Lindcott Armory Compare / 6.5x55mm Swedish vs 6.5x65mm RWS
Cartridge comparison
6.5x55mm Swedish vs 6.5x65mm RWS
6.5x65mm RWS is faster (3,100 vs 2,900 fps); 6.5x65mm RWS carries more energy (3,100 vs 2,650 ft·lb); 6.5x65mm RWS recoils less.
6.5x55mm Swedish →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
6.5x65mm RWS →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| 6.5x55mm Swedish | 6.5x65mm RWS | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 1894 | 1996 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.264″ | 0.264″ |
| Case length | 2.165″ | 2.559″ |
| Velocity | 2,600–2,900 fps | 2,800–3,100 fps |
| Energy | 2,200–2,650 ft·lb | 2,200–3,100 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 55,000 psi | 60,191 psi |
| Recoil | 12–16 ft·lb | 8–12 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 1000 yd | 400 yd |
FAQs
- Is 6.5x55mm Swedish faster than 6.5x65mm RWS?
- 6.5x65mm RWS is faster — up to 3,100 fps versus 2,900 fps.
- Does 6.5x55mm Swedish hit harder than 6.5x65mm RWS?
- 6.5x65mm RWS carries more muzzle energy (3,100 vs 2,650 ft·lb).