Finding the Perfect 6.5 Creedmoor Rifle Scope

The best ballistic cartridge is only as good as the ability to aim it, and finding the perfect 6.5 Creedmoor rifle scope will help you shoot accurately from day one.

As an optics manufacturer, we spend a lot of time testing and shooting various rifles and calibers. Some days it’s a pleasant run through a box of .22s. On other outings we often find ourselves behind the big guns like .300 Remington Ultra Mags. Lately, we’ve found quite a bit of enjoyment from a newish rifle caliber that sits somewhere in the middle.

In 2007, the 6.5 Creedmoor entered the shooting world and has seen a meteoric rise unlike any other rifle caliber in history. The 6.5 was developed by Hornady as a high-power competition cartridge capable of making any shot the rifle range has to offer. In fact, it is the first production cartridge ever developed from the ground up to be a true match cartridge. Hornady’s intent was to give competitive shooters a factory loaded cartridge that would allow them to compete, and win, in high level tournaments. The 6.5 Creedmoor was at the same time a huge discount in ammunition prices for many shooters.

From the Range to the Woods | Creedmoor Rifle Scope

It didn’t take very long for hunters to take notice of the caliber that has firmly rooted itself in precision accuracy with light recoil. Hornady is now selling a round specifically designed with the hunter in mind. “Ballistically, it’s a bit more powerful than the 6.5 Swede,” said David E. Petzal, Rifles Editor of Field & Stream. “And in its century of existence, the Swede has killed everything, everywhere.” He also goes on to state that the 6.5 Creedmoor will “do nicely for elk and moose” with a 140-grain bullet.

The 6.5 Creedmoor’s versatility derives from the fact that it can be used across multiple big-game animals. And it is suitable for a kid or a seasoned hunter. It’s great in the woods. It’s fun on the range. We have no doubt that more and more rifle manufacturers are going to include the 6.5 Creedmoor in their lineup for years to come.

6.5mm vs 300 Win. Mag. | Creedmoor Rifle Scope

The big deal with the Creedmoor is that it is capable of generating velocities and a trajectory approaching the 300 Winchester Magnum with significantly less recoil. This is based on the heavier bullets in the 300 Win Mag and the lighter bullets in the 6.5. Not only does this make it a great precision long range competitive round, but it also makes it an excellent choice for hunting.

When compared to the popular .308 Winchester, the recoil is reduced, making a long day at the range much more pleasurable. Many people feel that the 6.5mm projectile provides the best aerodynamic ballistic profile of any diameter bullet designed today. The result is in high ballistic coefficients (BC) and superior long range results as well as reduced wind deflection. Since it has an overall length of 2.825 inches, it can be chambered in short action rifles and AR 10 platforms alike.

The first production rifle manufacturer to introduce a model chambered in 6.5 Creedmoor based on the AR 10 platform was DPMS. Ruger followed shortly thereafter with the M77 Bolt rifle. Today, there are numerous production rifles chambered in 6.5 Creedmoor. Countless custom gun makers are building them as well, providing a multitude of options.

6.5 Creedmoor Rifle Scope Pairings

Let’s face it, the best ballistic cartridge is only as good as the ability to aim it. That’s why the TORIC Rifle Scope is a great solution to enhance the performance of this round for most hunting conditions. Offered in 2-10×42, 3-15×42 and 3-15×50 configurations with either a T-PLEX or Impact BDC reticle, the SCHOTT HT (High Transmission) Glass and ED (Extra low Dispersion) lens provides bright, clear images. Especially in low light at the higher magnifications. Hand turn, tool-less reset to zero as well as an included high profile turret kit (with zero stop and lock) and locking side focus parallax adjustment take the mechanics of these scopes to another level.

If you are looking to stretch the legs and take full advantage of the long range capability of the 6.5, then you might want to check out the TORIC 30mm and 34mm rifle scopes. They are specifically designed for long-range shooting with higher magnification ranges, MOA and MRAD reticle options, locking turrets and Zero Stop as well as the SCHOTT HT glass and ED lens. This is what the TORIC Rifle Scope line is known for.

Match Your Exact 6.5mm Load For Increased Accuracy | Creedmoor Rifle Scope

Add the ability to match up your exact load with our Impact Ballistic program. Check out how the 120-grain Federal Trophy Copper matches up with the TORIC 3-15×50 BDC reticle below. You can’t get much better than having your hold over points line-up in perfect 100 yard increments:

TORIC 3-15×50 BDC reticle

Custom Engraved Turrets | Creedmoor Rifle Scope

Every TRACT rifle scope features the ability to have a Custom Engraved Turret to match your 6.5 Creedmoor load. This will allow you to dial in the distance for long-range, precision shooting. We teamed up with Kenton Industries, the premier leader in turret technology, to provide highly accurate turret solutions for every TRACT rifle scope. No matter if you choose the BDC or Custom Engraved Turret, you have everything you need to take the 6.5 deep at targets and steel or add meat to the freezer and a trophy over the fireplace.

Dial In Your Distance with Custom Engraved Turrets | Creedmoor Rifle Scope

If you need help choosing the perfect 6.5 Creedmoor Rifle Scope and would like to speak to a human being, Jon and I are ready to help. Contact us any way you’d like:

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