.308 | 165gr | 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
165 gr (10.69 g)
Diameter
0.308″ (7.82 mm)
Sectional Density
0.248
BC G1
0.44
Type
CX
Min. Twist
1:11.0
Related Load Recipes
Load recipes using .308 | 165gr | CX are available in the following cartridges:
.308 Win. Ackley Improved
.30-06 Spring.
.308 Win.
.300 CR
.300 Lapua Mag.
7.5 x 55 Swiss
.300 PRC
.300 Weath. Mag.
.300 Win. Mag.
.300 Norma Mag.
.308 Norma Mag.
.30 Nosler
.300 Blaser Mag.
.30-378 Weath. Mag.
7.82 Warbird
.300 H&H Mag.
7.62 UKM
.30 TC
.30 Super Fl. H&H
.300 Rem. SA Ultra Mag.
.30-06 R Stief
.300 RCM
7.62 x 53 R Fin.
7.5 x 54 mm MAS
.30-06 Ackley Improved
.300 WSM
.30-40 Krag
.30 Fl. N.E. Purdey
.300 Savage
.300 Rem. Ultra Mag.
.30 R Blaser
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Community Load Data for .308 | 165gr | CX
Loads for .308 | 165gr | CX from our community:
22 loads
| cartridge | Powder | Barrel (in) | Charge (gr) | OAL (in) | Max. Pressure (psi) | Muzzle Velocity (fps) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| .300 Win. Mag. | Winchester StaBALL HD | 24.0 | 76.5 | 3.340 | 7 (0%) | 3025 |
| .300 WSM | Reload Swiss RS 60 | 23.6 | 63.0 | 2.850 | 8 (0%) | 3048 |
| .308 Win. | Reload Swiss ReloadSwiss RS 40 | 24.0 | 34.3 | 2.758 | 5 (0%) | 2349 |
| .300 WSM | Reload Swiss RS 60 | 23.6 | ••.• | 2.850 | 7 (0%) | 2917 |
| .300 WSM | Reload Swiss RS 60 | 23.6 | ••.• | 2.860 | 7 (0%) | 2894 |
| .308 Win. | Reload Swiss RS 52 | 20.1 | ••.• | 2.835 | 7 (0%) | 2503 |
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori N140 | 20.1 | ••.• | 2.835 | 6 (0%) | 2388 |
| .308 Win. | Reload Swiss RS 40 | 20.5 | ••.• | 2.819 | 11 (0%) | 2779 |
| .308 Win. | Hodgdon Hodgdon CFE223 | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.758 | 56855 (94%) | 2753 |
| .30-06 Spring. | Vihtavuori N140 | 20.0 | ••.• | 3.209 | 46891 (80%) | 2500 |
| .30-06 Spring. | Vihtavuori N140 | 20.0 | ••.• | 3.209 | 47834 (81%) | 2513 |
| .30-06 Spring. | Vihtavuori N140 | 20.0 | ••.• | 3.209 | 52156 (89%) | 2575 |
| .30-06 Spring. | Reload Swiss RS 60 | 20.0 | ••.• | 3.209 | 52663 (90%) | 2740 |
| .30-06 Spring. | Vihtavuori Vihtavuori N140 | 20.0 | ••.• | 3.327 | 47630 (81%) | 2520 |
| .30-06 Spring. | Reload Swiss RS 60 | 23.6 | ••.• | 3.291 | 51880 (88%) | 2835 |
| .308 Win. | Reload Swiss RS 40 | 20.5 | ••.• | 2.800 | 8 (0%) | 2526 |
| .308 Win. | Reload Swiss RS 40 | 20.5 | ••.• | 2.800 | 8 (0%) | 2582 |
| .300 WSM | Hodgdon Superformance | 24.4 | ••.• | 2.831 | 9 (0%) | 3077 |
| .308 Win. | Reload Swiss RS 52 | 20.5 | ••.• | 2.795 | 8 (0%) | 2648 |
| .308 Win. | Reload Swiss RS 52 | 20.5 | ••.• | 2.795 | 7 (0%) | 2530 |
| .300 Win. Mag. | Norma MRP | 23.6 | ••.• | 3.340 | 48443 (78%) | 2972 |
| .300 Win. Mag. | Norma MRP | 23.6 | ••.• | 3.340 | 51401 (82%) | 2995 |