Lindcott Armory Compare / 6.5 Grendel vs 6mm ARC
Cartridge comparison
6.5 Grendel vs 6mm ARC
6mm ARC is faster (2,950 vs 2,700 fps); 6mm ARC carries more energy (1,950 vs 1,600 ft·lb); 6.5 Grendel recoils less.
6.5 Grendel →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
6mm ARC →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| 6.5 Grendel | 6mm ARC | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 2003 | 2020 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.264″ | 0.243″ |
| Case length | 1.52″ | 1.491″ |
| Velocity | 2,400–2,700 fps | 2,750–2,950 fps |
| Energy | 1,200–1,600 ft·lb | 1,700–1,950 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 52,000 psi | 52,000 psi |
| Recoil | 5–8 ft·lb | 6–9 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 800 yd | 1000 yd |
FAQs
- Is 6.5 Grendel faster than 6mm ARC?
- 6mm ARC is faster — up to 2,950 fps versus 2,700 fps.
- Does 6.5 Grendel hit harder than 6mm ARC?
- 6mm ARC carries more muzzle energy (1,950 vs 1,600 ft·lb).