Product Overview
The Federal Fusion 6.5x55 Swedish 156 Grain Soft Point delivers industry-leading terminal performance for deer hunters who demand deep penetration, massive expansion, and exceptional on-target energy transfer with every shot.
- 156-grain soft point bullet optimized for maximum deer-hunting effectiveness
- Electro-chemically bonded copper jacket eliminates core-jacket separation on impact
- Pressure-formed core ensures a perfectly uniform, consistent projectile every time
- Skived, pre-programmed nose delivers reliable, repeatable expansion across velocities
- Industry-leading weight retention provides deep, consistent penetration on big game
- Engineered for accuracy, offering tight groups at hunting distances in the field
Who This Is For
Federal Fusion 6.5x55 Swedish is purpose-built for whitetail, mule deer, and similarly sized big game hunters who rely on the classic 6.5x55 Swedish cartridge. It's an excellent choice for hunters using traditional Scandinavian bolt-action rifles or modern platforms chambered in 6.5x55, who want a proven, molecularly bonded hunting round that won't let them down when it counts most in the field.
Specifications
| Brand | Federal |
|---|---|
| Product Line | Fusion |
| Caliber | 6.5x55 Swedish |
| Bullet Weight | 156 Grain |
| Bullet Type | Soft Point (Bonded) |
| Muzzle Velocity | ~2,550 fps |
| Muzzle Energy | ~2,254 ft-lbs |
| Rounds Per Box | 20 |
| Application | Deer / Big Game Hunting |
| Casing | Brass |
| Primer Type | Boxer |
| Part Number | FEF6555FS2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Federal Fusion different from standard soft point hunting ammunition?
Federal Fusion uses an electro-chemical bonding process that molecularly fuses the copper jacket directly to the lead core. This prevents jacket-core separation on impact — a common failure point in traditional soft points — resulting in dramatically higher weight retention, deeper penetration, and more consistent expansion across a wide range of impact velocities. It was the first rifle ammo engineered exclusively around deer hunting, and the technology shows in real-world performance.
Is the 156-grain bullet weight a good choice for the 6.5x55 Swedish cartridge?
Yes — the 156-grain projectile is on the heavier end of the 6.5x55 spectrum and is an excellent match for the cartridge's long, deep rifling twist rates found in many classic Swede rifles. The added mass improves sectional density and penetration, making it especially effective for larger deer and at moderate to longer hunting ranges where maintaining energy downrange matters most.
How many rounds come in a box, and is this ammunition reloadable?
Each box contains 20 rounds of Federal Fusion 6.5x55 Swedish 156-grain ammunition. The brass casings are Boxer-primed and fully reloadable, making this an economical choice for handloaders who want to stretch the value of quality brass for future reloading once the factory rounds have been fired.
