6.5 Grendel Predator Slayer with Hornady 100 grain ELDVT

Published on October 27, 2024
Duration: 18:43

This video reviews the 6.5 Grendel cartridge, specifically testing Hornady's 100-grain ELD VT and 123-grain Black ammunition. The presenter, Joel from Precision Rifle Network, demonstrates zeroing a Maven CRS 3 4-20x50 optic on an Alexander Arms 6.5 Grendel AR-15 platform. He provides insights into accuracy at 100 and 500 yards, chronograph data, and the suitability of the 6.5 Grendel for hunting and varmint control.

Quick Summary

The 6.5 Grendel cartridge is versatile, capable for long-range plinking out to 1000 yards. For hunting, it's effective for varmints up to 400 yards, but ethical ranges for larger game like deer are limited to around 200 yards due to energy considerations.

Chapters

  1. 00:01Introduction and Rifle Setup
  2. 00:21Testing Hornady 123gr Black Ammo
  3. 01:33100 Yard Group Analysis (123gr)
  4. 01:52Switching to Hornady 100gr ELD VT
  5. 02:06How to Zero Rifle Turrets
  6. 03:03Testing Hornady 100gr ELD VT at 100 Yards
  7. 03:47100 Yard Group Analysis (100gr)
  8. 04:076.5 Grendel Hunting & Varmint Capabilities
  9. 05:03500 Yard Steel Target Engagement
  10. 06:28500 Yard Shooting Session
  11. 08:25500 Yard Target Review & Analysis
  12. 09:49100 Yard Target Review
  13. 11:34Soek Solutions ARCA Plate Review
  14. 14:14Final Thoughts on Ammo and Rifle
  15. 15:20Maven CRS 3 Optic Review
  16. 18:05Conclusion and Outro

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the accuracy of Hornady 100-grain ELD VT in a 6.5 Grendel?

In this test, the Hornady 100-grain ELD VT ammunition achieved approximately a 1 MOA group at 100 yards and a roughly 5-inch group (also around 1 MOA) at 500 yards from an 18-inch barrel Alexander Arms rifle.

How does the 6.5 Grendel perform for hunting?

The 6.5 Grendel is capable for varmint hunting out to 300-400 yards. For larger game like deer, ethical hunting ranges are likely limited to a couple hundred yards due to energy levels, especially from shorter barrels.

What are the key features of the Maven CRS 3 4-20x50 optic?

The Maven CRS 3 4-20x50 optic features toolless re-zeroing turrets and a parallax adjustment that stops at 500 yards. Its reticle uses half-mil hash marks, which the presenter found less ideal than 0.1 or 0.25 mil for precision work.

What is the difference in velocity between 100gr and 123gr 6.5 Grendel loads?

Switching from Hornady 123-grain Black to 100-grain ELD VT ammunition resulted in an approximate 100 feet per second increase in muzzle velocity from the 18-inch barrel of the tested rifle.

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