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Berger 6.5 Creedmoor 153.5gr Long Range Hybrid Target 20rd

UPC: 679459310918

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Description

This is Berger's answer to precision competitors who want match-grade ammo straight from the factory without the extra work of hand-loading. The 153.5 grain Long Range Hybrid Target was developed specifically because competitive shooters were asking for a heavier 6.5 Creedmoor option that could deliver ballistic performance at ranges most factory rounds can't reliably reach.

Jump-Tolerant Design Built for Real-World Shooting

The hybrid ogive profile does something most bullets struggle with: it's easy to get shooting. That tangent nose shape at the bearing surface means your gun doesn't need hours of ladder testing to find that perfect seating distance. Once you find what your rifle likes, the secant shape takes over to flatten the trajectory and reduce wind drift. Berger verified this design through Doppler radar testing, confirming less than 1% BC variation from round to round, which translates to tighter vertical spreads at distance.

Meplat Reduction Technology Sets This Apart

Berger's proprietary MRT manufacturing process applies controlled pressure to the bullet's nose, creating a consistently shaped meplat across every round. This matters because BC consistency is more critical than raw BC numbers when you're trying to ring steel at 1,000 yards. You get better hit percentages and more predictable wind holds because each shot behaves the same way downrange. The ammunition ships in Lapua brass cases loaded with temperature-stable powder and match-grade primers, so you get the benefits hand-loaders have enjoyed for years without doing the reloading yourself.

Premium Components You Can Count On

Berger's J4 precision bullet jackets maintain concentricity tolerances of plus or minus 0.0003 inches, the tightest in the industry. The carefully controlled core manufacturing ensures weight consistency across the box, so you won't waste time sorting rounds. Combined with the consistent components and quality Lapua brass, this ammunition delivers the kind of lot-to-lot reliability competitive shooters depend on.

Key Specifications

  • Manufacturer: Berger Bullets
  • Manufacturer Part Number: 31091
  • UPC: 679459310918
  • Caliber: 6.5mm Creedmoor
  • Bullet Weight: 153.5 Grains
  • Bullet Type: Long Range Hybrid Target (LRHT), Open Tip Match
  • Muzzle Velocity: 2702 ft/s
  • Muzzle Energy: 2497 ft-lbs
  • Ballistic Coefficient (G1): 0.694
  • Ballistic Coefficient (G7): 0.356
  • Minimum Twist Rate: 1 in 8 inches or faster
  • Ogive Style: Hybrid (jump-tolerant)
  • Case Material: Brass (Lapua)
  • Primer Type: Large Rifle Match-Grade
  • Rounds Per Box: 20
  • Powder: Temperature-Stable (Match Grade)

What’s Included

  • 20 rounds of loaded ammunition

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes this 153.5 grain better than Berger's 144 grain LRHT for the 6.5 Creedmoor?

The 153.5 grain carries more weight downrange for a higher ballistic coefficient, giving you an edge beyond 1,000 yards. Berger developed both weights to meet different competitive needs. The 144 grain was engineered for the ideal range of 140-150 grains that competitive shooters target, while the 153.5 grain was created specifically because customers demanded that extra BC bump. Your choice depends on your barrel twist rate and what your competition distance favors.

Do I need to do load development with this ammunition, or will it just shoot?

The hybrid profile is jump-tolerant and forgiving, so you can get groups relatively quickly without extensive ladder testing. That said, like any precision ammunition, spending time to find your rifle's optimal seating distance will improve results. The ammunition comes match-grade quality, so you're starting from a solid foundation.

How consistent is the ammunition from box to box?

Berger uses Doppler radar to verify ballistic coefficients with less than 1% variation, which is industry-leading consistency. Each round is built with the same match-grade primers, temperature-stable powder, and quality Lapua brass. Weight sorting isn't necessary because of Berger's core manufacturing process, so you can expect reliable drop and wind calls across the lot.

Is this ammunition designed for competition only, or can it work for hunting?

This ammunition is specifically engineered for precision rifle target shooting and competition disciplines like PRS. The bullet design features a sealed hollow point optimized for high BC rather than expansion, so it's not recommended for hunting applications where expansion is needed for ethical performance on game.

Additional information

UPC

679459310918

Manufacturer

Manufacturer Part Number

31091

Bullet Weight (Grains)

153

Caliber/Gauge

6.5mm Creedmoor

Case Material

Brass

Grains

153.5Gr

Model

Product Type

Long Range Hybrid Target

Shipping Weight

1.15

Units per Box

20

Cost per Round

2.40

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