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About 6mm Creedmoor Ammunition
The 6mm Creedmoor was developed to offer improved performance over the .243 Winchester in long-range shooting scenarios. It delivers flatter trajectories and better wind resistance, making it a popular choice for precision shooters and hunters alike. The cartridge is based on the 6.5 Creedmoor case, necked down to accept 6mm projectiles, providing higher velocities and consistent accuracy at extended ranges.
Types of 6mm Creedmoor Loadings
- Open Tip Match (OTM): These types of loadings will generally feature heavier projectiles and are well-suited to precision-oriented shooting. Material has been removed from these projectiles, hence the “Open-Tip Match” designation, helping achieve high velocities. While technically a hollow point, these loadings are designed for superior ballistic performance and not intended to function as standard hollow points.
- Extremely Low Drag Match (ELD Match): Loadings of this type feature premium ELD Match bullets from Hornady. These projectiles are well-suited to use cases in which precision is paramount. These projectiles feature boat tail bases and a variety of other features such as Hornady’s heat Shield tip and low drag bullet profile which make them well-suited to precision work.
- MatchKing HPBT
- Reduced Drag Factor (RDF)
Firearms that Use 6mm Creedmoor Ammo
The 6mm Creedmoor is chambered in various bolt-action and semi-automatic rifles, particularly those designed for long-range precision shooting. Brands such as Ruger, Savage, and Browning offer rifles specifically for this caliber. Additionally, one can build or buy an AR-10 style rifle in the caliber if they wish to go with a semi-automatic.
Use Cases for 6mm Creedmoor Ammunition
- Plinking
- Hunting
- Long-Range Shooting
- Competition
Popular Brands: 6mm Creedmoor Ammo
Caliber Name Variations
- 6mm Creedmoor
- 6mm CM
- 6mm CRDMR
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