Unleashing the Power of Precision: Remington Core-Lokt 6.5x55 Swedish 140 Grain Ammunition

For hunters, sport shooters, and enthusiasts who appreciate the rich heritage and exceptional performance of the 6.5x55 Swedish Mauser cartridge, selecting the right ammunition is paramount. The Remington Core-Lokt 6.5x55 Swedish 140 gr Core-Lokt Pointed Soft Point (PSPCL) ammunition is engineered to deliver reliable, devastating terminal performance, making it a top choice for ethical hunting across a wide range of game. This ammunition is not just a bullet; it's a legacy of precision and power, designed to solve the critical challenge of achieving clean, one-shot kills and ensuring the well-being of the animal. If you're wondering, "What's the best ammunition for hunting medium to large game with my 6.5x55 Swedish rifle?", or "How can I maximize the ethical effectiveness of my hunting rounds?", then Remington Core-Lokt stands out as a definitive answer.

This detailed overview will explore the attributes, benefits, and applications of this highly regarded ammunition, providing insights for anyone looking to enhance their shooting experience and hunting success with the venerable 6.5x55 Swedish cartridge.

Why Choose Remington Core-Lokt for Your 6.5x55 Swedish Rifle?

Remington Core-Lokt bullets have earned a legendary reputation as "The Original Controlled Expansion Bullet" and remain one of America's most trusted hunting projectiles. This enduring trust stems from decades of proven performance in the field, delivering consistent expansion and deep penetration necessary for humane game harvesting. When paired with the inherently accurate and capable 6.5x55 Swedish cartridge, the 140-grain Core-Lokt Pointed Soft Point bullet offers a formidable combination.

The 140-grain weight is particularly well-suited for the 6.5x55 Swedish, striking an excellent balance between ballistic coefficient, sectional density, and terminal energy. This specific bullet weight ensures stable flight paths, resisting wind drift over longer distances, and retaining substantial energy upon impact. For hunters, this means greater confidence in shot placement and the assurance of ample stopping power, whether pursuing whitetail deer in dense woodlands or elk in open plains.

What makes Core-Lokt stand out from other hunting bullets? Its unique construction, which features a mechanically locked lead core within a tapered copper jacket, ensures predictable and controlled expansion. This design prevents the core from separating from the jacket, maximizing weight retention and promoting a deep, wide wound channel. This reliability minimizes tracking time and contributes significantly to an ethical hunting experience.

The Enduring Legacy of the 6.5x55 Swedish Cartridge

The 6.5x55 Swedish Mauser cartridge, often simply referred to as the 6.5x55 Swede, boasts a storied history dating back to its introduction in 1894. Originally developed for the Swedish and Norwegian military rifles, it quickly gained popularity among civilian shooters and hunters due to its exceptional accuracy, mild recoil, and outstanding ballistic efficiency.

This cartridge is renowned for its long, slender bullets, which inherently possess high sectional density and excellent ballistic coefficients. These characteristics contribute to superior downrange energy retention and reduced wind deflection, making the 6.5x55 Swedish an ideal choice for both target shooting and hunting. It is often lauded for its ability to cleanly take game significantly larger than its modest recoil would suggest, a testament to its efficient design and the effectiveness of modern bullet technology like Core-Lokt.

So, what game is the 6.5x55 Swedish effective for? The answer is surprisingly broad. While it excels at medium-sized game like deer, antelope, and wild boar, the 140-grain Core-Lokt load extends its capabilities to larger animals such as elk and moose, particularly at reasonable ranges. Its reputation for precision also makes it a favorite for competitive target shooting, further cementing its versatility and enduring appeal among shooting enthusiasts worldwide.

Core-Lokt: The Heart of Controlled Expansion Performance

At the core of Remington's legendary Core-Lokt performance lies its meticulously engineered bullet construction. The Core-Lokt Pointed Soft Point (PSPCL) is designed to deliver rapid, yet controlled, expansion upon striking game, transferring maximum energy to quickly incapacitate the animal.

