Last reviewed: 2026-04-18 by Jake Terry, FFL07/SOT3, NRA-certified firearms instructor.
The Nosler E-Tip 6.5 Creedmoor 120-grain load delivers lead-free hunting performance at 2850 fps, making it a go-to round for shooters in California, other restricted zones, and anyone prioritizing monolithic bullet construction. 6.5 Creedmoor lead-free ammo pairs the ballistic efficiency of the 6.5mm bore with a copper alloy projectile that retains 95%+ of its weight through hide, bone, and muscle. The OD green polymer tip initiates expansion on contact, while the one-piece design drives deep without shedding fragments.
Built for the Hunt
Nosler engineers the E-Tip around a patent-pending copper alloy that reduces fouling compared to pure copper monolithics. The 120-grain projectile carries a G1 BC of 0.497 and a sectional density of 0.246 — numbers that flatten trajectory past 300 yards and maintain energy in wind. At the muzzle, you leave with 2174 ft-lbs. The Energy Expansion Cavity — a hollow point behind the polymer tip — controls petal formation for immediate upset and a wound channel wider than caliber. Boxer primers and reloadable brass cases let you cycle the cases through multiple loadings once you dial in your rifle.
Performance at a Glance
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Caliber | 6.5 Creedmoor |
| Bullet weight | 120 grains |
| Bullet type | Nosler Expansion Tip (E-Tip) Polymer Tip |
| Muzzle velocity | 2850 fps |
| Muzzle energy | 2174 ft-lbs |
| G1 ballistic coefficient | 0.497 |
| Sectional density | 0.246 |
| Rounds/box | 20 |
| Case | Brass |
| Primer | Boxer |
| Corrosive | No |
| Reloadable | Yes |
| Lead free | Yes |
| Intended use | Hunting |
| Manufacturer | Nosler |
Nosler manufactures this load to the same tolerances as their custom hunting line, hand-packaging each box. You get non-corrosive primers, consistent velocities, and the accuracy needed for ethical shots on whitetail, mule deer, and hogs. When you need lead-free performance and your rifle chambers 6.5 Creedmoor ammo, this 120-grain E-Tip bridges the gap between monolithic reliability and practical expansion.
Safe Handling & Compliance
Federal law requires purchasers to be at least 18 years old for rifle and shotgun ammunition, and at least 21 for handgun 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.
- Always verify your backstop and beyond — the 6.5 Creedmoor carries energy past 1000 yards.
- Check state and local laws for lead-free ammunition requirements in your hunting area.
- This product contains materials known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm (Prop 65) — copper alloy projectiles may contain trace elements subject to disclosure.
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