25-06 Ballistics Tables From Common Manufacturers

By Wes Littlefield

Last Updated: Apr 1, 2026

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You found our in-depth look at 25-06 Remington ballistics from several major ammo manufacturers.

Click the links below to jump to your favorite ammo company and reveal the ballistic data you need for your favorite factory load. When you're ready to stock up, feel free to browse our full selection of 25-06 ammo.

25-06 Ballistics Charts

Jump to an ammo company still producing this rifle cartridge: Barnes Bullets | Federal Premium | Fiocchi | Hornady | Nosler | Prvi Partizan | Remington | Winchester

Barnes Bullets

Jump to a ballistics chart: VOR-TX 100 Grain TTSX

VOR-TX 100 Grain TTSX

Federal Premium

Jump to a ballistics chart: 100 Grain TSX | Power-Shok 117 Grain JSP | Fusion 120 Grain SP

100 Grain TSX

Power-Shok 117 Grain JSP

Fusion 120 Grain SP

Fiocchi

Jump to a ballistics chart: Field Dynamics 117 Grain PSP

Field Dynamics 117 Grain PSP

Hornady

Jump to a ballistics chart: Superformance 90 Grain CX | Precision Hunter 110 Grain ELD-X | American Whitetail 117 Grain BTSP | Superformance 117 Grain SST

Superformance 90 Grain CX

Precision Hunter 110 Grain ELD-X

American Whitetail 117 Grain BTSP

Superformance 117 Grain SST

Nosler

Jump to a ballistics chart: Expansion Tip 100 Grain E-Tip | Trophy Grade 100 Grain Partition | Ballistic Tip 115 Grain Ballistic Tip

Expansion Tip 100 Grain E-Tip

Trophy Grade 100 Grain Partition

Ballistic Tip 115 Grain Ballistic Tip

Prvi Partizan (PPU)

Jump to a ballistics chart: 90 Grain HP | 100 Grain PSP

90 Grain HP

100 Grain PSP

Remington

Jump to a ballistics chart: Core-Lokt 100 Grain PSP | Core-Lokt 120 Grain PSP

Core-Lokt 100 Grain PSP

Core-Lokt 120 Grain PSP

Winchester

Jump to a ballistics chart: Ballistic Silvertip 85 Grain Polymer Tip | Super-X 90 Grain Positive Expanding Point | Ballistic Silvertip 115 Grain Polymer Tip | Deer Season XP 117 Grain Polymer Tip | Super-X 120 Grain Positive Expanding Point

Ballistic Silvertip 85 Grain Polymer Tip

Super-X 90 Grain Positive Expanding Point

Ballistic Silvertip 115 Grain Polymer Tip

Deer Season XP 117 Grain Polymer Tip

Super-X 120 Grain Positive Expanding Point

Administrative Note: The information above is provided by ammo manufacturers. Actual ballistics obtained with your firearm can vary considerably from advertised ballistics. Also, ballistics can vary from lot to lot with the same brand and type. When manufacturers' ballistic data were unavailable, they were calculated using a ballistic calculator.

25-06 Trajectory Chart

Trajectory measures the bullet's flight path on its way to the target. Shooters measure trajectory in inches of bullet drop, milliradians (MIL), or minute of angle (MOA).

A flat-shooting cartridge is ideal for long-range shooting and hunting because it requires the person pulling the trigger to make fewer adjustments to compensate for bullet drop. A flat trajectory also means the cartridge will be more forgiving of minute ranging mistakes.

The 25-06 Remington is known for its flat trajectory. A 110 grain ELD-X bullet sighted in at 200 yards will only drop -35 inches at 500 yards. Here is a sample bullet drop chart to give you a general idea of the 25-06 Rem's trajectory.

Note: The chart above shows the performance of one 25-06 Rem load. Actual ballistic performance varies depending on bullet weight, lot, barrel length, and environmental conditions.

25-06 Velocity

Muzzle velocity is the rate at which a bullet exits the barrel. It is measured in feet per second (fps). Generally, longer barrels produce higher muzzle velocities, as their extra length gives exploding propellant more time to exert its energy against the projectile (although other factors are significant).

We can expect 25-06 Rem muzzle velocity to range from 2,975 fps to 3,440 fps, depending on bullet weight and barrel length. The 25-06 does an excellent job of maintaining high velocities downrange. At 500 yards, a 100 grain bullet is still traveling at ~1,986 fps when it leaves the barrel at 3,225 fps.

25-06 Kinetic Energy

Muzzle energy is the amount of force a bullet possesses the moment it leaves the barrel. Kinetic energy is measured in foot-pounds (ft-lbs). Heavier bullets tend to have higher muzzle energy, but lower velocity.

An 85 grain 25-06 bullet gains 2,273 ft-lbs of muzzle energy and conserves 823 ft-lbs at 500 yards. A 120 grain bullet gains 2,382 ft-lbs of muzzle energy and conserves 838 ft-lbs at 500 yards.

25-06 Effective Range

The 25-06 maxes out at ~400 yards for pronghorn and deer hunting, but can be effective on varmints out to ~500 yards. A skilled shooter can make 1,000-yard shots with the 25-06 while target shooting. Most 25-06 loads stay supersonic out to ~1,000 yards.

How Do 25-06 Ballistics Compare to Other Rifle Cartridges?

The 25-06 compares to several other rifle cartridges, such as the 30-06 Springfield, 6.5 Creedmoor, 243 Winchester, and 6mm Creedmoor.

25-06 vs. 30-06 Springfield

For a detailed breakdown of how these two cartridges compare, see our full 25-06 vs. 30-06 comparison.

25-06 vs. 6.5 Creedmoor

25-06 vs. 243 Winchester

25-06 vs. 6mm Creedmoor

Frequently Asked Questions

The Ammo.com team has compiled and answered some of the most frequently asked questions about 25-06 ballistics.

How Much Does a 25-06 Drop at 300 Yards?

On average, a 25-06 will drop about -6 inches at 300 yards.

Is a 25-06 Better Than a 6.5 Creedmoor?

A 25-06 is better than a 6.5 Creedmoor within 300 yards. The 6.5 Creedmoor is better for long-distance shooting.

What's the Effective Range of a 25-06?

The effective range of a 25-06 is ~400 yards for medium game, ~500 yards for varmints, and ~1,000 yards for target shooting.

What Is a 25-06 Similar To?

A 25-06 is similar to 6mm Creedmoor, 6.5 Creedmoor, 30-06 Springfield, 243 Winchester, and 270 Winchester.

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