Last reviewed: 2026-04-18 by Jake Terry, FFL07/SOT3, NRA-certified firearms instructor.
When you need 6.5 Creedmoor hunting ammo that meets lead-free regulations without sacrificing terminal performance, Sig Sauer’s Elite Performance Hunting HT line delivers. This 120-grain load combines a solid copper hollow point with a nickel-plated case, pushing 2825 feet per second at the muzzle and generating 2126 foot-pounds of energy. Designed for varmint, predator, and mid-sized game, the projectile expands to 1.8 times its original diameter on impact while the optimized nose geometry feeds reliably in AR-10 and bolt-action platforms.
Built for the Field
Sig Sauer engineers this load around the proprietary HT Solid Copper projectile—a monolithic bullet machined to maintain structural integrity through heavy bone and tissue. The hollow point cavity initiates expansion at moderate velocities, while the solid copper shank retains 95-plus percent of its original weight for deep penetration. Nickel-plated cases resist corrosion in wet hunting conditions and provide smoother chambering in semi-automatic actions. Premium Boxer primers deliver single-digit standard deviations in muzzle velocity, critical when your first-round hit depends on precise trajectory prediction out to 400 yards.
Specs at a Glance
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Caliber | 6.5 Creedmoor |
| Bullet weight | 120 grains |
| Bullet type | Solid Hollow Point |
| Bullet brand/model | Sig HT Solid Copper |
| Muzzle velocity | 2825 fps |
| Muzzle energy | 2126 ft-lbs |
| G1 ballistic coefficient | 0.38 |
| Rounds per box | 20 |
| Case | Nickel Plated |
| Primer | Boxer |
| Corrosive | No |
| Reloadable | Yes |
| Lead-free | Yes |
| Intended use | Hunting (varmint, predator, mid-sized game) |
| Manufacturer | Sig Sauer |
The 0.38 G1 ballistic coefficient keeps this load supersonic past 800 yards in standard atmospheric conditions, though most hunters will engage targets inside 300 yards where the flat trajectory of the 6.5 Creedmoor simplifies holdover calculations. For more loads in this chambering, browse our full 6.5 Creedmoor ammo selection.
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.
- Follow the four universal rules of firearm safety at all times.
- Verify current state and local laws regarding lead-free ammunition mandates in hunting areas.
- This product can expose you to Lead (in primers), which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
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