S&B 6.5×55 SE SP 9.1 g is a traditional soft-point hunting cartridge. Its lead core and precisely engineered jacket are designed to provide controlled expansion, good weight retention and reliable performance under varied hunting conditions. Suitable for use Rifles chambered in 6.5×55 SE Hunting where permitted by current regulations Woodland and open-country use Shooters who prefer a 140-grain SP bullet Confirming a hunting rifle’s point of impact Firearms approved for 6.5×55 SE ammunition Why choose S&B 6.5×55 SE SP 9.1 g? Controlled-expansion soft-point bullet 9.10 g / 140 gr bullet weight Muzzle velocity of 793 m/s Muzzle energy of 2,861 J G1 ballistic coefficient of 0.417 Manufacturer-calculated MRD of 163 m Factory brass case Traditional 140-grain 6.5×55 SE loading 20 cartridges per box Technical specifications Calibre: 6.5×55 SE Bullet type: SP / Soft Point Bullet construction: Jacketed lead-core soft point Bullet action: Expanding Bullet weight: 9.10 g / 140 gr Jacket material: CuZn 10 Sectional density: 0.287 lb/in² Ballistic coefficient: G1 0.417 / G7 0.210 Complete-cartridge weight: 23.5 g Cartridge length: 75.30 mm Case: Factory brass +P loading: No Estimated power factor: 364.3 kgr·fps Test-barrel length: 600 mm Manufacturer-suggested use: Hunting Manufacturer-listed features: Accurate, reliable and rapid controlled expansion Ballistic data Muzzle: 793 m/s and 2,861 J 100 m: 723 m/s and 2,376 J 200 m: 656 m/s and 1,959 J 300 m: 593 m/s and 1,601 J 400 m: 534 m/s and 1,295 J The manufacturer’s figures were obtained with a 600 mm test barrel. Actual performance depends on the rifle, barrel length, ammunition lot and atmospheric conditions. Trajectory reference data Manufacturer-published points of impact with a 100 m zero: 50 m: –0.4 cm 100 m: 0.0 cm 200 m: –13.8 cm 300 m: –50.6 cm 400 m: –115.3 cm The manufacturer-calculated MRD is 163 m. MRD trajectory reference: 50 m: +1.5 cm 100 m: +3.8 cm 200 m: –6.2 cm 300 m: –39.1 cm 400 m: –100.0 cm Packaging Cartridges per box: 20 Boxes per shipping case: 20 Cartridges per shipping case: 400 Box dimensions: 81.5 × 133.5 × 28.5 mm Approximate box weight: 0.53 kg Frequently asked questions Can this SP load be used for target shooting? It can be used for zeroing and point-of-impact confirmation, but its expanding bullet is primarily intended for hunting. FMJ or match ammunition is normally more economical for regular range practice. Can 6.5×55 SE be used in a 6.5 Creedmoor rifle? No. The cartridges are not interchangeable. Always check the firearm’s calibre marking and instruction manual. What does 140 gr mean? Grain is a unit of bullet weight. The 140-grain bullet used in this loading weighs 9.1 grams. Is the 163 m MRD a maximum hunting range? No. MRD is a trajectory-based calculation. A suitable hunting distance depends on the rifle, shooter, species, impact energy and current regulations. Recommended products S&B 6.5×55 SE SP 10.1 g S&B 6.5×55 SE TXRG 7.8 g lead-free ammunition S&B 6.5×55 SE FMJ 8.0 g training ammunition Riflescopes and suitable scope mounts Targets, hearing protection and cleaning equipment When is S&B 6.5×55 SE SP 9.1 g the right choice? This cartridge suits shooters looking for a traditional 140-grain hunting load for a 6.5×55 SE rifle. Its SP bullet is designed for controlled expansion and substantial weight retention. The 8.5 g SP provides a lighter alternative, while the 10.1 g SP is the heavier option. Select a compatible TXRG load where a lead-free bullet is preferred or required. Expert recommendation Confirm accuracy, feeding and point of impact in the intended rifle before hunting. Changing bullet weight or construction can shift the point of impact even when the calibre and manufacturer remain unchanged. Use this ammunition only in a firearm specifically marked for 6.5×55 SE. Always follow current bullet-construction and minimum-energy requirements for the intended species. A traditional 140-grain 6.5×55 SE hunting load S&B 6.5×55 SE SP 9.1 g combines controlled expansion with a listed muzzle velocity of 793 m/s and 2,861 J of muzzle energy. It is a versatile traditional soft-point hunting cartridge.
