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Weatherby Select Plus 6.5 Weatherby RPM 140gr Hornady Interlock Rifle Ammo - 20 Rounds
Brand:
Weatherby
Bullet Type:
Hornady Interlock
Caliber:
6.5mm WBY RPM
Capacity:
20
Finish Per Color:
Brass
Grains:
140 grain
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$65.89
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Weatherby Ammo 6.5Wby Rpm 130 GR Scirocco F65RPM130SCO
Brand:
Weatherby
Caliber:
6.5mm WBY RPM
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the velocity of 6.5 WBY rpm?
6.5 WBY RPM typically delivers 3000–3100 fps with 140-grain bullets and 3200–3250 fps with 127–129 grain bullets. Actual velocity varies by barrel length and load specifics. Weatherby advertises approximately 3225 fps under standard test conditions.
What is the difference between 6.5 WBY RPM and 6.5 284 Norma?
The 6.5 WBY RPM uses a rebated rim designed for standard long actions, producing higher velocities than the 6.5-284 Norma. The 6.5-284 Norma fits short actions and has better brass and component availability, making it more practical for target shooters despite its lower velocity ceiling.
What is a 6.5 WBY RPM?
6.5 WBY RPM is Weatherby's 6.5mm Rebated Precision Magnum cartridge. Based on a lengthened .284 Winchester / 6.5-284 Norma configuration, it uses a rebated rim matching standard bolt faces and delivers high velocity from a compact platform. It is chambered in rifles including the Mark V Backcountry Ti and Model 307 Range XP.
What is the best 6.5 bullet for 1000 yards?
The 140gr Berger Hybrid or Sierra MatchKing in 6.5mm consistently performs best at 1000 yards, offering high BC values above 0.300 that resist wind drift. These bullets work across 6.5 Creedmoor, 6.5x47 Lapua, and .260 Remington platforms and remain widely available.
What is the best Weatherby caliber for deer and elk?
For both deer and elk, the 300 Weatherby Magnum is the most versatile option, handling both species effectively with 165-200 grain bullets. The 7mm Weatherby Magnum balances power and recoil well. For deer only, the .257 Weatherby Magnum offers exceptional speed and flat trajectory but is marginal on elk.
Does a 6.5 kick harder than a 308?
No. A .308 Winchester typically generates more recoil than 6.5 Creedmoor. A 7-pound .308 rifle shooting 165-grain bullets produces roughly 19 foot-pounds of recoil versus about 15 foot-pounds from a comparable 6.5 Creedmoor with 140-grain ammunition.
What was Roy Weatherby's favorite caliber?
Multiple sources cite the .257 Weatherby Magnum as Roy Weatherby's personal favorite. He introduced it in 1948 after experimenting since 1944, deriving it from the .300 H&H case with his signature double-radius shoulder. It remains one of his earliest and most iconic cartridge creations.