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Nosler Varmageddon 6.5 Creedmoor 90gr FB Tipped Ammo

UPC: 054041651752

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Description

The Nosler Varmageddon line started from a simple idea: make ammunition specifically engineered for the high-volume varmint shooter who won't compromise on accuracy or terminal performance. This 6.5 Creedmoor loading does exactly that, delivering ballistics that work from 100 yards out to practical varmint distances while staying economical enough for frequent range time.

What Makes the Varmageddon 6.5 Creedmoor Stand Out

The 90 grain flat-base tipped bullet is the real workhorse here. That flat base design delivers bench-rest level accuracy that you'd normally expect from precision match ammunition, but engineered specifically for rapid fragmentation and violent expansion when it matters. The polymer tip sits recessed in a specially designed hollow cavity, promoting consistent flight and initiation of expansion upon impact. The lead-alloy core with its copper-alloy jacket combination ensures the bullet opens up at any practical velocity, whether you're running standard or hot loads.

Building Accuracy Into Factory Ammunition

Each round ships loaded in Nosler premium brass with careful attention to consistency. The rounds come polished and visually inspected before boxing, something you don't always see in factory varmint ammo at this price point. Nosler's loading process keeps powder charges and bullet seating consistent from round to round, which translates to tighter groups and more predictable impacts downrange.

Real-World Performance for Field Work

The 6.5 Creedmoor platform gives you advantages most dedicated varmint calibers can't touch. You get meaningful velocity from a standard rifle length barrel, the ballistics to stretch your effective range, and the low recoil that makes follow-up shots fast and reliable. Whether you're working coyotes, prairie dogs, or other medium-sized varmints, the 90 grain weight hits the sweet spot between velocity and penetration. The flat base design inherently shoots smaller groups at the ranges where most varmint work happens, typically under 300 yards. This ammunition was built for that exact mission.

Key Specifications

  • Caliber: 6.5mm Creedmoor
  • Bullet Weight: 90 grains
  • Bullet Type: Flat Base Tipped (FBT)
  • Rounds Per Box: 20
  • Case Material: Brass
  • Primer Type: Boxer
  • Muzzle Velocity: 3019 fps
  • Muzzle Energy: 3300 ft-lbs
  • Manufacturer: Nosler
  • Manufacturer Part Number: 65175
  • UPC: 054041651752
  • Ballistic Coefficient: 0.350

What’s Included

  • 20 rounds of Nosler Varmageddon 6.5 Creedmoor 90gr ammunition
  • 20 rounds loaded in premium Nosler brass
  • Each round features a polymer-tipped flat-base Varmageddon bullet

Frequently Asked Questions

Will Nosler Varmageddon 90gr work well in a rifle with a slower twist rate?

The 90 grain Varmageddon is relatively compact for its weight, so it stabilizes well in most standard 6.5 Creedmoor barrels with typical twist rates. If your rifle has a 1 in 8 or faster twist, you'll have no issues. Slower twists like 1 in 10 may work, but you should verify stability with a few test groups before committing to a large volume of ammo.

What's the advantage of the flat-base design over boat-tail bullets?

Flat-base bullets are inherently more accurate at shorter ranges where most varmint work happens because it's easier to manufacture them with perfectly square bases that align consistently with the bore. They also produce less complexity during reloading. The trade-off is a slightly lower ballistic coefficient, but at varmint ranges that difference is negligible.

How does Nosler Varmageddon ammunition perform on coyotes?

The 90 grain Varmageddon expands reliably on coyote-sized game and delivers the terminal performance varmint hunters expect. Real-world reports indicate the bullet fragments effectively, creating significant tissue damage. Results vary based on shot placement and velocity, but the ammunition is purpose-built for exactly this application.

Is this ammunition reloadable?

Yes. Nosler uses quality brass cases with Boxer primers, so the fired brass can be reloaded if you're set up for it. The flat-base design requires a bit of care during seating due to the thin jacket at the base, so using a VLD chamfer tool or flaring the necks before seating prevents bullet damage.

Additional information

Caliber/Gauge

6.5mm Creedmoor

Case Material

Brass

Cost per Round

2.20

Grains

90 gr

Length

5.4000

Manufacturer

Manufacturer Part Number

65175

Shipping Weight

0.945

Units per Box

20

UPC

054041651752

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