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The Berger Elite Hunter 6.5 PRC ammunition pairs the cartridge's high velocity with one of the most respected hunting bullets in the game. Each round loads a 140 grain hollow point boat tail projectile at 3109 fps, delivering solid energy and flat trajectories that hunters rely on when the shot counts.
Berger's Elite Hunter bullets are built with the same match-grade precision that made them famous in competitive shooting, then adapted for hunting with a slightly thinner jacket. The hybrid ogive design balances tangent and secant profiles to minimize seating depth sensitivity and wind drift. You get a 0.606 G1 ballistic coefficient, which means this load stays supersonic and stable at extended ranges. The boat tail profile adds aerodynamic efficiency, especially when velocities start dropping at distance.
The thinner J4 Precision jacket is engineered to penetrate 2 to 3 inches before expanding, then create a massive wound cavity up to 15 inches deep. This design delivers the energy transfer hunters need without over-penetrating. Field reports from long-range hunters consistently show that these bullets expand reliably and drop animals quickly when placed in the vitals.
Each box contains 20 rounds of premium factory ammunition loaded in brass cases. The consistent core and jacket manufacturing means you won't have to sort by weight or worry about inconsistent velocities between rounds. That translates to better accuracy and more predictable drops downrange, which matters when you're hunting at 400-plus yards. The 6.5 PRC was purpose-built to handle 140 grain bullets, and this load taps into the cartridge's design efficiency.
Elite Hunters are built with Berger's match-grade hybrid ogive but use a thinner jacket for hunting-specific expansion. They penetrate 2-3 inches before expanding to create a large wound cavity, whereas target bullets are designed to stay intact. The hybrid design reduces wind drift and seating depth sensitivity compared to standard hunting bullets.
With a 0.606 ballistic coefficient, this load stays stable and effective to 750+ yards on deer and similar-sized game. Many experienced hunters successfully take mid-sized game at 600 yards, and the high velocity helps it retain energy at distance. Shot placement and your own skill matter more than the cartridge's theoretical range.
Yes, the brass cases are reloadable when properly maintained. Many handloaders favor Berger's consistent core manufacturing because it delivers uniform performance lot-to-lot, making the factory brass a solid platform for reloading your own loads.
The 6.5 PRC with a 140 grain bullet retains enough energy for elk-sized game to 500+ yards, but shot placement is critical. Many hunters prefer heavier bullets for elk, and some consider this load better suited to deer and similar mid-sized game. The performance depends heavily on shot angle and placement.
| Caliber/Gauge | 6.5 PRC |
|---|---|
| Cost per Round | 3.70 |
| Grains | 140Gr |
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 65-50020 |
| Model | |
| Product Type | Boat Tail |
| Shipping Weight | 1.3 |
| Units per Box | 20 |
| UPC | 679459500203 |
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