.308 | 125gr | Sierra MatchKing
by Sierra · See details on brand website
The Sierra MatchKing bullet is a non-lead-free, highly regarded hollow point boat tail (HPBT) design, recognized for its exceptionally aerodynamic shape and uniformity. Engineered for superior accuracy, the MatchKing features a sleek, elongated profile with a precision-formed boat tail, minimizing drag for stable, long-range trajectories. It is most suitable for competitive target shooting, benchrest, and long-range precision applications, where tight groupings and consistent performance are paramount. Not recommended for hunting due to limited expansion.
Specifications
Weight
125 gr (8.10 g)
Diameter
0.308″ (7.82 mm)
Sectional Density
0.188
BC G1
0.349
Type
MatchKing
Min. Twist
1:12.0
Related Load Recipes
Load recipes using .308 | 125gr | MatchKing are available in the following cartridges:
.308 Norma Mag.
.300 WSM
.300 Win. Mag.
.300 Blaser Mag.
.300 H&H Mag.
.300 Lapua Mag.
.30-06 Ackley Improved
7.5 x 55 Swiss
.300 Weath. Mag.
.30 R Blaser
.300 PRC
7.62 x 53 R Fin.
.300 Norma Mag.
.300 Rem. Ultra Mag.
.30 Nosler
.30-06 Spring.
.308 Win. Ackley Improved
.30-40 Krag
.308 Win.
.300 HAM'R
7.62 x 39 (.308) Russian
.300 Rem. SA Ultra Mag.
.30-06 R Stief
.300 Savage
.300 CR
.308 Marlin Express
.307 Win.
7.5 x 54 mm MAS
7.62 UKM
.30-30 Ackley Improved
.30 Fl. N.E. Purdey
7.82 Warbird
.30 Super Fl. H&H
.30 TC
.30 BR
.30-378 Weath. Mag.
.300 RCM
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Same-caliber projectiles within ±0.003", ±5gr and matching lead content from other brands.
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Sierra · 125gr · BC 0.318
.310 | 125gr | HP TNT
Speer · 125gr · BC 0.341
.311 | 123gr | FCP
CamPro · 123gr · BC 0.262
.310 | 123gr | SST
Hornady · 123gr · BC 0.295
.308 | 125gr | Ballistic Tip Hunting
Nosler · 125gr · BC 0.366
.31 | 123gr | PSP
Prvi Partizan · 123gr · BC 0.275
.311 | 125gr | Pro-Hunter
Sierra · 125gr · BC 0.274
.308 | 123gr | Ballistic Tip Hunting
Nosler · 123gr · BC 0.31
.308 | 125gr | FMJ
X-TREME · 125gr
.308 | 125gr | Tipped MatchKing
Sierra · 125gr · BC 0.343
.311 | 125gr | Spitzer Soft Point
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Community Load Data for .308 | 125gr | MatchKing
Loads for .308 | 125gr | MatchKing from our community:
5 loads
| cartridge | Powder | Barrel (in) | Charge (gr) | OAL (in) | Max. Pressure (psi) | Muzzle Velocity (fps) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| .300 HAM'R | IMR 4227 | 16.2 | 17.9 | 2.260 | 48066 (87%) | 2103 |
| .300 HAM'R | Vihtavuori N110 | 16.2 | 16.9 | 2.260 | 54752 (100%) | 2129 |
| .300 HAM'R | Vihtavuori N110 | 16.2 | 16.7 | 2.260 | 52852 (96%) | 2113 |
| .300 HAM'R | Hodgdon LilGun | 16.2 | ••.• | 2.260 | 54491 (99%) | 2198 |
| .300 HAM'R | Hodgdon LilGun | 16.2 | ••.• | 2.260 | 51532 (94%) | 2172 |