Hornady Custom Horn 81513 6.5Grn 90 Cx 20/10
Hornady Custom 6.5 Grendel ammunition with 90-grain CX bullets delivers the precision and terminal performance serious rifle hunters and shooters expect from a factory load. Built on Hornady's reputation for meticulous quality control, each round is hand inspected before packaging to meet consistent performance standards. The CX bullet—engineered for reliable expansion and deep penetration—makes this load a dependable choice for hunting applications where accuracy and energy retention matter.
The 6.5 Grendel cartridge has earned a devoted following among hunters who appreciate its efficiency in intermediate-range work and its favorable recoil characteristics. This ammunition pairs that proven platform with a bullet design built to perform on game, giving you the confidence to take shots when conditions are right. Whether you're working a tree stand, glassing from a ridge, or setting up at a distant shooting position, having ammunition you trust loaded and ready reduces one variable from an already complex equation.
Hornady's Custom line occupies the middle ground between mass-produced commodity ammo and premium offerings—you get hand-inspected quality without the premium price tag. That philosophy has resonated with hunters for decades, and it shows in the field results. Each box contains 20 rounds, packaged in groups of 10 for convenient handling and organization in your gear.
Key Features
- 90-grain CX bullet engineered for expansion and penetration
- Hand-inspected rounds before packaging for quality assurance
- 6.5 Grendel chambering—efficient, low-recoil intermediate cartridge
- 20 rounds per box, packed in two 10-round sleeves
- Factory-loaded precision comparable to handloaded ammunition
Specifications
| Cartridge | 6.5 Grendel |
| Bullet Weight | 90 grains |
| Bullet Type | CX |
| Rounds Per Box | 20 |
| Packing Configuration | 2 sleeves of 10 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a CX bullet and how does it perform on game?
The CX bullet is Hornady's proprietary design engineered for reliable expansion and penetration. It's built to deliver consistent energy transfer on hunting-weight game at the ranges typical of 6.5 Grendel use.
Is Hornady Custom ammunition suitable for hunting?
Yes. Hornady Custom ammunition is specifically loaded for hunting applications and has a long track record in the field. Each round is hand-inspected to ensure quality and consistency, giving hunters confidence in performance when it counts.
What's included in each box?
Each box contains 20 rounds of loaded ammunition, arranged in two convenient 10-round sleeves for organization and transport.
Why choose 6.5 Grendel for hunting?
The 6.5 Grendel is an efficient intermediate cartridge known for moderate recoil and good terminal performance at typical hunting distances. It's popular among hunters who value ease of shooting and practical accuracy without excessive power or noise.

