Barnes Harvest 6.5 Creedmoor 140 gr Sierra Tipped GameKing
| Official Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Barnes |
| Cartridge | 6.5 Creedmoor |
| Product Line | Harvest Collection |
| Bullet Name / Bullet Type | Sierra Tipped GameKing / polymer-tipped lead-core |
| Bullet Weight | 140 gr |
| SKU / Part Number / Item Number | 32400 |
| UPC | 716876500048 |
| Rounds per Box | 20 |
| Muzzle Velocity | 2,700 fps |
| Muzzle Energy | 2,267 ft-lb |
| Ballistic Coefficient G1 | .563 |
| Ballistic Coefficient G7 | Not found |
| Case Material | Not found |
| Primer | Not found |
| Reloadable | Not found |
| Test Barrel Length | 24 in |
| Zero Distance | 200 yd |
| Sight Height | 1.5 in |
| Intended Use | Hunting – deer and similar medium game |
| Product Status | Current official Barnes listing |
| Closest Competitors | SIG Sauer Marksman Hunter 6.5 CM 130 gr Sierra GameKing, Hornady American Whitetail 6.5 CM 129 gr InterLock, Fiocchi Hyperformance 6.5 CM 129 gr SST, Browning Max Point 6.5 CM 140 gr, Federal Power-Shok 6.5 CM 140 gr SP |
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Overview
Barnes Harvest Collection 6.5 Creedmoor 140 gr uses a Sierra Tipped GameKing bullet in a conventional lead-core hunting configuration. Barnes publishes 2,700 fps from a 24-inch test barrel and a G1 ballistic coefficient of .563.
The official trajectory uses a 200-yard zero and 1.5-inch sight height. Barnes does not publish product-specific wind-drift values for this load, so the table contains only published velocity, energy, and trajectory.
Official Ballistics
Manufacturer-published figures. Test barrel: 24 in; zero: 200 yd; sight height: 1.5 in. Trajectory values are in inches.
| Range (yd) | Velocity (fps) | Energy (ft-lb) | Trajectory (in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 2,700 | 2,267 | Not published |
| 100 | 2,542 | 2,009 | +1.9 |
| 200 | 2,389 | 1,774 | 0.0 |
| 300 | 2,241 | 1,561 | -8.0 |
| 400 | 2,098 | 1,369 | -23.0 |
| 500 | 1,961 | 1,196 | -45.9 |
Bullet Design and Intended Use
The Sierra Tipped GameKing combines a polymer tip with a jacketed lead core and boat-tail profile. The design supports hunting accuracy, aerodynamic efficiency, and controlled expansion.
This load is positioned for deer and similar medium-game hunting. Confirm function and point of impact in the rifle that will be used.
Closest Competitors
| Product | Bullet Weight | Bullet Type | Positioning |
|---|---|---|---|
| SIG Sauer Marksman Hunter 6.5 CM 130 gr Sierra GameKing | 130 gr | Sierra GameKing HPBT | Lighter Sierra hunting alternative |
| Hornady American Whitetail 6.5 CM 129 gr InterLock | 129 gr | InterLock | Conventional hunting alternative |
| Fiocchi Hyperformance 6.5 CM 129 gr SST | 129 gr | SST | Polymer-tipped hunting alternative |
| Browning Max Point 6.5 CM 140 gr | 140 gr | Max Point | Same-weight hunting alternative |
| Federal Power-Shok 6.5 CM 140 gr SP | 140 gr | Soft Point | Same-weight conventional alternative |
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FAQ
Is Barnes Harvest Collection SKU 32400 current?
Yes. Barnes currently lists this 6.5 Creedmoor 140 gr Sierra Tipped GameKing load.
What is the official muzzle velocity?
Barnes publishes 2,700 fps from a 24-inch test barrel.
What ballistic coefficient is published?
Barnes publishes a G1 ballistic coefficient of .563. A product-specific G7 value was not found.
What zero is used in the official table?
The Barnes trajectory uses a 200-yard zero and 1.5-inch sight height.
What is this ammunition intended for?
It is a jacketed lead-core hunting load for deer and similar medium game.
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.
| UPC | Firearm | Barrel (in) | Average Velocity (fps) | Shots | Temperature | Chronograph | Lot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Submissions are manually reviewed before publication. Results are for reference only.
Last verified: September 20, 2026. Data confidence: manufacturer-verified where explicitly listed; unverified fields are marked “Not found.”


