
.308 | 150gr | Hornady CX
by Hornady · See details on brand website
The Hornady ECX bullet is a lead-free, expanding copper alloy projectile engineered for reliable terminal performance and deep penetration. Its sleek, aerodynamic profile ensures high ballistic efficiency, while the distinctive polymer tip enhances accuracy and initiates controlled expansion on impact. Perfect for hunters seeking a non-toxic solution, the ECX bullet is ideal for medium to large game such as deer, antelope, and African plains game, providing excellent energy transfer and consistent results.
Specifications
Weight
150 gr (9.72 g)
Diameter
0.308″ (7.82 mm)
Sectional Density
0.226
BC G1
0.418
Type
CX
Related Load Recipes
Load recipes using .308 | 150gr | CX are available in the following cartridges:
.300 WSM
.30-06 Spring.
.308 Win.
.300 Weath. Mag.
.308 Norma Mag.
.308 Win. Ackley Improved
.30 Nosler
.30 R Blaser
.300 Blaser Mag.
.300 Norma Mag.
.308 Marlin Express
.300 Win. Mag.
.30 Fl. N.E. Purdey
.30-378 Weath. Mag.
.300 H&H Mag.
7.82 Warbird
.300 Lapua Mag.
.300 Savage
7.62 UKM
.300 CR
.300 Rem. SA Ultra Mag.
.30 TC
.30 Super Fl. H&H
.30-06 R Stief
.300 RCM
7.62 x 53 R Fin.
7.5 x 54 mm MAS
.30-40 Krag
7.5 x 55 Swiss
.30-06 Ackley Improved
.300 Rem. Ultra Mag.
.300 PRC
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Community Load Data for .308 | 150gr | CX
Loads for .308 | 150gr | CX from our community:
49 loads
| cartridge | Powder | Barrel (in) | Charge (gr) | OAL (in) | Max. Pressure (psi) | Muzzle Velocity (fps) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori N140 | 20.0 | 42.0 | 2.760 | 45179 (75%) | 2533 |
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori N140 | 20.0 | 41.5 | 2.760 | 43507 (72%) | 2503 |
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori N140 | 20.0 | 42.5 | 2.760 | 46863 (78%) | 2559 |
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori Vihtavuori N140 | 20.1 | ••.• | 2.760 | 45672 (76%) | 2546 |
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori Vihtavuori N140 | 20.1 | ••.• | 2.760 | 44044 (73%) | 2520 |
| .30-06 Spring. | Reload Swiss RS 52 | 20.5 | ••.• | 3.290 | 50340 (86%) | 2822 |
| .30-06 Spring. | Reload Swiss RS 52 | 20.5 | ••.• | 3.290 | 44573 (76%) | 2720 |
| .30-06 Spring. | Reload Swiss RS 52 | 20.5 | ••.• | 3.290 | 34748 (59%) | 2503 |
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori N540 | 16.5 | ••.• | 2.800 | 46170 (77%) | 2457 |
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori N540 | 16.5 | ••.• | 2.800 | 49623 (82%) | 2513 |
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori N540 | 16.5 | ••.• | 2.800 | 42969 (71%) | 2405 |
| .308 Win. | Hodgdon H335 | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.790 | 57526 (96%) | 2749 |
| .308 Win. | Hodgdon H335 | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.800 | 57054 (95%) | 2746 |
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori N540 | 16.5 | ••.• | 2.800 | 53357 (89%) | 2569 |
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori N540 | 16.5 | ••.• | 2.800 | 39994 (66%) | 2349 |
| .30-06 Spring. | Reload Swiss ReloadSwiss RS 60 | 21.7 | ••.• | 3.290 | 54524 (93%) | 2966 |
| .30-06 Spring. | Reload Swiss ReloadSwiss RS 60 | 21.7 | ••.• | 3.290 | 55502 (94%) | 2979 |
| .30-06 Spring. | Reload Swiss ReloadSwiss RS 60 | 21.7 | ••.• | 3.290 | 52337 (89%) | 2930 |
| .308 Win. | Hodgdon H335 | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.750 | 55310 (92%) | 2713 |
| .308 Win. | Alliant Powder Power Pro 1200-R | 16.0 | ••.• | 2.800 | 56265 (93%) | 2661 |
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori N540 | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.800 | 52966 (88%) | 2644 |
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori N130 | 22.0 | ••.• | 2.815 | 52881 (88%) | 2648 |
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori N140 | 21.7 | ••.• | 2.724 | 46628 (77%) | 2598 |
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori N140 | 18.0 | ••.• | 2.800 | 55129 (92%) | 2631 |
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori N140 | 21.8 | ••.• | 2.736 | 48385 (80%) | 2635 |