Here's how Core-Lokt ensures an ethical hunt and superior terminal ballistics:

• Tapered Copper Jacket: The jacket is thinner at the nose and progressively thicker towards the base. This design facilitates initial rapid expansion while providing structural integrity to prevent premature fragmentation.
• Mechanically Locked Lead Core: Unlike some bullets where the core can separate from the jacket on impact, the Core-Lokt bullet features a lead core that is mechanically locked into the copper jacket. This prevents core-jacket separation, ensuring that the bullet retains a high percentage of its original weight.
• Soft Point Nose: The exposed lead tip of the Pointed Soft Point (PSP) allows for immediate mushrooming upon impact, initiating the controlled expansion process. The pointed shape also aids in aerodynamic efficiency for flatter trajectories.
• Deep Penetration: The combination of controlled expansion and high weight retention ensures that the bullet penetrates deeply into the animal's vitals, creating a wide, devastating wound channel. This deep penetration is crucial for reaching vital organs on larger game animals, even through muscle or bone.

This sophisticated design ensures reliable and consistent performance, shot after shot, providing hunters with the confidence that their ammunition will perform exactly as intended when it matters most.

Optimal Performance for Diverse Hunting Scenarios

The Remington Core-Lokt 6.5x55 Swedish 140 gr PSPCL ammunition is a highly versatile choice for a variety of hunting applications. Its balanced characteristics make it suitable for numerous game species and diverse terrains.

Consider the following scenarios where this ammunition truly shines:

• Deer Hunting: For species like whitetail, mule deer, and blacktail, the 140-grain Core-Lokt offers ample energy and ideal expansion for quick, humane kills. Its moderate recoil also allows for faster follow-up shots if necessary, though often one well-placed shot is all that's required.
• Elk and Moose Hunting (within reasonable ranges): While some hunters might opt for heavier calibers for these larger animals, the 6.5x55 with a 140-grain Core-Lokt is surprisingly capable. Its deep penetration and controlled expansion mean that with proper shot placement, it can effectively harvest large North American game, especially in experienced hands and at moderate distances (typically within 200-300 yards).
• Wild Boar and Hog Hunting: The robust construction of the Core-Lokt bullet is excellent for dealing with the tough hide and heavy bone structure of wild hogs, ensuring penetration to vitals and rapid incapacitation.
• Antelope and Open Plains Hunting: The inherent accuracy and good ballistic coefficient of the 140-grain PSPCL in 6.5x55 Swedish make it well-suited for longer shots often encountered in open country, providing flat trajectories and minimal wind drift.

What kind of terminal ballistics can you expect? Upon impact, the Core-Lokt bullet begins to mushroom rapidly, typically doubling its original diameter. This creates a large temporary wound cavity and a permanent wound channel that disrupts vital organs and blood vessels. The high weight retention ensures that the expanded bullet continues to drive forward, maximizing energy transfer and ensuring a quick, ethical harvest.

Key Benefits of Remington Core-Lokt 6.5x55 Swedish 140 Grain Ammunition

When evaluating ammunition choices, understanding the tangible benefits is key. Remington Core-Lokt for the 6.5x55 Swedish offers a compelling array of advantages for the discerning shooter and hunter:

• Legendary Reliability: Backed by over 80 years of field-proven success, Core-Lokt is known for its consistent performance in various conditions.
• Exceptional Accuracy: Manufactured to strict quality standards, these rounds offer reliable consistency and precision, aiding in confident shot placement.
• Superior Terminal Performance: The controlled expansion and deep penetration ensure maximum energy transfer and effective stopping power for a humane harvest.
• Versatile Game Application: Effective for a wide range of game, from deer and antelope to elk and wild boar, making it a go-to choice for many hunters.
• Optimized for the 6.5x55 Swedish: The 140-grain PSPCL bullet weight is ideally matched to the cartridge's capabilities, maximizing its ballistic potential.
• Ethical Hunting Choice: Designed to deliver quick, clean kills, minimizing animal suffering and tracking time.
• Trusted Brand: Remington is a name synonymous with quality and innovation in the firearms and ammunition industry.

Technical Specifications for the Discerning Shooter

Understanding the technical specifications of your ammunition is crucial for maximizing performance and ensuring safety. The Remington Core-Lokt 6.5x55 Swedish 140 gr Core-Lokt Pointed Soft Point (PSPCL) is meticulously manufactured to precise standards.

