[PDF] 6 5x284 vs 6.5 creedmoor

What are the differences in ballistics between the 6.5x55 and 6.5 Creedmoor?

The main difference between the 6.5x55 and the 6.5 Creedmoor is that the 6.5x55 has a longer overall length and fits into a long action rifle while the 6.5 Creedmoor has a shorter overall length and fits into a short action rifle. Furthermore, the 6.5 Swede has slightly higher case capacity than the 6.5 Creedmoor.

What are the benefits of 6.5x55 versus 6.5 Creedmoor?

The Creedmoor is basically more efficient. Same velocity achieved for less powder. The shorter case also enables it to be chambered in short actions which are deemed to be stiffer and hence inherently more accurate. The 6.5 x 55 is an accurate, versatile cartridge but requires a longer action.

What are the cartridge specs of 6.5x55 and 6.5 creedmoor?

The 6.5 Creedmoor has a steeper 30 degree shoulder angle than the 25 and 20 degree shoulder angles of the 6.5×55 Swede and .260 Remington cartridges. Additionally, the .260 Remington and 6.5 Creedmoor both have a relatively common .473? rim diameter, but the 6.5 Swede has a more unusual .480? rim diameter.

What is the difference in recoil between the 6.5x55 and 6.5 Creedmoor?

The main difference between the 6.5x55 and the 6.5 Creedmoor is that the 6.5x55 has a longer overall length and fits into a long action rifle while the 6.5 Creedmoor has a shorter overall length and fits into a short action rifle. Furthermore, the 6.5 Swede has slightly higher case capacity than the 6.5 Creedmoor.