
