Blackout Ammunition 6.5 Creedmoor 100gr Hornady A-MAX, 20 Round Box

This listing covers the Blackout Ammunition 6.5 Creedmoor 100gr Hornady A-MAX, 20 Round Box. Rather than repeat the box copy, the sections below set out what the projectile does and where 6.5 Creedmoor fits.

Specifications

Cartridge	6.5 Creedmoor
Bullet weight	100 grain
Bullet diameter	.264
Typical muzzle velocity	2,700 to 3,000 fps
Usual twist rate	1:8
Platform	AR-10 or bolt
Rounds per pack	20
SKU	GA65100AMAX
Price	$45.99
Cost per round	$2.300

Also in 6.5 Creedmoor: Blackout Ammunition 6.5 Creedmoor 130gr Lehigh Controlled Chaos, 20 Round Box, Blackout Ammunition 6.5 Creedmoor 140gr Berger Hybrid Target, 20 Round Box and Blackout Ammunition 6.5 Creedmoor 142gr Sierra MatchKing, 20 Round Box.

What 6.5 CREEDMOOR is good at

High ballistic coefficient bullets hold velocity downrange, which is why it displaced .308 for competition.

Muzzle velocity for 6.5 Creedmoor typically runs 2,700 to 3,000 fps, from a AR-10 or bolt platform with a 1:8 twist. Barrel length, lot and temperature all move that figure, so verify it in your own rifle rather than relying on the box.

Bullet weight and what it costs you

At 100 grain this is on the lighter side for 6.5 Creedmoor. Lighter bullets leave the muzzle faster and shoot flatter, which helps on smaller targets and at distance, but they bleed velocity sooner and depend more on impact speed to do their job.

What you get for the money

20 rounds at $45.99 works out at $2.300 per round. A box this size suits load development, hunting stock and defensive carry rather than high volume practice.

Compliance

Ammunition is not a firearm under federal law, but shipping is restricted in a number of states and municipalities, and some require a licence or an approved recipient. Buyers must be of legal age and legally permitted to possess ammunition where they live. See our shipping and delivery page for the current detail.

Before you trust the box velocity

Do not assume box velocity applies to your barrel. Published figures usually come from long test barrels, and real rifles run slower. For 6.5 Creedmoor specifically, expect 2,700 to 3,000 fps as the published band and treat your own chronograph as the authority.

Browse more

Browse 6.5 Creedmoor ammunition for other weights and projectile types, or run your setup through the ballistics calculator.

Choosing 6.5 Creedmoor over something else

Against .308 Winchester it wins on wind drift and retained velocity while giving up frontal area and some bullet choice. Against .260 Remington the difference is mostly brass availability rather than ballistics.

Pick the cartridge that fits the shooting you actually do, not the shooting you read about.

Stock and handling

What ships is sealed factory ammunition, stored indoors and rotated so the oldest stock moves first. Packing is chosen to stop cartridges moving inside the box.

A word if you are stocking up: test before you commit. Buying a case of a load your rifle dislikes is an expensive way to learn about harmonics.

Frequently asked questions

Which twist rate does 6.5 Creedmoor need?

1:8 is standard. High ballistic coefficient bullets hold velocity downrange, which is why it displaced .308 for competition.

What velocity should I expect from 6.5 Creedmoor?

Typically 2,700 to 3,000 fps. Barrel length, temperature and lot all shift it, so chronograph your own rifle.

Why choose 100 grain?

Weight sets the trade between velocity and momentum. 100 grain is one point on that curve; the right pick depends on your barrel, your distance and your target rather than on the number itself.

What is in the pack?

20 rounds at $45.99, which is $2.300 per round.

Do you actually have this in stock?

Yes, this is held stock rather than drop shipped, and the listing comes down when it sells out.