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Sierra 6.5mm 140gr Spitzer Boat Tail #1730

$119.00 incl GST

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Sierra, 6.5mm

Specifications

brand: Sierra
caliber: 264cal
grains: 140gr

Description

Sierra 6.5mm 140gr Spitzer Boat Tail #1730

The most effective 6.5 mm long-range hunting bullet is this one. This bullet is extremely unique due to its exceptional accuracy, superb ballistic form, and suitable weight for medium and heavy animals. It has a flat trajectory, excellent crosswind and vertical wind resistance, and good downrange energy delivery. The bullet performs admirably when fired from any 6.5 mm cartridge with a medium to high powder capacity, but magnum rifles loaded to their maximum hunting capacity are where it truly shines.

Specifications:

⁍ Brand: Sierra
⁍ Bullet Caliber: 6.5mm (.264")
⁍ Grain Weight: 140 Grains
⁍ Quantity: 100 Bullet
⁍ Bullet Style: Spitzer Boat Tail
⁍ G1 Ballistic Coefficient: 0.495
⁍ Sectional Density: 0.287
⁍ SKU: 1730

 

Best Suited For

  • 🦌 Medium to large game hunting (deer, pigs, goats, similar game)
  • 🌄 Long-range hunting applications
  • 🎯 Precision hunting reloads
  • 💨 Wind-resistant shooting conditions

Common compatible cartridges:

  • 6.5 Creedmoor
  • .260 Remington
  • 6.5x55 Swedish
  • 6.5 PRC

When To Use It

Use this projectile when:

  • You need deep penetration with controlled expansion
  • Shooting at medium to long ranges (200–600m+)
  • Hunting where wind drift and energy retention matter
  • Using standard or magnum 6.5mm cartridges

Avoid using it for:

  • Small varmints (overpowered)
  • Ultra-short range where rapid expansion is preferred

Technical Information

  • Caliber: .264 (6.5mm)
  • Bullet Weight: 140 grains
  • Bullet Type: Spitzer Boat Tail (SBT)
  • Product Line: GameKing
  • Ballistic Coefficient (G1): ~0.495
  • Sectional Density: 0.287
  • Construction: Jacketed soft-point hunting bullet
  • Typical Quantity: 100 per box

Performance Notes

  • High BC provides excellent long-range efficiency and wind resistance
  • High sectional density supports deep penetration on game
  • Designed for reliable expansion and energy transfer on impact
  • Performs especially well in higher-velocity cartridges (e.g., magnum loads)

FAQs

❓ Is this a hunting or target bullet?

It is a dedicated hunting bullet, optimized for game performance rather than match shooting.

❓ What game is it suitable for?

Ideal for:

  • Deer
  • Goats
  • Pigs
  • Similar-sized medium game

With proper shot placement, it can handle larger animals within reasonable distances.

❓ Why is 140gr popular in 6.5mm?

140gr bullets offer:

  • Excellent balance of velocity and penetration
  • High sectional density (0.287) for deep penetration
  • Strong long-range performance

❓ What twist rate is required?

Most modern rifles with 1:8 to 1:9 twist stabilize this bullet well.

Delivery and Compliance

Shipping

  • Available through NZ firearms and reloading retailers
  • Typically requires age verification (18+)

Legal & Compliance (NZ)

  • Classified as a projectile component (not loaded ammunition)
  • Generally no firearms licence required to purchase projectiles
  • Retailer policies may vary

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