Federal Gold Medal 6.5mm Grendel 130gr Hybrid OTM Ammo Ballistics
Brass Case • OTM
Federal Gold Medal 6.5mm Grendel 130gr Hybrid OTM Ammo Ballistics
Brass Case • OTM
Trajectory @ 100yd Zero
| Range | Velocity | Energy | Drop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 2400 fps | 1663 ft-lb | — |
| 25 yds | 2363 fps | 1612 ft-lb | -0.5" |
| 50 yds | 2326 fps | 1563 ft-lb | +0.1" |
| 75 yds | 2290 fps | 1514 ft-lb | +0.2" |
| 100 yds ⊕ | 2254 fps | 1467 ft-lb | +0.0" |
| 125 yds | 2219 fps | 1422 ft-lb | -0.7" |
| 150 yds | 2184 fps | 1377 ft-lb | -1.8" |
| 175 yds | 2149 fps | 1333 ft-lb | -3.3" |
| 200 yds | 2114 fps | 1290 ft-lb | -5.3" |
| 225 yds | 2080 fps | 1249 ft-lb | -7.9" |
| 250 yds | 2046 fps | 1208 ft-lb | -10.9" |
| 275 yds | 2012 fps | 1169 ft-lb | -14.4" |
| 300 yds | 1979 fps | 1130 ft-lb | -18.5" |
| 325 yds | 1945 fps | 1093 ft-lb | -23.1" |
| 350 yds | 1913 fps | 1056 ft-lb | -28.3" |
| 375 yds | 1880 fps | 1021 ft-lb | -34.1" |
| 400 yds | 1848 fps | 986 ft-lb | -40.5" |
| 425 yds | 1816 fps | 952 ft-lb | -47.5" |
| 450 yds | 1784 fps | 919 ft-lb | -55.2" |
| 475 yds | 1753 fps | 887 ft-lb | -63.6" |
| 500 yds | 1722 fps | 856 ft-lb | -72.7" |
Product Overview
Federal Gold Medal loads the 130-grain Berger Hybrid Target bullet at 2,400 fps, producing 1,663 ft-lbs of muzzle energy. The G7 ballistic coefficient of 0.287 places this among the most aerodynamic factory loads in 6.5 Grendel. The heavier 130-grain weight—7 grains above the standard 123-grain class—retains velocity better at extended ranges where wind and drop calculations become critical.
The Hybrid ogive design combines a tangent section near the bearing surface with a secant profile toward the tip. This geometry tolerates being seated closer to or further from the rifling without the accuracy penalty that pure secant bullets can show. For AR-15 shooters limited by magazine length, this means consistent performance regardless of how the round chambers. Federal pairs these bullets with their match-grade brass and primers refined through decades of Gold Medal production.
This ammunition targets long-range precision competition where the 6.5 Grendel competes against larger cartridges. PRS gas gun matches, F-class, and organized steel shoots at 500+ yards showcase where the high BC pays dividends. The combination of Federal's consistent loading and Berger's precision bullets gives competitive shooters factory ammunition that rivals handloads for uniformity.
- Berger Hybrid bullets combine tangent and secant ogive designs, making them less sensitive to seating depth variations in AR magazines
- The G7 BC of 0.287 translates to exceptional wind resistance at 400+ yards where lighter bullets struggle
- At 130 grains, this is among the heaviest Grendel loads available, maximizing energy retention at distance
- Federal's Gold Medal line has decades of proven performance in precision rifle competition
- The 2,400 fps muzzle velocity runs slower than 123-grain options, requiring more elevation adjustment at closer ranges
- Berger bullets and Gold Medal production carry premium pricing that limits affordability for practice
- The heavy 130-grain projectile may not stabilize in all Grendel barrels, particularly those with slower twist rates
- OTM construction is optimized for paper and steel—terminal performance on game is unpredictable
All Federal Gold Medal 6.5mm Grendel 130gr Hybrid OTM Ammo Prices
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