6.5 Creedmoor - 130gr Sierra Game King with RL17 and W760

Published on January 30, 2018
Duration: 27:21

This video details the process of handloading 6.5 Creedmoor ammunition using the 130-grain Sierra Game King bullet with two different powders: Hodgdon ReLoder 17 and Winchester 760. The instructor meticulously outlines the steps from brass preparation and priming to powder charging, bullet seating, and range testing. He provides detailed velocity and group size data for various charge weights, while also discussing pressure signs and the importance of consistent barrel temperature. The results indicate that the 130gr Sierra Game King is a highly accurate and effective hunting bullet for the 6.5 Creedmoor, performing well with both tested powders.

Quick Summary

Reloading 6.5 Creedmoor with the 130gr Sierra Game King bullet using ReLoder 17 and Winchester 760 powders yields excellent accuracy, with sub-MOA groups consistently achieved. Recommended charge weights and seating depths are provided, along with observations on velocity and pressure signs. The CCI No. 41 primer is favored for its hard cup to reduce primer cratering in the Thompson Center Compass rifle.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to 6.5 Creedmoor Hunting Loads
  2. 01:04Focus on 130gr Sierra Game King Bullet
  3. 01:35Throat Erosion Measurement Discussion
  4. 03:57Brass and Primer Selection (Starline, CCI 41)
  5. 05:26Load Data: ReLoder 17 and Winchester 760
  6. 06:51Overall Length and Bullet Seating
  7. 08:59Bullet Seating Process
  8. 11:43Range Setup and Firearm Details
  9. 12:58Warm-up Shots and Range Conditions
  10. 13:04Shooting ReLoder 17 Loads (42.0 - 43.2 Grains)
  11. 18:11Shooting Winchester 760 Loads (43.2 - 44.8 Grains)
  12. 22:36Brass Inspection and Pressure Sign Analysis
  13. 23:51Group Size and Performance Analysis
  14. 25:17Bullet Ballistics and Hunting Application
  15. 26:11Conclusion and Future Testing Plans

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the recommended powders for reloading 6.5 Creedmoor with 130gr Sierra Game King bullets?

The video suggests Hodgdon ReLoder 17 and Winchester 760 as effective powders for the 6.5 Creedmoor when using the 130gr Sierra Game King bullet. Both powders yielded excellent accuracy and good velocities within safe pressure limits.

What is the optimal overall length for 6.5 Creedmoor reloads with the 130gr Sierra Game King?

The target overall length for these reloads is 2.700 inches. This provides a small jump to the lands in the Thompson Center Compass rifle, which has experienced some throat erosion, estimated at 0.023 inches after 600 rounds.

How does the 130gr Sierra Game King perform as a hunting bullet in 6.5 Creedmoor?

The 130gr Sierra Game King demonstrated excellent accuracy, producing sub-MOA groups. Its performance is considered suitable for deer hunting at 200-300 yards, despite its lower ballistic coefficient compared to match bullets.

What primers are recommended for 6.5 Creedmoor reloads in a Thompson Center Compass?

The CCI No. 41 primer is recommended due to its hard cup, which helps mitigate primer cratering often seen with the Thompson Center Compass. While some cratering may still occur, it's less severe than with softer primers.

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