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Fiocchi Exacta Rifle Match 6.5 Creedmoor 142 gr Sierra MatchKing HPBT

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Official Specs

Weight discrepancy note: The product title and description state 142 gr while the specs table on the listing shows 143 gr. Sierra produces MatchKing bullets at both 142 gr (classic, BC G1~0.595) and 143 gr (newer ELD-M-influenced design, BC G1~0.623) — these are different projectiles. This page uses 142 gr as the stated weight based on the product title, which is typically the more reliable field. Community submissions with lot numbers will help confirm which bullet is actually loaded.

US production note: Unlike other Fiocchi hunting loads produced in Italy, the description explicitly states this ammunition is made in Ozark, Missouri — Fiocchi’s US manufacturing facility. This may result in slightly different component specifications than Italian-produced Fiocchi loads.

Muzzle energy is not published; the 2,256 ft-lbs figure is calculated from 2,675 fps and 142 gr.

Ballistics Table

Calculated. Zero: 100 yards. Sight height: 1.5″ above bore. BC (G1): 0.595 (Sierra MatchKing 142 gr, published).

Calculated from Sierra’s published BC for the 142 gr MatchKing. If the actual bullet is 143 gr, BC would be slightly higher (~0.623) and trajectory marginally flatter. Community submissions will help establish actual performance.

Key takeaway: at 2,675 fps this is a slightly slower muzzle velocity than the PPU Supreme 6.5 CM MatchKing (2,690 fps) — a negligible difference in the field. The BC of 0.595 produces exceptional downrange performance: 1,426 ft-lbs at 500 yards with only 69.9 inches of drop from a 100-yard zero. This is the performance profile that has made 142 gr MatchKing loads the standard reference in precision rifle competition.

Fiocchi Exacta vs PPU Supreme — Two SMK Loads Compared

Both this load and the PPU Supreme line use the Sierra MatchKing in 6.5 Creedmoor. Here is how they compare directly:

The PPU Supreme uses a 140 gr MatchKing with a slightly higher published BC and runs $10–12/box less. The Fiocchi Exacta uses a heavier 142 gr bullet with slightly more energy retention. Both are legitimate factory match loads with Sierra’s proven projectile. For shooters where brand or US manufacturing matters, the Fiocchi is the better choice; for value, PPU Supreme has a clear advantage.

Best Uses

Good fit:

• Precision rifle competition where a heavier 142 gr Sierra MatchKing offers slightly more wind-bucking ability than 140 gr variants
• Long-range target shooting at 300–600+ yards where the high BC of 0.595 minimizes trajectory and wind corrections
• Shooters who prefer US-manufactured match ammunition (Ozark, Missouri production)
• Load development reference — heavier 142 gr MatchKing factory load as a baseline for handloaders
• Long-range deer hunting inside 400 yards — see terminal performance caveat below

Not the right tool for:

• Hunting where controlled expansion is required — MatchKing is a match bullet; Sierra recommends TMK or GameKing for hunting applications
• High-volume practice — at $2.10/round this is match ammunition pricing
• Self-defense — not designed or rated for it

Reliability Notes

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General notes:

• Fiocchi’s Ozark, Missouri facility produces ammunition specifically for the North American market — this is Fiocchi’s US operation, not their Italian parent facility; component sourcing and QC processes may differ from Italian-produced Fiocchi loads
• The Sierra MatchKing 142 gr is among the most extensively tested precision bullets in the world — production tolerances are among the tightest in the industry; lot-to-lot variation in the projectile itself is minimal
• At 2,675 fps this load runs slightly slower than PPU Supreme (2,690 fps) and significantly slower than Hornady Match 140 gr ELD-M (2,710 fps) — the velocity difference is not meaningful at typical match distances but worth noting for long-range trajectory calculations
• Dual SKU (FIO65CMMKC / 65CMMKC) suggests possible packaging or distribution variants; community submissions noting which SKU code appears on the box would help clarify

Competitors

Price Reality

• Typical retail range: $40–44 per box of 20 (~$2.00–2.20/round)
• vs. PPU Supreme (same MatchKing family): Fiocchi runs $10–12/box more — the premium buys US manufacturing and a slightly heavier 142 gr bullet
• vs. Federal Gold Medal (same 140 gr SMK): comparable pricing, Federal has a longer US market track record for this specific load
• vs. Hornady Match ELD-M: similar pricing, Hornady has higher BC and marginally faster velocity
• Fair price benchmark: under $42/box is reasonable; above $46/box loses ground against Federal Gold Medal and Hornady Match

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FAQ

142 gr vs 143 gr Sierra MatchKing — what is the actual difference?

Sierra produces two distinct MatchKing bullets near this weight range for 6.5mm. The 142 gr is the classic long-running design (BC G1~0.595 / G7~0.290) that has been the standard for 6.5 CM competition for years. The 143 gr is a newer design with a different ogive profile and a higher published BC (~0.623 G1 / ~0.310 G7). The listing title says 142 gr while the specs table says 143 gr — this is a genuine discrepancy that affects trajectory calculations. Until confirmed by a lot number check against Sierra’s documentation, treat both as possible. Community submissions noting which is on the box label will resolve this.

Fiocchi Exacta vs Federal Gold Medal — which US-made SMK load is better?

Both use Sierra MatchKing projectiles in 6.5 Creedmoor. Federal Gold Medal (140 gr, 2,650 fps) has a longer US market track record and is the default reference in American precision rifle competition. Fiocchi Exacta (142 gr, 2,675 fps) is made at their Missouri facility with a slightly heavier bullet. At comparable pricing the choice often comes down to which load a given rifle groups tighter — there is no universal winner. For competition use where the load is already proven in a shooter’s rifle, stick with it; for new rifle setups, testing both is the practical approach.

Is the Sierra MatchKing appropriate for hunting deer?

Sierra has historically recommended against the MatchKing for hunting due to unpredictable terminal expansion. Their current position acknowledges that the MatchKing does expand at hunting velocities and has performed reliably on deer-sized game. For hunting applications Sierra recommends their Tipped MatchKing (TMK) or GameKing as more appropriate choices. If using this load for deer hunting, confine shots to broadside or quartering-away angles inside 300 yards where velocity is highest and expansion most reliable.

Why does this cost more than PPU Supreme when both use Sierra MatchKing?

Three factors: US manufacturing (Fiocchi’s Missouri facility vs Serbia for PPU), heavier bullet weight (142 gr vs 140 gr — slightly more material cost), and brand positioning (Fiocchi’s Exacta line is marketed as premium US-made match ammunition). Whether these factors justify $10–12/box more depends on the shooter’s priorities. For value, PPU Supreme is the clear winner. For shooters who prefer domestic production or specifically want the 142 gr bullet weight, the Fiocchi premium is the cost of that preference.

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Last updated: April 2026 · Data confidence: Low (0 submissions) ·