Ammo Reports Team
| Official Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Nosler |
| Cartridge | 6.5 Creedmoor |
| Product Line | Match Grade |
| Bullet Name / Bullet Type | 140 gr HPBT RDF |
| Bullet Weight | 140 gr |
| SKU / Part Number / Item Number | 60115 |
| UPC | 054041601153 |
| Rounds per Box | 20 |
| Muzzle Velocity | 2,650 fps |
| Muzzle Energy | 2,183 ft-lbs |
| Ballistic Coefficient G1 | Not found |
| Ballistic Coefficient G7 | Not found |
| Case Material | Nosler Premium Brass |
| Primer | Not found |
| Reloadable | Not found |
| Test Barrel Length | 24 in (1:8 in twist) |
| Zero Distance | 100 yd |
| Sight Height | 1.5 in |
| Intended Use | Target / Match |
| Product Status | Current Nosler catalog |
| Closest Competitors | Hornady Match 6.5 Creedmoor 140 gr ELD Match Federal Gold Medal 6.5 Creedmoor 140 gr Sierra MatchKing PPU Supreme Line 6.5 Creedmoor 140 gr Sierra MatchKing HPBT Berger Target 6.5 Creedmoor 156 gr Hybrid Nosler Match Grade 6.5 Creedmoor 140 gr Custom Competition HPBT |
Data is based on official manufacturer sources. Found an error? Send us the source link.
Overview
Nosler Match Grade SKU 60115 loads a 140-grain RDF hollow-point boat-tail bullet in Nosler Premium Brass. Nosler positions it as a high-ballistic-efficiency target and match load and publishes official trajectory data through 800 yards. Official product page: Nosler.
Official Ballistics
Manufacturer-published data from a 24-inch, 1:8-inch-twist test barrel. Trajectory is Nosler’s 100-yard-zero table with a 1.5-inch sight height. Nosler does not publish numerical wind-drift values for this SKU, so no wind column is shown.
| Distance (yd) | Velocity (fps) | Energy (ft-lbs) | Trajectory (in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 2650 | 2183 | -1.5 |
| 100 | 2518 | 1970 | 0 |
| 200 | 2384 | 1767 | -4.0 |
| 300 | 2255 | 1581 | -14.1 |
| 400 | 2131 | 1411 | -31.0 |
| 500 | 2010 | 1256 | -55.7 |
| 600 | 1893 | 1114 | -88.9 |
| 700 | 1779 | 984 | -131.8 |
| 800 | 1669 | 866 | -185.8 |
Bullet Design and Intended Use
Nosler states that the RDF bullet uses a long, drag-reducing boat-tail and a small, consistent meplat. The design is intended to produce a flat trajectory and reduced wind drift, although the current ammunition page does not publish numerical wind-drift values.
- Designed for target, match, and long-range competition use.
- The official muzzle velocity is 2,650 fps from a 24-inch barrel.
- Lead-core construction – not lead-free.
- Numeric wind drift is not published, so it is not inferred.
Competitors
| Load | Positioning |
|---|---|
| Hornady Match 6.5 Creedmoor 140 gr ELD Match | 140 gr polymer-tip match alternative. |
| Federal Gold Medal 6.5 Creedmoor 140 gr Sierra MatchKing | 140 gr Sierra MatchKing premium match load. |
| PPU Supreme Line 6.5 Creedmoor 140 gr Sierra MatchKing HPBT | 140 gr Sierra MatchKing target alternative. |
| Berger Target 6.5 Creedmoor 156 gr Hybrid | Heavier 156 gr hybrid target load. |
| Nosler Match Grade 6.5 Creedmoor 140 gr Custom Competition HPBT | Nosler’s 140 gr Custom Competition match load. |
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FAQ
Nosler RDF vs Hornady ELD Match – what is the practical difference?
They are different 140 gr match-bullet designs loaded to different factory specifications. Compare the official trajectory, verified rifle accuracy, and reliable feeding in your rifle rather than relying on an unsupported BC comparison.
What design features does Nosler publish for the RDF?
Nosler describes a long drag-reducing boat-tail and a small, consistent hollow-point meplat. These features are intended to improve aerodynamic efficiency and long-range consistency.
Why do RDF and Custom Competition have the same muzzle velocity?
Nosler publishes 2,650 fps for both exact 140 gr factory loads from a 24-inch barrel. Their downrange tables differ because the bullet shapes have different aerodynamic performance.
Does Nosler publish G1, G7, or numerical wind drift for SKU 60115?
The current official ammunition page does not display G1, G7, or numeric wind-drift values. This review therefore omits the wind column and lists both BC fields as Not found.
Is the RDF a hunting bullet?
Nosler lists this ammunition for Target/Match use. RDF is a match bullet and is not presented by Nosler as a controlled-expansion hunting design.
Submit Your Data – Real-World Results
Manufacturer figures are measured under controlled conditions. Barrel length, chamber, temperature, ammunition lot, and chronograph setup can change real-world velocity.
| UPC # | Firearm | Barrel (in) | Avg Velocity (fps) | Shots | Temp (°F) | Chronograph | Lot | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 054041601153 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | No data yet |
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Last verified against the current Nosler product page: September 20, 2026. Data confidence: High for manufacturer-published specifications and trajectory.
