The Barnes Harvest Collection 6.5 Creedmoor 140gr Sierra Tipped GameKing is the definitive choice for hunters who want to turn the world’s most popular precision cartridge into a dedicated hunting machine. While the 6.5 Creedmoor is famous for its target-shooting "legs," many hunters struggle with standard bullets that simply fail to expand once the distance stretches out. This load fixes that. By pairing a heavy-hitting 140-grain projectile with the advanced Tipped GameKing (TGK) design, Barnes has created a high-BC system that delivers match-grade accuracy and devastating terminal performance on deer, pronghorn, and medium game.
The technical flaw in many 6.5mm hunting rounds is the "pencil" effect—where a bullet zips right through a target at long range because it’s traveling too slowly to mushroom. Barnes overcomes this by utilizing the Sierra Tipped GameKing. The polymer tip isn't just for aerodynamics; it acts as a mechanical wedge, forcing the bullet to expand reliably even at the lower impact speeds found past 300 yards. You get the surgical precision of a match bullet backed by a rugged jacket and lead-alloy core that stays together to drive deep into the vitals.
In the field, success is a game of stability and retained energy. Traveling at ~2,700 fps, this 140-grain "Goldilocks" load boasts an exceptional .563 G1 ballistic coefficient, allowing it to defy crosswinds and maintain its knockdown power far downrange. Whether you are hunting the wide-open plains or a high-mountain basin, the combination of premium Barnes brass and temperature-stable powder ensures your point-of-impact remains consistent. It’s a low-recoil, high-performance upgrade that removes the guesswork from your long-range hunting equation.
Features
- 140-Grain Sierra Tipped GameKing (TGK): A polymer-tipped, boat-tail projectile designed for match-grade precision and massive terminal expansion.
- The 6.5mm "Goldilocks" Weight: The 140gr profile offers the ideal balance of high sectional density for deep penetration and a high BC for long-range stability.
- Extended Lethal Envelope: Specifically "tuned" to initiate expansion at lower impact speeds, ensuring an ethical harvest at distances where traditional soft-points fail.
- Premium Barnes Loading: Features high-quality brass and stable powders for repeatable accuracy in both bolt-action and AR-10 platforms.
Technical Specifications
- Ballistics: 6.5 Creedmoor | ~2,700 fps | ~2,266 ft-lbs (Muzzle)
- Ballistic Coefficient: .563 (G1) | .284 (G7)
- Projectile: 140 Grain | Sierra Tipped GameKing (TGK) | Boat-Tail
- Cycling: Premium Brass | Boxer Primed | Bolt-Action & AR-10 / Semi-Auto
- Logistics: 20 Rounds per Box | Harvest Collection
- Dimensions: 5.9" x 2.8" x 1.4" | Approx. 0.95 lbs | 32400
- Application: Deer, Pronghorn, & Medium Game | Long-Range Hunting
- Country of Origin: USA
When shot placement and terminal consistency matter, this is the load that eliminates guesswork at distance. Get the Barnes Harvest Collection 6.5 Creedmoor 140gr TGK from SMKW—your trusted source for field-proven ammunition that performs when it counts.