Description
The 6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum stands out as the fastest production 6.5mm cartridge available, and pairing it with a 140-grain Hornady InterLock bullet gives you a combination built for serious hunting performance. At 3,275 feet per second, this load generates 3,334 foot-pounds of muzzle energy and a ballistic coefficient of 0.465, delivering flat trajectories and minimal wind drift over distance.
What Makes the Weatherby Select Load Different
Weatherbys reputation for ultra-high velocity ammunition goes back to Roy Weatherby in the 1940s, and that heritage comes through in every Select load. These are quality rounds featuring premium propellants and Norma brass cases built for reloading if you want to stretch the life of your brass. Each round is manufactured with the consistency and attention that lets you group confidently at extended ranges.
Hornady InterLock Bullet Performance
The 140-grain InterLock is designed with controlled expansion in mind. Its exposed lead tip initiates expansion on impact while the exclusive InterLock ring keeps the core and jacket locked together throughout the expansion process. That means better weight retention and deeper penetration than bullets that separate during expansion. Inner grooves in the jacket ensure consistent, predictable opening even at long range, which matters when your hunt depends on clean terminal performance.
For Hunters Pushing Range
This load pairs nicely with a 6.5-300 Weatherby rifle when youre after elk-sized game or medium game like deer at distances where a flat trajectory matters. Twenty rounds per box gives you enough ammunition for practice and hunting, plus reloadable brass means you can develop loads tailored to your specific rifle if youre into handloading. The combination of magnum velocity and a proven hunting bullet makes this a straightforward choice for hunters who want factory ammunition they can trust.
Key Specifications
- Caliber: 6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum
- Bullet Weight: 140 Grains
- Bullet Type: Hornady InterLock Jacketed Soft Point
- Muzzle Velocity: 3,275 feet per second
- Muzzle Energy: 3,334 foot-pounds
- Ballistic Coefficient: 0.465
- Case Type: Brass (Reloadable)
- Rounds per Box: 20
- Primer Type: Boxer Primer (Non-Corrosive)
- Manufacturer Part Number: H653140IL
- UPC: 747115437702
What’s Included
- 20 rounds of Weatherby Select 6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum 140 grain Hornady InterLock ammunition
Frequently Asked Questions
What game is the 6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum 140 grain load suitable for?
This load works well on elk and medium-sized game like deer, antelope, and similar-sized animals where magnum velocity and flat trajectory matter. The 140-grain Hornady InterLock provides reliable expansion and deep penetration for clean, ethical kills at extended ranges out to several hundred yards.
Can I reload these brass cases?
Yes, these come in reloadable Norma brass cases with standard Boxer primers. If youre into handloading, youll have quality brass suitable for developing custom loads tailored to your specific rifle.
How does the Hornady InterLock bullet hold up on game?
The InterLock uses an exclusive ring that locks the core to the jacket during expansion, which means better weight retention and deeper penetration than traditional soft points. The controlled expansion delivers consistent performance whether you hit at close range or extended distance.
Why choose the 6.5-300 Weatherby over other 6.5mm cartridges?
The 6.5-300 Weatherby is the fastest production 6.5mm available, delivering impressive velocity that translates to flat shooting, minimal wind drift, and excellent long-range accuracy. If youre serious about extended-range hunting and want top-tier ballistic performance, this cartridge delivers.




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