SKU: HRB30452
UPC: 090255304527
Hornady SST .308 Winchester 165-grain bullets represent a precision reloading component engineered for shooters demanding consistent ballistic performance across diverse shooting applications. The SST (Super Shock Tip) design combines an aerodynamic profile with a polymer tip that initiates rapid, reliable bullet expansion upon impact, making these rounds suitable for both long-range target work and field applications where consistent terminal performance matters.
The 165-grain .308 projectile delivers a balanced velocity and energy profile across common rifle platforms firing the 30-caliber cartridge. Increased bearing surface on the Hornady SST improves rifling contact and reduces fouling buildup during extended shooting sessions, a practical advantage when running high round counts during training or competitive events. The polymer tip maintains secant-ogive geometry that enhances aerodynamic efficiency, translating to flatter trajectories and more stable flight characteristics at extended distances. This 100-count box provides sufficient volume for comprehensive load development or establishing multiple rifle loads with identical components.
Precision reloaders, tactical shooters, and rifle hunters rely on Hornady components for handload consistency and quality control. The 165-grain weight in .308 Winchester sits near the middle of the common spectrum for this caliber, offering an optimal balance between wind drift reduction and recoil management across AR-10 platforms, bolt-action rifles, and precision carbines. Handloading with component bullets allows shooters to tailor velocity, accuracy, and performance to specific barrel lengths and shooting conditions while maintaining strict quality oversight throughout the cartridge assembly process.
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