Berger Classic Hunter 6.5 Creedmoor 135 gr Hybrid Boat-Tail

Ammo Reports Team 14 6.5 Creedmoor

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Official Spec	Value
Manufacturer	Berger
Cartridge	6.5 Creedmoor
Product Line	Classic Hybrid Hunter
Bullet Name / Bullet Type	135 Grain Classic Hunter / hunting hybrid boat-tail
Bullet Weight	135 gr
SKU / Part Number / Item Number	31031
UPC	679459310314
Rounds per Box	20
Muzzle Velocity	2,850 fps
Muzzle Energy	2,435 ft-lb
Ballistic Coefficient G1	.584
Ballistic Coefficient G7	.303
Case Material	Brass
Primer	Large Rifle Primer
Reloadable	Not found
Test Barrel Length	26 in
Zero Distance	200 yd
Sight Height	Not found
Intended Use	Hunting with factory-class or magazine-fed rifles
Product Status	Current official Berger listing
Closest Competitors	Fiocchi Extrema 6.5 CM 130 gr Swift Scirocco II, Federal Premium 6.5 CM 130 gr Terminal Ascent, Hornady Match 6.5 CM 140 gr ELD-M, Nosler Trophy Grade 6.5 CM 140 gr AccuBond, Fiocchi Hyperformance 6.5 CM 129 gr SST

Data is based on official manufacturer sources. Found an error? Send us the source link.

Overview

Berger Classic Hunter 6.5 Creedmoor SKU 31031 is loaded with a 135 gr Classic Hybrid Hunter bullet. Berger publishes 2,850 fps, 2,435 ft-lb, a G1 BC of .584, and a G7 BC of .303.

The official trajectory is based on a 26-inch barrel, sea-level conditions, and a 200-yard zero. Berger does not publish wind-drift values in the product table, so no wind column is shown.

Official Ballistics

Manufacturer-published figures. Test barrel: 26 in; zero: 200 yd; conditions: sea level. Sight height is not stated. Trajectory values are in inches.

Range (yd)	Velocity (fps)	Energy (ft-lb)	Trajectory (in)
0	2,850	2,435	Not published
100	2,696	2,178	+1.64
200	2,545	1,942	0.00
300	2,400	1,727	-7.01
400	2,260	1,531	-20.06

Bullet Design and Intended Use

The Classic Hunter uses a hybrid ogive, boat-tail profile, consistent core, and a thinner J4 hunting jacket. Berger designed this bullet for factory-class and magazine-fed rifles while maintaining efficient downrange performance.

Berger positions the load for hunting small to medium game. The bullet is intended to penetrate initially and then expand rapidly in vital tissue.

Closest Competitors

Product	Bullet Weight	Bullet Type	Positioning
Fiocchi Extrema 6.5 CM 130 gr Swift Scirocco II	130 gr	Swift Scirocco II	Bonded hunting alternative
Federal Premium 6.5 CM 130 gr Terminal Ascent	130 gr	Terminal Ascent	Long-range bonded hunting alternative
Hornady Match 6.5 CM 140 gr ELD-M	140 gr	ELD Match	Match-focused comparison load
Nosler Trophy Grade 6.5 CM 140 gr AccuBond	140 gr	AccuBond	Premium bonded hunting alternative
Fiocchi Hyperformance 6.5 CM 129 gr SST	129 gr	Hornady SST	Polymer-tipped hunting alternative

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FAQ

Is Berger SKU 31031 a current product?

Yes. Berger currently lists SKU 31031 as 135 Grain Classic Hunter rifle ammunition.

What is the official muzzle velocity?

Berger publishes 2,850 fps from a 26-inch barrel.

What ballistic coefficients does Berger publish?

Berger publishes a G1 BC of .584 and a G7 BC of .303.

What zero is used for the official trajectory?

The official Berger table uses a 200-yard zero under sea-level conditions.

What is this load intended for?

It is a hunting load designed for factory-class and magazine-fed rifles.

Submit Your Data – Real-World Results

Manufacturer figures are measured under controlled conditions. Firearm, barrel length, ammunition lot, temperature, and chronograph setup can change real-world velocity.