Last reviewed: 2026-04-18 by Jake Terry, FFL07/SOT3, NRA-certified firearms instructor.
The Nosler Trophy Grade 260 Remington load delivers long-range hunting performance through a 129-grain AccuBond Long Range (ABLR) bullet engineered for high ballistic coefficients and controlled expansion. Nosler bonds the lead-alloy core to a copper-alloy jacket through a proprietary process that eliminates internal voids, ensuring the projectile holds together from first contact through bone and tissue. At 2800 fps muzzle velocity and 2245 ft-lbs of energy, this load balances flat trajectory with terminal authority for deer, antelope, and medium game at extended distances.
The 260 Remington cartridge — a 6.5mm necked-down .308 Winchester case — offers shooters a mild recoil signature, excellent accuracy potential, and a trajectory flatter than many traditional hunting rounds. Paired with the ABLR’s 0.53 G1 ballistic coefficient and sleek ogive, this combination extends maximum point-blank range and reduces wind drift across prairie and open timber.
Built for the Box
Each case is inspected for correct length, necks are sized and chamfered, and flash holes are verified for alignment before powder charges are hand-weighed. Finished cartridges receive a visual polish and quality check. The white polymer tip protects the bullet nose during magazine cycling and initiates rapid expansion upon impact, while the bonded core prevents jacket-core separation even when striking heavy shoulder bones at close range. Brass cases carry Boxer primers and remain reloadable for handloaders who prefer tailored velocities.
The Numbers
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Caliber | 260 Remington |
| Bullet weight | 129 grains |
| Bullet type | Nosler AccuBond Long Range bonded polymer tip |
| Muzzle velocity | 2800 fps |
| Muzzle energy | 2245 ft-lbs |
| G1 ballistic coefficient | 0.53 |
| Sectional density | 0.264 |
| Rounds per box | 20 |
| Case | Brass |
| Primer | Boxer |
| Corrosive | No |
| Reloadable | Yes |
| Intended use | Hunting |
| Manufacturer | Nosler |
The ABLR bullet design seats to standard magazine lengths in most bolt-action rifles without requiring contact with the lands, simplifying load development for factory chambers. Hunters running 260 Remington platforms — from Remington 700s to Savage 110s and custom builds — will find this 260 Remington ammo cycles reliably and groups consistently across a range of barrel lengths and twist rates, with 1:8″ twists stabilizing the 129-grain projectile across all field temperatures.
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 follow the four rules of firearm safety when handling ammunition and firearms.
- Verify current state and local ammunition laws before ordering — some jurisdictions restrict lead-core hunting ammunition or bonded projectiles.
- This product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm (Prop 65). Wash hands after handling.
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