Sierra 264 Cal 6.5mm 142gr HPBT MatchKing

Sierra 264 Cal 6.5mm 142gr HPBT MatchKing

The Sierra 264 Cal 6.5mm 142gr HPBT MatchKing is a precision component bullet crafted for long-range target shooters and competitive rifle users seeking superior aerodynamic efficiency and match-grade consistency in 6.5 mm .264‑inch platforms. Featuring a hollow-point Spitzer boat-tail design with a 142‑grain weight, this bullet excels in precision disciplines like HighPower, silhouette, and modern target shooting.

Reviving interest in the classic 6.5×55 Swedish and similar sporter rifles, the 142gr #1742 bullet is engineered with a longer ogive radius than the 140gr #1740 MatchKing. This translates to a higher ballistic coefficient and lower crosswind drift—making it ideal for competitive shooting or precision long-range engagement scenarios.

Manufactured to Sierra’s stringent component tolerances—142.0 grains weight, 0.264″ diameter, approximately 1.090″ overall length, and a sectional density near 0.267—the bullet features a refined Spitzer ogive, hollow-point cavity, and boat-tail base. Uniform jacket thickness and tight concentricity support repeatable chamber pressures, consistent seating, and sub‑MOA accuracy in tuned handloads.

Optimized for barrels with twist rates between 1:8 and 1:9 and velocities from 2,700 to 3,000 fps, the Sierra 264 Cal 6.5mm 142gr HPBT MatchKing delivers flat trajectories, stable flight, and elite wind resistance—suitable for precision silhoutte, HighPower, and benchrest competitions.

Although MatchKing bullets are world-renowned for record-setting accuracy, they are not recommended for most hunting scenarios. Their HPBT construction, while excellent for precision and varmint use, lacks the explosive terminal expansion characteristic of lightly jacketed Hornet, BlitzKing, or Varminter bullets at equivalent velocities. Handloaders should choose MatchKing for target performance and select other Sierra lines when explosive expansion is desired.