What is a 6.5 x55 Good For?
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What is a 6.5 x55 Good For?
The 6.5×55mm cartridge is highly esteemed as a hunting round in Europe (particularly in Scandinavia), and North America. It is used for killing most kind of game including moose in Scandinavia, while in most other countries it is used for killing deer and other medium-sized game.
What rifles are chambered in 6.5 x55?
There are a good number of rifles available in 6.5×55, including the Sako 85 and Tikka T3, the CZ-USA 557 American, the Howa Legacy and the Sauer 100 Classic.
When was the 6.5 x55 made?
The 6.5×55 cartridge was initially designed during a joint Norwegian-Swedish commission. Norway officially adopted the 6.5×55 in 1894. But for whatever reasons, history seems to have forgotten Norwegian involvement as well as the 6.5×55 Krag even though over a quarter of a million rifles were produced in Norway.
How good is a 6.5 x55 Swede?
The attraction of the 6.5×55 is it’s mild recoil and superb down-range performance. Ample bullet selection — 90 to 160 grain — gives the cartridge plenty of versatility and makes it a gem for reloaders. A higher sectional density gives the 6.5 better penetration than other caliber bullets of a similar weight.
Are 6.5 Creedmoor and 6.5 x55 the same?
6.5×55 vs 6.5 Creedmoor: Effectiveness on Game I’ve never killed anything with a Creedmoor; I’ve slain a great many critters with the Swede. However, the two rounds shoot virtually the same bullets at nearly identical velocities, so there can’t be any difference. Winner: A tie.
Is the Swedish Mauser any good?
The Swedish 6.5×55 cartridge has a superb reputation for accuracy and has always been a proven performer in the hunting field. The Swedes even use this caliber for moose in their country. I regard it as the best of all the 6.5-caliber cartridges, bar none.
What is the 6.5 Swede good for?
Combined with the very mild recoil and very good accuracy of the cartridge, the 6.5 Swede rapidly gained a reputation for effectiveness on big game like moose and reindeer. Over the years, the 6.5×55 Swede became very popular in Europe.
What ammo does a Swedish Mauser use?
6.5×55mm
Swedish Mauser
| Gevär m/96 (Model 1896 Rifle) | |
|---|---|
| Cartridge | 6.5×55mm Swedish |
| Action | Bolt action |
| Muzzle velocity | original round nose bullet rifle: 725 m/s (2,380 ft/s) carbine: 655 m/s (2,150 ft/s) |
| Effective firing range | 600 m (656 yd) (m/1938) with iron sights 800 m (875 yd) with telescopic sight |
Who made Swedish mausers?
Mauser produced 45,000 Swedish Mausers at their Oberndorf factory and the Swedes produced them under license at the Carl Gustafs and Husqvarna factories. They were still making them in 1943. IN RECENT YEARS, many were converted to 7.62 NATO by Carl Gustafs and Norma for target shooting.
How far can a Swedish Mauser shoot?
Swedish Mauser
| Gevär m/96 (Model 1896 Rifle) | |
|---|---|
| Action | Bolt action |
| Muzzle velocity | original round nose bullet rifle: 725 m/s (2,380 ft/s) carbine: 655 m/s (2,150 ft/s) |
| Effective firing range | 600 m (656 yd) (m/1938) with iron sights 800 m (875 yd) with telescopic sight |
| Feed system | 5-round stripper clip, internal magazine |
