HRNDY 308WIN 150GR SST SPF 20/200

Description

Hornady’s Superformance line exists to solve a specific problem: hunters and long-range shooters who want more velocity out of standard cartridges without handloading or moving to a magnum. This .308 Winchester load pushes a 150-grain SST bullet to 3,000 fps from a standard rifle barrel, a figure achieved through a proprietary propellant blend rather than higher peak pressure, which means gas-operated platforms remain within normal operating parameters.

The SST projectile — Super Shock Tip — uses a polymer tip seated over a lead core and an interlock ring that locks the core to the jacket during expansion. On impact, the tip drives rearward, initiating rapid, controlled expansion across a wide velocity range. That consistency matters at extended ranges where terminal velocity is lower, giving the bullet reliable expansion even when shots land farther out than planned. The 150-grain weight sits at a practical middle ground in .308: light enough to maintain a flat trajectory at hunting distances, heavy enough to carry energy into medium and large game.

At a ballistic coefficient of 0.415 and a sectional density of 0.226, the bullet retains velocity reasonably well and penetrates with authority before the jacket fully peels back. Brass casings mean the brass can be reloaded, and the primers are standard boxer-primed — a practical consideration for anyone who saves brass. Each box contains 20 rounds, and the ammunition ships in cases of 200.