>>AKA 6.5x39mm
>>1.508 - 1.512 O.A.L.
>>The 6.5 Grendel was designed
for use in an AR-15 type rifle
to offer ballistics similar to
the .308 Winchester, with less
recoil. This flat shooting
round utilizes the inherently
accurate, high ballistic
coefficient 6.5mm diameter
bullet.
>>Its short case length allows
it to use some of the longer,
heavier match bullets, making
this calibre one of the best
choices for long range
shooting out of an AR. With
proper bullet selection, this
calibre is no slouch in the
field either, being suitable
for deer-size game as well as
varmint hunting.
>>Conversion of an AR to 6.5
Grendel requires a new bolt,
barrel and magazines to feed
the larger diameter cartridge.
Several companies offer
complete AR uppers and
firearms, and reloading dies
are readily available.
>>Several manufacturers are
now producing bolt action
rifles in this calibre, many
of which are built on "mini"
actions, making for a
lightweight rifle with plenty
of range.