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6.5mm (0.264'''') Hybrid Boat Tail Bullets - 6.5mm (0.264'''') 140gr Hybrid Boat Tail 100/Box
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SKU: 749013736
Overview
Built for shooters who want a streamlined 6.5mm bullet option with a hybrid nose profile, this 140-grain design combines a tangent section and a secant section to balance seating-depth tolerance with an efficient shape. It is well suited to precision rifle setups where consistent chambering and wind-conscious bullet design matter. The Hybrid approach is intended to give handloaders a practical middle ground rather than a single-purpose profile. Packaged 100 per box, it fits into load development and range work for hunters and target shooters alike.
Why Hunters Choose the Berger Bullets
Hybrid Nose
Design combines tangent and secant
Tangent Section
Is described as less sensitive
Secant Ogive
Section is noted for efficient
Developed Through
Chief Ballistician Bryan Litz
Offered 6.5mm
(.264) 140-grain configuration, 100 bullets
Key Features
- 6.5mm (0.264") 140gr Hybrid Boat Tail bullets
- Hybrid nose design combines tangent and secant ogive shapes
- Tangent section is less sensitive to seating depth
- Secant ogive section is used on VLD bullets
- Packaged 100 bullets per box
- Designed by Berger Bullets with Chief Ballistician Bryan Litz
Best Used For
- Shooters tuning 6.5mm loads who want less seating-depth sensitivity during development
- Hunters building precision rifle ammunition for wind-conscious field shooting
- Reloaders seeking a Hybrid bullet design that combines tangent and secant ogive sections
- Serious long-range users focused on consistent bullet seating and streamlined nose geometry
Specifications
| Bullet Type | Hybrid Boat Tail |
|---|---|
| Bullet Weight | 140gr |
| Caliber | 6.5mm (0.264'''') |
| Hybrid Design | Yes |
| Ogive Type | Tangent and Secant |
| Quantity | 100/Box |
| Seating Depth Sensitivity | Less sensitive to seating depth |
Pros
- Hybrid nose design combines tangent and secant ogives in one bullet profile.
- Tangent section is described as less sensitive to seating depth.
- Secant ogive section is noted for efficient wind performance.
- Developed through Berger’s partnership with Chief Ballistician Bryan Litz.
- Offered in 6.5mm (.264) 140-grain configuration, 100 bullets per box.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Hybrid nose design can be less sensitive to seating depth, but it still requires careful load development for best results.
- The secant-ogive section is described as wind-efficient, but that does not remove the need to tune the load for your rifle.
- This is a 100-count box of 140gr bullets, so it is geared toward handloaders rather than ready-to-use ammunition.
- The product information focuses on bullet design and does not provide full dimensional or material details, so compatibility should be verified against your intended setup.
Suggested Comparisons
- 6.5mm hunting bullets
- Boat tail bullets
- Long-range target bullets
- Reloading components
Suggested Accessories
- Bullet seating depth gauge
- Reloading press
- Bullet comparator
- Powder scale
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Berger Hybrid design intended to do?
According to the product description, the Hybrid design combines two nose shapes: a tangent ogive and a secant ogive. The tangent section is described as being less sensitive to seating depth, while the secant section is described as efficient in the wind.
Is this bullet described as being less sensitive to seating depth?
Yes. The short and long descriptions state that the tangent portion of the Hybrid ogive makes the bullet much less sensitive to seating depth.
What caliber and weight is this product?
The title identifies it as a 6.5mm (0.264") bullet in 140 grain weight.
How many bullets come in a box?
The product title states 100 bullets per box.
Does the provided data specify what game this bullet is best suited for?
No. The provided product information describes the bullet’s Hybrid nose design, but it does not specify game use or hunting application.