Lindcott Armory Compare / 6.5mm Weatherby RPM vs 6.5x47mm Lapua
Cartridge comparison
6.5mm Weatherby RPM vs 6.5x47mm Lapua
6.5x47mm Lapua is faster (3,100 vs 3,050 fps); 6.5mm Weatherby RPM carries more energy (2,690 vs 2,634 ft·lb).
6.5mm Weatherby RPM →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
6.5x47mm Lapua →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| 6.5mm Weatherby RPM | 6.5x47mm Lapua | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 2021 | 2005 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.264″ | 0.264″ |
| Case length | 2.06″ | 1.85″ |
| Velocity | 2,800–3,050 fps | 2,800–3,100 fps |
| Energy | 2,200–2,690 ft·lb | 2,140–2,634 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 65,000 psi | 63,091 psi |
| Recoil | 6–9 ft·lb | 6–9 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 800 yd | 1000 yd |
FAQs
- Is 6.5mm Weatherby RPM faster than 6.5x47mm Lapua?
- 6.5x47mm Lapua is faster — up to 3,100 fps versus 3,050 fps.
- Does 6.5mm Weatherby RPM hit harder than 6.5x47mm Lapua?
- 6.5mm Weatherby RPM carries more muzzle energy (2,690 vs 2,634 ft·lb).