Caliber matchup
| Metric | 6.5 Creedmoor | .22 LR |
|---|---|---|
| Typical bullet | 140 gr | 40 gr |
| Muzzle velocity | 2700 fps | 1255 fps |
| Muzzle energy | 2266 ft·lb | 140 ft·lb |
| Cost per round | $0.95 | $0.08 |
| Recoil | Moderate-light | None |
| Introduced | 2007 | 1887 |
| Best role | Long-range / hunting | Training / plinking |
6.5 Creedmoor: High-BC bullets stay supersonic past 1,200 yd; less wind drift than .308.
.22 LR: The cheapest trigger time there is.
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