148: 6.5 Creedmoor vs 30-06 Comparison

I’ve got another cartridge comparison episode for you today. In this episode we’re going to talk about the 6.5 Creedmoor and how it compares to the .30-06 Springfield. Both offer certain advantages to hunters, but there are some significant differences between the two cartridges you should be aware of. In today’s episode, I’m going to discuss the pros and cons of the 6.5 Creedmoor vs 30-06 so you can make an informed decision on which one is best for you.

Article Referenced In Show: 6.5 Creedmoor vs 30-06 Springfield: Review And Comparison – Blog article referenced in podcast

Best 6.5 Creedmoor Ammo – 6.5 Creedmoor Hunting Ammo Recommendations

Best 6.5 Creedmoor Rifles– 6.5 Creedmoor Hunting Rifle Recommendations

Best 30-06 Springfield Ammo – 30-06 Springfield Hunting Ammo Recommendations

Best Hunting Rifle Slings - Hunting Rifle Sling Recommendations

Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/65creedmoorvs3006springfield/

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What We Covered

1) History of the 6.5 Creedmoor and .30-06 Springfield cartridges.

2) How the cartridges compare to each other in terms of external dimensions, trajectory, recoil, and accuracy.

3) Compare ammo and rifle choices in each cartridge.

4) Pros and cons of hunting with each cartridge.

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