Lindcott Armory Compare / 6.5 PRC vs 6.5mm Weatherby RPM
Cartridge comparison
6.5 PRC vs 6.5mm Weatherby RPM
6.5mm Weatherby RPM is faster (3,050 vs 2,960 fps); 6.5 PRC carries more energy (2,782 vs 2,690 ft·lb); 6.5mm Weatherby RPM recoils less.
6.5 PRC →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
6.5mm Weatherby RPM →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| 6.5 PRC | 6.5mm Weatherby RPM | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 2018 | 2021 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.264″ | 0.264″ |
| Case length | 2.03″ | 2.06″ |
| Velocity | 2,850–2,960 fps | 2,800–3,050 fps |
| Energy | 2,600–2,782 ft·lb | 2,200–2,690 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 65,000 psi | 65,000 psi |
| Recoil | 16–22 ft·lb | 6–9 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 1200 yd | 800 yd |
FAQs
- Is 6.5 PRC faster than 6.5mm Weatherby RPM?
- 6.5mm Weatherby RPM is faster — up to 3,050 fps versus 2,960 fps.
- Does 6.5 PRC hit harder than 6.5mm Weatherby RPM?
- 6.5 PRC carries more muzzle energy (2,782 vs 2,690 ft·lb).