Norma 6.5mm Bondstrike Bonded Boat Tail Polymer Tip Bullet .264 143gr 100/ct

The Norma 6.5mm Bondstrike Bonded Boat Tail Polymer Tip bullet gives reloaders a premium component built for consistency and terminal performance. Each 143-grain .264 projectile combines a bonded lead core with a boat tail design and polymer tip—a combination that appeals to hunters and precision shooters working up loads for 6.5 Creedmoor, 6.5 PRC, and similar cartridges. Whether you're assembling ammunition for long-range hunting or competition, these bullets are engineered to shoot straight and deliver reliable expansion when it counts.

Reloading your own ammunition lets you dial in loads tailored to your specific rifle and shooting style, and component quality directly affects your results. Norma's manufacturing focuses on precision and consistency across each box, so you can spend your bench time refining loads rather than chasing runaway velocities or unusual velocities from lot to lot. The bonded construction helps these bullets hold together through barriers and at extended ranges—useful when you're working up hunting loads that need to perform in real-world conditions.

You get 100 bullets per box, which gives you room to develop and test multiple load variations without constantly reordering. The boat tail and polymer tip profile work together to help these bullets fly predictably downrange, a useful trait when you're trying to build accurate ammunition for distance shooting or hunting where precision matters.

Key Features

• 6.5mm/.264 diameter, 143-grain weight—suitable for 6.5 Creedmoor, 6.5 PRC, and related cartridges
• Bonded construction for retained weight and reliable performance through heavy cover or barriers
• Boat tail design aids ballistic coefficient and accuracy downrange
• Polymer tip for aerodynamic flight and consistent feeding in magazine-fed rifles
• 100 bullets per box for comfortable load development and testing

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What rifles and cartridges use 6.5mm/.264 143-grain bullets?

The 143-grain .264 is a popular match for 6.5 Creedmoor, 6.5 PRC, 6.5x55 Swedish, and other 6.5mm cartridges. Verify your specific rifle's twist rate and chamber specs before loading to ensure safe, accurate ammunition.

What does bonded mean, and why does it matter?

A bonded bullet has a lead core mechanically or chemically bonded to the copper jacket, so the two stay together during impact and penetration. This helps the bullet retain weight and energy, especially valuable for hunting larger game or shooting at longer ranges where expansion and consistency are critical.

How many bullets are in a box?

Each box contains 100 bullets, giving you enough components to develop, test, and shoot several complete loads without frequent reordering.

Are these bullets ready to reload right out of the box?

Yes. These are finished bullets ready to seat into your prepared cases. You'll need a reloading press, dies, powder, primers, and cases to complete your ammunition.