Last reviewed: 2026-04-18 by Jake Terry, FFL07/SOT3, lifelong hunter.
When you’re hunting whitetail in timber where shots break inside 200 yards, 6.5×55 Swedish Mauser ammo with a 156-grain jacketed soft point delivers controlled expansion and straight-line penetration without excessive meat damage. Norma loads this cartridge with flat-base projectiles that stabilize cleanly in 1:8 and 1:7.5 twist barrels common to Swedish military surplus rifles and modern sporting builds. At 2559 feet per second muzzle velocity and 2269 foot-pounds of energy, you carry enough sectional density to punch vitals even when the deer quarters toward you at the shot.
Built for the Box
Norma manufactures this ammunition with virgin brass cases that accept standard large rifle primers and neck-size cleanly for reloading. The exposed lead tip on the 156-grain JSP initiates expansion on contact with hide, while the jacketed shank holds together through rib and shoulder bone. A G1 ballistic coefficient of 0.276 means you’ll see roughly 8 inches of drop at 200 yards when zeroed at 100—predictable enough for offhand shooting from a tree stand or still-hunting along oak ridges.
The Numbers
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Caliber | 6.5x55mm Swedish Mauser |
| Bullet weight | 156 grains |
| Bullet type | Jacketed Soft Point (Norma Whitetail) |
| Muzzle velocity | 2559 fps |
| Muzzle energy | 2269 ft·lbs |
| Ballistic coefficient (G1) | 0.276 |
| Rounds per box | 20 |
| Case | Brass |
| Primer | Boxer |
| Corrosive | No |
| Reloadable | Yes |
| Lead-free | No |
| Intended use | Hunting |
| Manufacturer | Norma |
This load ships in 20-round boxes and qualifies for our standard ground service. Keep it dry and cool in your ammo locker—temperature swings above 120°F can degrade powder consistency over time. Confirm current 6.5×55 ammo inventory and bulk discounts before your next range or hunting trip.
Safe Handling & Compliance
Federal law requires purchasers to be at least 18 years old for rifle ammunition. Ammunition cannot be shipped to certain states, counties, and cities—review our ammunition shipping restrictions before ordering. Store ammunition in a cool, dry location away from heat sources and out of reach of unauthorized users.
- Follow the four rules of firearms safety at all times—treat every firearm as loaded, never point the muzzle at anything you are not willing to destroy, keep your finger off the trigger until ready to fire, and be certain of your target and what lies beyond it.
- Verify current ammunition restrictions in your state, county, and municipality before ordering—some jurisdictions prohibit mail-order ammunition sales or require permits.
- California Proposition 65 Warning: This product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands thoroughly after handling ammunition.
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