Alexander Arms 6.5 Grendel 123gr Lapua Scenar HPBT Ballistics
Brass Case • HPBT
Alexander Arms 6.5 Grendel 123gr Lapua Scenar HPBT Ballistics
Brass Case • HPBT
Trajectory @ 100yd Zero
| Range | Velocity | Energy | Drop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 2480 fps | 1680 ft-lb | — |
| 25 yds | 2439 fps | 1625 ft-lb | -0.6" |
| 50 yds | 2398 fps | 1571 ft-lb | +0.0" |
| 75 yds | 2358 fps | 1519 ft-lb | +0.2" |
| 100 yds ⊕ | 2319 fps | 1469 ft-lb | +0.0" |
| 125 yds | 2279 fps | 1419 ft-lb | -0.6" |
| 150 yds | 2240 fps | 1371 ft-lb | -1.6" |
| 175 yds | 2202 fps | 1325 ft-lb | -3.1" |
| 200 yds | 2164 fps | 1279 ft-lb | -5.0" |
| 225 yds | 2126 fps | 1235 ft-lb | -7.3" |
| 250 yds | 2089 fps | 1192 ft-lb | -10.2" |
| 275 yds | 2052 fps | 1150 ft-lb | -13.5" |
| 300 yds | 2015 fps | 1109 ft-lb | -17.4" |
| 325 yds | 1979 fps | 1070 ft-lb | -21.8" |
| 350 yds | 1943 fps | 1031 ft-lb | -26.7" |
| 375 yds | 1908 fps | 994 ft-lb | -32.2" |
| 400 yds | 1873 fps | 958 ft-lb | -38.4" |
| 425 yds | 1838 fps | 923 ft-lb | -45.1" |
| 450 yds | 1804 fps | 889 ft-lb | -52.5" |
| 475 yds | 1770 fps | 856 ft-lb | -60.5" |
| 500 yds | 1737 fps | 824 ft-lb | -69.3" |
Product Overview
The Alexander Arms 123-grain Lapua Scenar load launches at 2,480 fps and delivers 1,680 ft-lbs of muzzle energy from the 6.5 Grendel platform. The Scenar bullet features a G1 ballistic coefficient of 0.527, which ranks among the highest in the 123-grain class. This translates to less wind drift and flatter trajectory at extended distances where precision matters most.
Lapua Scenar bullets are manufactured in Finland under strict tolerances that competitive shooters recognize worldwide. The hollow point boat tail design uses a thin jacket for consistent concentricity, and each bullet is held to tight weight specifications. Alexander Arms—the company that developed the 6.5 Grendel cartridge—pairs these premium projectiles with brass cases that meet match-grade standards. This combination brings genuine competition-level consistency to the AR-15 platform.
This ammunition excels in NRA High Power, PRS-style gas gun matches, and long-range steel competitions where shooters push the Grendel to 600 yards and beyond. The Scenar's accuracy potential also makes it a solid choice for precision practice sessions where tracking true rifle capability matters. Shooters who reload can pull data from this factory load as a baseline before developing their own recipes.
- Lapua Scenar bullets are manufactured to competition-grade tolerances with exceptional consistency in weight and concentricity
- The 0.527 G1 ballistic coefficient provides excellent wind resistance and retained velocity, making 500+ yard shots more predictable
- Alexander Arms developed the Grendel cartridge, ensuring this load is optimized specifically for the platform rather than adapted from other calibers
- HPBT match design works reliably in AR-15 magazines and feeds smoothly in semi-automatic actions
- Premium Lapua projectiles make this one of the more expensive 6.5 Grendel options, limiting how much you can afford to shoot in practice
- The thin jacket optimized for accuracy means this bullet is not designed for hunting and may fragment unpredictably on game
- At 2,480 fps, velocity sits in the middle of the pack—faster loads exist for those prioritizing flat trajectory over bullet quality
- Limited availability compared to major manufacturers like Hornady or Federal means you may not find it at every retailer
All Alexander Arms 6.5 Grendel 123gr Lapua Scenar HPBT Prices
| DEALER | QTY | PRICE | SHIPPING | TOTAL | PRICE/RD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Basin Outdoors | 500 | $802.80 | $0.00 | $802.80 | $1.61 |
| Black Basin Outdoors | 200 | $347.13 | $0.00 | $347.13 | $1.74 |