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260 rem vs 6.5x55
skyfish
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Looking at all reloading manuals the 260 beats the 6.5 hands down in velocity. But the 6.5 has a much lower max pressure and the case volume seems similiar to the 260. Does the 6.5x55 have the ability to do more, like the 257 Roberts +P, in a modern firearm or will the brass not take it.
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The pressures listed for the 6.5x55 Swede are set low to insure the safe use in the older Swedish Mausers and Rolling Block rifles. The U.S. ammunition manufacturers subscribe to the concept of avoiding litigation by loading at the lowest pressure levels.
The 6.5x55 case is virtually the same as the .260 in capacity therefore it will perform the same when loaded to similar pressures. Lapua makes some excellent brass for the 6.5x55 and will handle the proper pressures so long as the chamber and bolt is up to the task.
I field a standard 6.5x55 chambered rifle for a couple of long range competition venues. It's easy to develop loads, there are lots of components to choose from and the selection of viable powders is good.
Best.