While specific ballistic data can vary slightly depending on barrel length, atmospheric conditions, and individual firearm characteristics, typical performance metrics for this load include:

• Muzzle Velocity: Approximately 2,560 feet per second (fps). This provides a flat trajectory and significant downrange energy.
• Muzzle Energy: Approximately 2,042 foot-pounds (ft-lbs). This energy is more than sufficient for effective terminal performance on medium to large game.
• Ballistic Coefficient (BC): The 140-grain pointed soft point bullet typically boasts a good ballistic coefficient, contributing to its stable flight and reduced wind drift.
• Sectional Density (SD): High sectional density is characteristic of 6.5mm projectiles, promoting deep penetration, which is vital for hunting larger animals.
• Cartridge Type: 6.5x55 Swedish (Mauser)
• Bullet Weight: 140 grains
• Bullet Type: Core-Lokt Pointed Soft Point (PSPCL)
• Packaging: Typically sold in boxes of 20 rounds, with master cases containing 10 boxes (200 rounds total).

Frequently Asked Questions About 6.5x55 Swedish and Core-Lokt Ammunition

Hunters and shooters often have specific questions when considering new ammunition. Here are answers to some common inquiries regarding the 6.5x55 Swedish and Remington Core-Lokt 140-grain PSPCL:

Is 140 grain the right bullet weight for my 6.5x55 Swedish?
Yes, the 140-grain bullet is widely considered an excellent all-around choice for the 6.5x55 Swedish. It provides a superb balance of trajectory, energy retention, and terminal performance for most hunting applications, especially for medium to larger game. It capitalizes on the cartridge's inherent efficiency.

How does Core-Lokt compare to other hunting bullets?
Core-Lokt distinguishes itself by its consistent and reliable controlled expansion. While some premium bullets might offer slightly higher ballistic coefficients for extreme long-range shooting, or bonded designs for maximum weight retention through heavy bone, Core-Lokt provides an unparalleled balance of affordability, proven performance, and deep penetration for typical hunting distances. It's a workhorse bullet known for getting the job done effectively.

Can I use this ammunition for target shooting?
While designed primarily for hunting, the Remington Core-Lokt 140-grain PSPCL can certainly be used for target practice. Its inherent accuracy makes it suitable for sighting in your rifle or practicing your shooting fundamentals. However, for dedicated high-volume target shooting or competitive precision events, a match-grade full metal jacket (FMJ) or dedicated target projectile might be more cost-effective or precisely tuned for extreme accuracy.

What rifles are compatible with 6.5x55 Swedish?
The 6.5x55 Swedish cartridge is compatible with a wide array of bolt-action rifles, including classic military surplus rifles like the Swedish Mausers (M96, M38), as well as modern sporting rifles from manufacturers such as Tikka, Sako, Ruger, Winchester, and Browning, which chamber this cartridge. Always ensure your firearm is chambered specifically for 6.5x55 Swedish before use.

What is the effective range of the 6.5x55 Swedish with 140-grain Core-Lokt?
The 6.5x55 Swedish with 140-grain Core-Lokt is highly effective for hunting well beyond 300 yards in the right hands. For ethical hunting, where sufficient energy and precision are critical, many hunters comfortably take game out to 300-400 yards with this combination. Beyond that, factors like wind, shooter skill, and a comprehensive understanding of the bullet's drop become increasingly important.

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Product Details Summary

Attribute	Value
Product Number	29140
Brand	Remington Ammunition
Caliber	6.5x55 Swedish
Bullet Weight	140 Grains
Bullet Type	Core-Lokt Pointed Soft Point (PSPCL)

Approximate Ballistic Performance (from 24" barrel)

Distance	Velocity (FPS)	Energy (FT-LBS)	Bullet Drop (Inches)
Muzzle	2560	2042	0
100 Yards	2370	1746	1.7 (zeroed at 100)
200 Yards	2188	1490	-2.2 (zeroed at 100)
300 Yards	2013	1261	-10.3 (zeroed at 100)

Note: Ballistic performance can vary based on firearm, barrel length, and environmental conditions.

Key Features & Benefits

Feature	Benefit
Controlled Expansion	Predictable mushrooming for deep penetration
High Weight Retention	Maximizes energy transfer and wound channel
Pointed Soft Point	Good aerodynamics & immediate expansion on impact