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This is ammunition built with one thing in mind: putting down game at distance. HSM loaded these rounds with the Berger VLD hunting bullet, a proven design that delivers the flat trajectory and wind resistance you need when every shot counts.
These aren't your typical factory loads. HSM pairs the Berger Very Low Drag bullet with premium brass and carefully selected powders to get consistent performance across extended ranges. The secant ogive design of the VLD keeps drag low, which means flatter shooting and less wind drift than typical hunting rounds. Each box contains 20 rounds built to the same exacting standards you'd expect from handloads.
The 140-grain Berger hunting bullet is engineered to work hard once it connects. The design starts with that famously efficient shape for external ballistics, then the thinner J4 precision jacket delivers controlled expansion. Expect the bullet to penetrate 2 to 3 inches before expanding, creating a wound cavity that's impressively large for an ethical, quick kill. This combination of aerodynamics and terminal design makes the round suitable for medium to large game hunting at distances beyond 300 yards.
HSM has been making ammunition since 1968 and keeps a tight grip on quality throughout production. These rounds use reloadable brass cases and non-corrosive primers, so if you're a handloader, you're not throwing away components. The velocity from the factory load sits around 2559 fps, giving you solid energy and retain performance out to extended distances. This is the kind of ammunition that competes with, and often outperforms, what you'd hand-assemble yourself.
The Berger VLD is engineered for long-range efficiency with a secant ogive shape that cuts drag and keeps wind drift minimal. The thinner J4 hunting jacket provides controlled expansion after 2-3 inches of penetration, creating a large wound cavity while staying aerodynamically efficient out to 1000+ yards. Most standard hunting rounds sacrifice external ballistics for terminal performance, but the VLD balances both.
Yes. HSM loads these on new brass with Boxer primers, so the cases are reloadable. You're getting quality brass that reloaders appreciate, and the tight tolerances from factory production mean consistent sizing and performance for your handload development.
Absolutely. The 140-grain VLD with that velocity and energy is designed specifically for medium to large game, particularly effective beyond 300 yards. The bullet's controlled expansion and penetration characteristics make it well-suited for ethical, one-shot hunting scenarios where range and accuracy matter.
HSM has built its reputation on premium components and tight quality control. They've been manufacturing ammunition since 1968 and are known for loading hotter and with tighter tolerances than mass-market brands. The Trophy Gold line specifically pairs Berger bullets with matched powders, and feedback from hunters and competition shooters reflects that care in the final product.
| Caliber/Gauge | 6.5mm Creedmoor |
|---|---|
| Case Material | Brass |
| Cost per Round | 2.30 |
| Grains | 140 gr |
| Length | 6.1000 |
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 65CREEDMOOR140VLD |
| Units per Box | 20 |
| UPC | 810742025502 |
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