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SIERRA 1725 6.5MM 120 GR. HPBT MATCH 100 CT.
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SKU: 1725-092763017258
Overview
Built for precision shooting with medium-capacity 6.5mm rifle cartridges, this 120 grain match bullet is intended for BenchRest and HighPower use out to 600 yards. It also has a track record in handgun silhouette competition and other target applications. The design is noted for high ballistic coefficient, with low sensitivity to crosswinds and strong downrange momentum. It is not recommended for most hunting applications, and its use for varmints may not produce the same expansion as lightly jacketed varmint bullets.
Why Hunters Choose the Sierra Bullets
Benchrest Highpower
Competition use to 600 yards
Suitable Medium-capacity
6.5mm rifle cartridges
High Ballistic
Coefficient supports strong downrange momentum
Low Sensitivity
To crosswinds for more consistent
Also Proven
In handgun silhouette shooting applications
Key Features
- 120 grain #1725 MatchKing bullet in 6.5mm/.264 inch bore
- Designed for BenchRest and HighPower competitions to 600 yards
- Intended for medium capacity 6.5mm rifle cartridges
- Also used in handguns for silhouette and other target shooting
- High ballistic coefficient for low crosswind sensitivity
- MatchKing bullets are not recommended for most hunting applications
Best Used For
- BenchRest and HighPower shooters working with medium-capacity 6.5mm rifle cartridges to 600 yards
- Silhouette competitors using 6.5mm handguns or rifles for target-focused shooting
- Reloaders seeking a 120 grain HPBT match bullet for 6.5x55mm sporters
- Hunters who want a target bullet and understand MatchKing bullets are not recommended for most hunting applications
Specifications
| Ballistic Coefficient | High |
|---|---|
| Bullet Diameter | 6.5mm/.264 inch |
| Bullet Number | #1725 |
| Bullet Style | MatchKing |
| Bullet Type | HPBT Match |
| Bullet Weight | 120 grain |
| Compatible Cartridge | 6.5x55mm |
| Crosswind Sensitivity | Low |
| Expansion Note | Not designed to provide the same reliable explosive expansion as lightly jacketed Hornet, Blitz or Varminter bullets |
| Hunting Recommendation | Not recommended for most hunting applications |
| Intended Use | BenchRest and HighPower competitions to 600 yards in medium capacity 6.5mm rifle cartridges |
| Quantity | 100 ct. |
| Use In Handguns | Yes |
Pros
- Designed for BenchRest and HighPower competition use to 600 yards
- Suitable for medium-capacity 6.5mm rifle cartridges
- High ballistic coefficient supports strong downrange momentum
- Low sensitivity to crosswinds for more consistent wind handling
- Also proven in handgun silhouette shooting applications
- Reloading guidance is referenced in the product specifications
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed for BenchRest and HighPower competition to 600 yards, so it is oriented toward target use rather than general-purpose hunting.
- MatchKing bullets are not recommended for most hunting applications, and the description notes they do not provide the same reliable explosive expansion as lightly jacketed varmint bullets.
- The product is intended for medium-capacity 6.5mm rifle cartridges, so suitability depends on the specific chambering and load data you verify in your reloading manual or powder manufacturer resources.
- The 100-count packaging is well suited to reloaders working up target loads, but it is more than a casual-use quantity if you only need a small supply.
Suggested Comparisons
- 6.5mm hunting bullets
- Match-grade target bullets
- Varmint bullets
- Handgun silhouette bullets
Suggested Accessories
- Reloading dies
- Powder scale
- Bullet comparator
- Ammo boxes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this bullet designed for?
The 120 grain #1725 bullet is designed for BenchRest and HighPower competitions to 600 yards in medium capacity 6.5mm rifle cartridges.
Is this bullet recommended for hunting?
No. The source states that MatchKing and Tipped MatchKing bullets are not recommended for most hunting applications.
Can this be used for varmint hunting?
The source says MatchKing and Tipped MatchKing bullets are commonly used for varmint hunting, but they are not designed to provide the same reliable explosive expansion as lightly jacketed Hornet, Blitz, or Varminter bullets.
What cartridges or firearms is it associated with?
The description mentions 6.5x55mm sporters and medium capacity 6.5mm rifle cartridges. It also notes that in handguns, the 120 grain #1725 MatchKing bullet has been successful on the silhouette range.
Where can I find load data for this bullet?
The product notes to check your reloading manual or go to a powder manufacturer’s website for load data.