S&B 6.5×55 SE SP 9.1 g is a traditional soft-point hunting cartridge. Its lead core and precisely engineered jacket are designed to provide controlled expansion, good weight retention and reliable performance under varied hunting conditions. Suitable for use Rifles chambered in 6.5×55 SE Hunting where permitted by current regulations Woodland and open-country use Shooters who prefer a 140-grain SP bullet Confirming a hunting rifle’s point of impact Firearms approved for 6.5×55 SE ammunition Why choose S&B 6.5×55 SE SP 9.1 g? Controlled-expansion soft-point bullet 9.10 g / 140 gr bullet weight Muzzle velocity of 793 m/s Muzzle energy of 2,861 J G1 ballistic coefficient of 0.417 Manufacturer-calculated MRD of 163 m Factory brass case Traditional 140-grain 6.5×55 SE loading 20 cartridges per box Technical specifications Calibre: 6.5×55 SE Bullet type: SP / Soft Point Bullet construction: Jacketed lead-core soft point Bullet action: Expanding Bullet weight: 9.10 g / 140 gr Jacket material: CuZn 10 Sectional density: 0.287 lb/in² Ballistic coefficient: G1 0.417 / G7 0.210 Complete-cartridge weight: 23.5 g Cartridge length: 75.30 mm Case: Factory brass +P loading: No Estimated power factor: 364.3 kgr·fps Test-barrel length: 600 mm Manufacturer-suggested use: Hunting Manufacturer-listed features: Accurate, reliable and rapid controlled expansion Ballistic data Muzzle: 793 m/s and 2,861 J 100 m: 723 m/s and 2,376 J 200 m: 656 m/s and 1,959 J 300 m: 593 m/s and 1,601 J 400 m: 534 m/s and 1,295 J The manufacturer’s figures were obtained with a 600 mm test barrel. Actual performance depends on the rifle, barrel length, ammunition lot and atmospheric conditions. Trajectory reference data Manufacturer-published points of impact with a 100 m zero: 50 m: –0.4 cm 100 m: 0.0 cm 200 m: –13.8 cm 300 m: –50.6 cm 400 m: –115.3 cm The manufacturer-calculated MRD is 163 m. MRD trajectory reference: 50 m: +1.5 cm 100 m: +3.8 cm 200 m: –6.2 cm 300 m: –39.1 cm 400 m: –100.0 cm Packaging Cartridges per box: 20 Boxes per shipping case: 20 Cartridges per shipping case: 400 Box dimensions: 81.5 × 133.5 × 28.5 mm Approximate box weight: 0.53 kg Frequently asked questions Can this SP load be used for target shooting? It can be used for zeroing and point-of-impact confirmation, but its expanding bullet is primarily intended for hunting. FMJ or match ammunition is normally more economical for regular range practice. Can 6.5×55 SE be used in a 6.5 Creedmoor rifle? No. The cartridges are not interchangeable. Always check the firearm’s calibre marking and instruction manual. What does 140 gr mean? Grain is a unit of bullet weight. The 140-grain bullet used in this loading weighs 9.1 grams. Is the 163 m MRD a maximum hunting range? No. MRD is a trajectory-based calculation. A suitable hunting distance depends on the rifle, shooter, species, impact energy and current regulations. Recommended products S&B 6.5×55 SE SP 10.1 g S&B 6.5×55 SE TXRG 7.8 g lead-free ammunition S&B 6.5×55 SE FMJ 8.0 g training ammunition Riflescopes and suitable scope mounts Targets, hearing protection and cleaning equipment When is S&B 6.5×55 SE SP 9.1 g the right choice? This cartridge suits shooters looking for a traditional 140-grain hunting load for a 6.5×55 SE rifle. Its SP bullet is designed for controlled expansion and substantial weight retention. The 8.5 g SP provides a lighter alternative, while the 10.1 g SP is the heavier option. Select a compatible TXRG load where a lead-free bullet is preferred or required. Expert recommendation Confirm accuracy, feeding and point of impact in the intended rifle before hunting. Changing bullet weight or construction can shift the point of impact even when the calibre and manufacturer remain unchanged. Use this ammunition only in a firearm specifically marked for 6.5×55 SE. Always follow current bullet-construction and minimum-energy requirements for the intended species. A traditional 140-grain 6.5×55 SE hunting load S&B 6.5×55 SE SP 9.1 g combines controlled expansion with a listed muzzle velocity of 793 m/s and 2,861 J of muzzle energy. It is a versatile traditional soft-point hunting cartridge.
