Last reviewed: 2026-04-18 by Jake Terry, FFL07/SOT3, NRA-certified firearms instructor.
Swift High Grade 6.5 Creedmoor hunting ammo loads a 140-grain A-Frame bonded round nose bullet to 2678 feet per second from a 24-inch test barrel, generating 2229 foot-pounds of muzzle energy. The 6.5 Creedmoor hunting ammo platform balances moderate recoil with flat trajectory out to 400 yards, and Swift’s A-Frame construction — a bonded lead core behind a tapered copper jacket with a cross-member partition — controls expansion while retaining 95% of original bullet weight. This load suits whitetail, mule deer, and medium-sized game where deep penetration and exit wounds matter. Swift hand-inspects each round and HERNON water-seals primers and case mouths for moisture resistance in wet hunting conditions.
Built for the Box
The A-Frame bonded bullet uses a pure copper jacket that tapers around the lead core at the ogive, controlling petal expansion at velocities from 1800 to 3000 fps. A partition cross-member divides the front core from the rear core — the front sheds energy through expansion while the rear core drives penetration. Swift reports 95% weight retention across all test velocities. The soft semi-spitzer nose profile reduces felt recoil when chambered in a magazine and feeds reliably from detachable box magazines. Brass cases carry Boxer primers; cases are reloadable. The G1 ballistic coefficient of 0.401 and sectional density of 0.287 support hunting trajectories inside 500 yards with minimal wind drift correction.
The Numbers
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Caliber | 6.5 Creedmoor |
| Bullet weight | 140 grains |
| Bullet type | Swift A-Frame bonded round nose |
| Muzzle velocity | 2678 fps |
| Muzzle energy | 2229 ft-lbs |
| Rounds/box | 20 |
| Case | Brass |
| Primer | Boxer |
| Corrosive | No |
| Reloadable | Yes |
| G1 BC | 0.401 |
| Sectional density | 0.287 |
| Test barrel | 24 inches |
| Lead-free | No |
| Intended use | Hunting |
| Manufacturer | Swift |
Swift hand-chambers and inspects each round to SAAMI specifications. The bonded construction prevents jacket-core separation on heavy bone impact. This load pairs with bolt-action rifles and semi-automatic hunting platforms chambered in 6.5 Creedmoor ammo, delivering consistent terminal performance from 50 to 400 yards on medium game.
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 ammunition regulations before purchase — some jurisdictions restrict lead-core hunting bullets or bonded projectiles
- This ammunition contains lead; pregnant women and children should avoid exposure during reloading or range cleanup (Prop 65)
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