AR-15 Ballistic Gel Test at 100 & 425 Yards | 6.5 Grendel 129gr Nosler AccuBond-LR

In this video, we put the 6.5 Grendel to the test using the 129 grain Nosler AccuBond-LR fired from an AR-15 platform. We shoot ballistic gel blocks at 100 yards and 425 yards to see how this hunting bullet performs at close and extended ranges.

We’ll cover:
✅ Bullet expansion & penetration
✅ Energy transfer at both distances
✅ Real-world performance for hunting applications

Test Conditions:
Caliber: 6.5 Grendel | 22” Barrel
Bullet: 129gr Nosler AccuBond LR (.530 BC)
Muzzle Velocity: 2,487 FPS
Muzzle Energy: 1,771 ft/lb
Distances Tested: 100 & 425 yards
Gel: 10% FBI standard ballistic gelatin
Weather: 80°F | 85% Humidity | 29.8 inHg

The 6.5 Grendel has become a favorite AR-15 caliber for hunting deer, hogs, and other medium game thanks to its flat trajectory and excellent long-range capability. Watch as we break down how the 129gr Nosler AccuBond-LR holds up when it counts!

If you’re researching 6.5 Grendel hunting ammo or wondering if the AccuBond-LR is the right bullet for your AR-15, this test will give you real ballistic data and gel results.

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0:00 Intro
0:35 Setup
1:29 100 Yard Gel Test
4:30 425 Yard Gel Test
7:48 Range Performance Comparison
9:13 Outro