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The 6.5×55 Swedish is one of those cartridges that never went out of style. Adopted by Norway and Sweden in 1894, it's been delivering reliable performance on European game for over a century and continues earning respect from Scandinavian hunters and rifle enthusiasts worldwide. This Sellier & Bellot load taps into that proven heritage with straightforward, no-nonsense hunting ammunition.
The semi-jacketed soft point bullet design is where this round earns its keep. The exposed lead tip initiates expansion on impact while the copper jacket controls that expansion to keep the bullet together through heavy bone and muscle. You get the deep penetration soft points are known for without the over-expansion that can lead to energy loss or deflection. The 131-grain bullet weight sits lighter than some competing offerings in this caliber, which means faster velocity at 2602 fps and flatter trajectory downrange. For deer-sized game and smaller elk at reasonable ranges, this weight works well.
The company's reputation is built on consistency and reliability, not marketing hype. They've been making ammunition since 1825 in the Czech Republic, and they load to CIP specifications which is the European equivalent of SAAMI. Each round uses reloadable brass, Boxer primers, and non-corrosive powder. Field reports show their ammunition performs with clean ignition, reliable feeding, and respectable accuracy. You're not paying for a fancy name here—you're paying for ammunition that simply works, which is exactly what you need for hunting.
The 6.5×55 excels because of its mild recoil and impressive ballistic qualities for a century-old design. The cartridge's combination of flat trajectory, low recoil impulse, and plenty of range make it genuinely enjoyable to shoot all day. With quality expanding ammunition like this, the Swede remains a legitimate choice for hunters who appreciate practical ballistics over raw magnum power.
Yes, this load is designed specifically for hunting applications and the 131-grain soft point is effective on deer-sized game at typical hunting ranges. The controlled expansion of the semi-jacketed design ensures reliable performance on moderate-sized game.
Absolutely. Sellier & Bellot uses quality reloadable brass with Boxer primers, which is standard for reloading. Many reloaders find S&B brass to be durable and reliable for multiple reloading cycles.
The 131-grain load provides higher velocity and flatter trajectory than heavier options like 140 or 156-grain bullets, making it better for extended ranges and less forgiving terrain. Heavier bullets deliver more energy but move slower, so your choice depends on your typical hunting distance and game size.
Sellier & Bellot has a solid reputation for clean, consistent ammunition that performs reliably in the field. They load to CIP specifications and maintain strict quality control, which means each round should function without issues and maintain consistent velocity for accurate shot placement.
| Caliber/Gauge | 6.5X55 Swedish |
|---|---|
| Case Material | Brass |
| Cost per Round | 1.15 |
| Grains | 131Gr |
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | SB6555A |
| Model | |
| Product Type | Soft Point |
| Shipping Weight | 1.1188 |
| Units per Box | 20 |
| UPC | 754908512393 |
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