HSM Trophy Gold Extended Range 6.5x55 Swedish 130 gr Berger Hunting VLD Match 20 Per Box/ 25 Case 65X55130VLD

Manufacturer: Hsm Ammunition
SKU: 870564
Manufacturer part number: 65X55130VLD
UPC: 837306005428
Availability: 17 in stock
Old price: $60.00
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Bring modern long-range precision to a legendary cartridge with HSM Trophy Gold Extended Range 6.5x55 Swedish 130gr Berger Hunting VLD Match—a premium factory load designed to help the classic 6.5x55 Swede perform like a true extended-range hunting round. Built around Berger’s renowned Hunting VLD (Very Low Drag) bullet, this ammunition is engineered for shooters who want flatter trajectory, improved wind resistance, and match-grade consistency without the time and variability of handloading. If you’re running a modern 6.5x55 hunting rifle—or a well-built classic with a good barrel—this load is built to unlock the cartridge’s best strengths: efficiency, accuracy, and downrange stability.

This product is 65X55130VLD with UPC 837306005428, packaged 20 rounds per box and 25 boxes per case (500 rounds per case).

The 6.5x55 Swedish—classic efficiency meets modern extended-range design

The 6.5x55 Swedish has earned its reputation over more than a century for being accurate, easy to shoot, and exceptionally efficient on game. What makes it so relevant today is how well it pairs with modern high-BC 6.5mm bullets. The cartridge’s mild recoil and excellent ballistic efficiency make it ideal for:

  • Hunters who want precision at distance without punishing recoil

  • Shooters who value consistent follow-through and spotting impacts

  • Anyone who appreciates a cartridge that performs above its velocity class due to bullet efficiency

When loaded with a streamlined Berger VLD, the 6.5x55 becomes an extended-range-capable hunting cartridge that feels both traditional and modern at the same time.

Berger Hunting VLD Match: very low drag for flatter trajectory and less wind drift

At the heart of this load is the 130-grain Berger Hunting VLD Match projectile. “VLD” means Very Low Drag, and that aerodynamic design is exactly what matters when you’re shooting farther than typical woods distances.

A VLD-style bullet helps you:

  • Maintain velocity farther downrange

  • Reduce wind drift compared to lower-BC hunting bullets

  • Hold a flatter trajectory for simpler elevation management

  • Build more repeatable dope for real hunting conditions

For hunters in open country—or anyone who deals with steady wind—Berger’s VLD profile is a proven way to increase hit probability and maintain performance at distance.

130 grains: the practical sweet spot for 6.5mm hunting

The 130gr weight class is widely respected in 6.5mm cartridges because it balances:

  • High ballistic efficiency

  • Strong downrange stability

  • Manageable recoil

  • Versatility for hunting and precision practice

It’s heavy enough to carry momentum and resist wind while still fast enough to keep trajectory flatter and make real-world holds easier.

Trophy Gold Extended Range: premium factory ammo for serious shooters

HSM’s Trophy Gold Extended Range line is built for shooters who want premium components and consistent performance in a factory-loaded cartridge. The goal is simple: produce ammunition that can deliver precision-friendly results—tight groups, stable velocities, and predictable ballistics—so you can zero once, confirm dope, and hunt confidently.

This is an excellent option for:

  • Hunters who want a reliable factory load with Berger performance

  • Shooters who prefer factory consistency over handload variability

  • Anyone building a long-range capable 6.5x55 setup for the season

Perfect for open-country hunting, precision practice, and dope validation

This load is ideal for:

  • Mountain and canyon hunts where distance and wind matter

  • Open fields and cuts where bullet efficiency helps reduce drift

  • Precision practice with hunting-appropriate bullets

  • Standardizing your rifle’s dope with one consistent load

If you’re serious about getting predictable performance from your 6.5x55, a premium VLD factory load is one of the easiest ways to get there.

Packaging: 20 rounds per box / 25 per case

This ammunition is packaged in a practical format for both testing and stocking:

  • 20 rounds per box

  • 25 boxes per case

  • 500 rounds per case

That’s ideal for pre-season verification, building a consistent lot supply, and keeping enough ammunition on hand for multiple hunts or multiple rifles.

SEO-friendly product identifiers and specs

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  • Brand: HSM Ammunition

  • Line: Trophy Gold Extended Range

  • Cartridge: 6.5x55 Swedish (6.5x55 Swede)

  • Bullet: Berger Hunting VLD Match

  • Bullet Weight: 130 grain

  • Rounds Per Box: 20

  • Boxes Per Case: 25

  • Rounds Per Case: 500

  • Item / SKU: 65X55130VLD

  • UPC: 837306005428

  • Common Search Terms: HSM Trophy Gold 6.5x55, 65X55130VLD, Berger 130gr VLD 6.5x55 ammo, extended range 6.5x55 hunting ammo, 837306005428

The bottom line

If you want to modernize the legendary 6.5x55 Swedish with a premium, long-range capable factory load, the HSM Trophy Gold Extended Range 6.5x55 Swedish 130gr Berger Hunting VLD Match (65X55130VLD / 837306005428) is built for that mission. It combines the Swede’s smooth-shooting efficiency with Berger’s VLD aerodynamics to deliver a flat, wind-capable, precision-oriented hunting cartridge—ready to take from the bench to the field with confidence.

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CategoryAmmo
ManufacturerHsm Ammunition
SubCategoryRifle Ammo
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