Description
The Norma Oryx 6.5 Creedmoor 156 Grain is a premium all-round hunting load featuring Norma’s proven Oryx bonded soft-point bullet.
The Oryx bullet is designed for controlled expansion, high weight retention and deep penetration. Its bonded construction helps the bullet maintain its integrity during penetration while providing reliable expansion on impact. Norma describes Oryx as a versatile all-round hunting bullet suitable for a wide range of hunting applications.
The 156-grain (10.1 g) projectile has a G1 ballistic coefficient of 0.348. Norma lists a muzzle velocity of approximately 780 m/s (2,559 fps) and muzzle energy of 3,072 J (2,268 ft-lb), based on a 610 mm / 24″ barrel.
The 6.5 Creedmoor was developed as a long-range target cartridge and has become widely popular for hunting due to the 6.5 mm bullet’s combination of sectional density and ballistic performance.
Key Specifications
- Calibre: 6.5 Creedmoor
- Bullet Weight: 156 grains / 10.1 g
- Bullet Type: Oryx Bonded Soft Point
- Ballistic Coefficient: G1 0.348
- Muzzle Velocity: 780 m/s / 2,559 fps*
- Muzzle Energy: 3,072 J / 2,268 ft-lb*
- Quantity: 20 rounds
- Product No.: 20166442
*Manufacturer figures based on a 610 mm / 24″ barrel.
