The Sellier & Bellot 6.5×55 SE eXergy (XRG) 130 Grain Hunting Cartridge (Model: V342542) is a lead-free, non-toxic sporting ammunition designed for medium-to-large game hunting. Built with a monolithic tombac alloy (CuZn 10) projectile and an integrated aluminium nose plug, this cartridge produces near-100% weight retention upon impact. It provides controlled hydraulic expansion without projectile fragmentation, preserving edible meat while delivering deep terminal penetration in game such as deer, feral pigs, and feral goats.

Key Features

• Monolithic Tombac Construction: Engineered from homogeneous CuZn 10 alloy to eliminate lead contamination and retain nearly all bullet weight on impact.
• Aluminium Nose Plug: Encloses an internal expansion cavity to maintain aerodynamic flight stability and initiate rapid, uniform mushrooming on contact.
• External Driving Bands: Relief grooves machined along the projectile shank lower barrel friction, mitigate copper fouling, and manage chamber pressures.
• Reloadable Brass Cases: Loaded into standard Boxer-primed CuZn 30 brass cases for consistent ignition and case life.

Product Specifications

• Calibre: 6.5×55 SE (Swedish Mauser)
• Model Code: V342542
• Bullet Type: XRG (eXergy monolithic solid with aluminium plug)
• Bullet Weight: 130 grains (8.40 grams)
• Muzzle Velocity ($V_0$): 805 m/s (approx. 2,641 fps from a 600 mm barrel)
• Muzzle Energy ($E_0$): 2,722 Joules (approx. 2,008 ft-lbs)
• Box Capacity: 20 rounds per retail box

Who is the S&B Sellier & Bellot 6.5x55 Se 130 Grain Xrg Lead Free Ammo for?

• Hunters targeting medium-to-large game in lead-free restriction zones — delivers 2,722 Joules of muzzle energy from a non-toxic monolithic copper-zinc projectile that complies with non-lead environmental requirements on public or private reserves.
• Hunters using 6.5x55 SE rifles seeking maximum meat preservation — relies on a 130 grains solid expansion bullet driven at 805 m/s that maintains near-100% weight retention inside 300 metres, eliminating projectile fragmentation and reducing haematoma in game.

Less suitable for: Long-range hunting exceeding 300 to 400 metres engagement distance, where monolithic bullets lose necessary terminal expansion velocity and purpose-built high-BC polymer-tipped leaded projectiles are better suited, or for firearms chambered in other 6.5mm cartridges such as 6.5 Creedmoor or 6.5 PRC.