Bergara is aware that ammunition manufacturers periodically introduce new cartridges and case technologies designed to operate at chamber pressures exceeding the standards established by the Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute (SAAMI) for a given caliber (e.g. Federal Premium 6.5 Creedmoor +Peak cartridge). Because these cartridge pressures haven’t been evaluated under SAAMI’s standard development process, ammunition operating outside SAAMI pressure standards for its caliber should not be used in any Bergara rifle unless Bergara formally confirms compatibility for that model.
Future updates on approved cartridge offerings and the approved max pressure list per model, please visit https://www.bergara.online/us/support/user-manuals/ or contact our customer service team.
Dealers and distributors are asked to share this notice with customers at the point of sale and to refrain from representing any Bergara rifle as compatible with Federal +Peak ammunition until further notice.
We appreciate your attention to this matter and your continued trust in Bergara products. If you have any questions regarding ammunition compatibility or firearm safety, please contact our customer service team.
FAQ: Federal 6.5 Creedmoor +Peak Ammunition Compatibility
What is Federal 6.5 Creedmoor +Peak ammunition?
It is a new cartridge from Federal Premium that uses their Peak Alloy case technology to operate at chamber pressures of approximately 80,000 psi — significantly higher than the Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute (SAAMI) standard 6.5 Creedmoor pressure rating of 62,000 psi. Federal Premium Peak
Can I use 6.5 Creedmoor +Peak ammunition in my rifle?
No. This ammunition is NOT approved for use in any Bergara rifle chambered in 6.5 Creedmoor.
Why isn’t this ammunition approved?
These cartridge pressures haven’t been evaluated under SAAMI’s standard development process, ammunition operating outside SAAMI pressure standards for its caliber should not be used in any rifle unless Bergara formally confirms compatibility for that model.
Is SAAMI involved in evaluating this ammunition?
Yes. SAAMI, through its technical committee, is reviewing the technical issues presented by advanced cartridge case technologies like Peak Alloy. Any future industry standards for this technology will follow SAAMI’s established, consensus-based process. More information is available at saami.org.
Will Bergara approve this ammunition in the future?
Bergara will continue to monitor SAAMI’s standards process and conduct our own evaluation. If and when a specific model is confirmed compatible, we will issue a formal statement.
What ammunition should I use in my rifle in the meantime?
We recommend using only ammunition loaded to standard 6.5 Creedmoor SAAMI or CIP pressure specifications.
Who do I contact with questions about ammunition compatibility?
Approved Pressures by Caliber Manual
Please contact Bergara customer service with any questions regarding ammunition compatibility or firearm safety. www.bpioutdoors.com/contact-us or 770-449-4687.
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