6.5 Creedmoor - 140gr Hornady SST with Varget and Superformance

Published on December 30, 2017
Duration: 21:17

This video details the reloading process for 6.5 Creedmoor using 140gr Hornady SST bullets with Hodgdon Varget and Superformance powders. It covers bullet selection, powder choices, brass and primer considerations, load data, and the loading process itself. Range testing at 100 yards provides group size and velocity data, with Varget achieving a 0.617-inch group and Superformance showing promise near 2600 fps without pressure signs.

Quick Summary

The 6.5 Creedmoor reloading test used 140gr Hornady SST bullets with Hodgdon Varget and Superformance powders. Best accuracy was 0.617 inches with Varget (36.0gr), while Superformance reached near 2600 fps without pressure signs.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Bullet Selection (140gr Hornady SST)
  2. 00:45Powder Choices: Varget vs. Superformance
  3. 01:35Brass & Primers: Starline & CCI 450
  4. 02:29Load Data & OAL Planning
  5. 04:41Reloading Process Demonstration
  6. 08:49Range Testing Setup & Rifle
  7. 10:05Results Analysis: Accuracy & Velocity

Frequently Asked Questions

What bullet is recommended for 6.5 Creedmoor reloading in this video?

The video focuses on the 140gr Hornady SST bullet for 6.5 Creedmoor. It's presented as a suitable and cost-effective option for deer hunting, featuring a plastic tip, boat tail, and cannelure.

Which powders were tested for the 6.5 Creedmoor loads?

The test utilized two Hodgdon powders: Varget, known for being fast-burning and popular for this caliber, and Superformance, a ball powder recognized for achieving high velocities.

What were the key reloading specifications used in the test?

The test used Starline small primer brass, CCI 450 primers, and set the Overall Length (OAL) to 2.690 inches. Load data ranged from 34.5-36.0 grains for Varget and 41.0-44.0 grains for Superformance.

What were the accuracy results for the tested 6.5 Creedmoor loads?

At 100 yards, the Varget load achieved a best group of 0.617 inches with 36.0 grains. The Superformance load showed promising results with a 0.787-inch group at 42.0 grains.

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