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Vld Hunting 6.5mm (0.264'''') Vld Boat Tail Bullets - 6.5mm (0.264'''') 140gr Vld Boat Tail 100/Box
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SKU: 749005239
Overview
Built for hunters who want a bullet designed around terminal performance on game, this Berger VLD Hunting option is intended for use where controlled penetration and rapid expansion are priorities. Its thinner J4 Precision jacket is described as supporting expansion after initial penetration, while the secant ogive design is used to reduce drag in flight. The result is a hunting bullet aimed at flatter trajectories and less wind drift, making it a practical choice for longer shots when shot placement matters. It is sold in a 100-count box and is chambered in 6.5mm, 140 grains.
Why Hunters Choose the Berger Bullets
140-grain 6.5mm
VLD Hunting bullet for hunting
Boat Tail
A secant ogive profile
Thinner J4
Precision jacket intended for rapid
Designed Penetrate
2-3 inches before expanding
Reduced Drag
Profile supports flatter shooting and
Key Features
- Berger VLD Hunting Bullet for 6.5mm (.264) applications
- 140-grain VLD Boat Tail bullet, 100 per box
- Uses a thinner J4 Precision jacket for rapid expansion in game use
- Secant ogive design is intended to reduce drag in flight
- Designed to penetrate 2-3 inches before expanding
- Intended to create a large wound cavity during hunting applications
Best Used For
- Hunters using 6.5mm rifles for controlled expansion on game applications
- Long-range hunters wanting a bullet designed for flatter shooting and reduced wind-drift
- Shooters who prefer a hunting bullet with a thinner jacket for rapid expansion
- Hunters prioritizing penetration before expansion in medium-game scenarios
Specifications
| Bullet Diameter | 6.5mm (0.264'''') |
|---|---|
| Bullet Type | Vld Boat Tail |
| Bullet Weight | 140gr |
| Design | Secant ogive design |
| Expansion | Rapid expansion |
| Hydrostatic Shock | Causes most animals to drop immediately |
| Jacket | Thinner J4 Precision jacket |
| Penetration | 2-3a ^2 |
| Quantity | 100/Box |
| Retained Velocity | Higher retained velocity |
| Use | Hunting |
| Wind Drift | Less wind-drift |
| Wound Cavity | Up to 15a ^2 |
Pros
- 140-grain 6.5mm VLD Hunting bullet for hunting applications
- Boat tail design with a secant ogive profile
- Thinner J4 Precision jacket intended for rapid expansion
- Designed to penetrate 2-3 inches before expanding
- Reduced drag profile supports flatter shooting and less wind drift
- Packaged 100 bullets per box
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed for hunting applications rather than target use, so it is not a direct substitute for the VLD Target version.
- The thinner J4 Precision jacket is intended to support rapid expansion, which may be a trade-off if a hunter prefers deeper, slower-expanding bullet behavior.
- The product description emphasizes penetration followed by expansion after 2–3 inches, so it is best suited to hunters who want that specific terminal behavior rather than a more generalized bullet profile.
- The box count is 100 bullets, which may be more than needed for occasional shooters but useful for those loading in larger quantities.
Suggested Comparisons
- Hunting bullets
- Match-grade bullets
- 6.5mm rifle bullets
Suggested Accessories
- Reloading dies
- Bullet comparator
- Powder scale
- Cartridge case trimmer
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Berger VLD Hunting Bullet intended for?
It is a hunting bullet designed for game applications. The product description says it uses a thinner J4 Precision jacket for rapid expansion during hunting use.
How is the VLD Hunting Bullet different from the VLD Target bullet?
The description says the VLD Hunting Bullet is identical in design to the VLD Target bullet except for a thinner J4 Precision jacket, which is intended to allow rapid expansion during game applications.
What does the secant ogive design do?
According to the product description, the secant ogive design reduces drag as the bullet travels to the target. The listed result is flatter shooting, less wind-drift, and higher retained velocity.
How does the bullet behave on impact?
The description states that it is designed to penetrate 2-3 inches before beginning to expand and create a large wound cavity. It also mentions hydrostatic shock.
How is this product packaged and what caliber is it?
This product is listed as 6.5mm (0.264") 140gr VLD Boat Tail bullets, packaged 100 bullets per box.