6.5 x 47

[Mntngoat]

I read that Lapua is beginning tomake 6.5 x 47 brass.so when will it be available in the US and how will have it?

Michael

 

[Forum Boss]

The factory loaded 6.5x47 ammo Dave Kiff had in his hands was probably a special run for a Euro shooting team. Right now no one even has the import permit for the new brass.

I wouldn't expect to see the 6.5x47 brass in the US for at least three months. Loaded ammo--who knows.

 

[Anmlsrdelicious]

Just out of curiosity, has anybody heard what the 6.5x47 expected performance may be?

 

[Forum Boss]

QuickLoad predicts it may be good for 2950fps with a 123gr Scenar with a 28" tube. Since the 6XC will drive the Tubb 115 to 3000 fps, I don't think 2950 is out of the question, given the larger bore diameter. I don't think the case has enough boiler room to drive the heavier,139-142gr) bullets, but I'm sure folks will try.

 

[chuckw2]

Editor in Chief...

Paul,
What speeds would a 6mm X 47 run, say with 105,107 and 115's. Can you run that on Quickload? Is Quickload your favorite software?


Chuckw

 

[Dubya]

Is this "new" 6x47 the "Swiss Match" round or is it somewhat
different? Does anyone have the volume,water weight)?

Gary.

 

[Forum Boss]

We're talking about the new 6.5x47 Lapua case, either straight or necked down. Many photos in recent blogs. See Nov. 8 Blog especially. Check the archives. Water capacity, untrimmed was 46.9-47.0 grains.

 

[rcw3]

Here's the word from Lapua as of December 27, 2005:

"Robert,

We have not yet prepared information package of the 6.5x47 mm Lapua, but you will be in list of receivers when it is available.

Yes, I believe, too, that the 6.5x47 Lapua is good choice for both bolt guns and semi-autos. It will fit the same actions than the .308 Win. so it means that it will fit eg. the AR-10 type actions. Basically the 6.5x47 will provide ballistics equal to the 6.5x55 factory loads, which means that it will outperform the .308 Win.

Best regards,

Janne Pohjoispaa
Nammo Lapua  R & D"

 

[RickB]

QuickLoad predicts it may be good for 2950fps with a 123gr Scenar with a 28" tube. Since the 6XC will drive the Tubb 115 to 3000 fps, I don't think 2950 is out of the question, given the larger bore diameter. I don't think the case has enough boiler room to drive the heavier,139-142gr) bullets, but I'm sure folks will try.

Could you run QuickLoad for a heavier bullet, say a 139 gr Scenar? It would be interesting to see what would be likely with it.

I briefly shot a 0.132" short 6.5-08,6.5X) which seemed to top out a bit below 2,750 fps with a 139 gr Scenar and H4350 though I have long wondered about it as the barrel was a superb tomato stake.

 

[Northman]

With the new 130 grain Swift Sirrico,?) it would be an awsome hunting bullet as well.. A bc of .571!

What speeds do you think? 2700-2800?