.308 | 175gr | Hornady AEROMATCH
by Hornady · See details on brand website
The Hornady Aeromatch is a premium projectile designed for precision target shooting, catering to competitive marksmen and demanding reloaders seeking consistent performance. Engineered as a full metal jacket boat tail (FMJ-BT) bullet, its construction emphasizes aerodynamics and uniformity, ensuring tight groupings at extended ranges. While not intended for expansion due to its FMJ design, the Aeromatch excels in delivering deep penetration, making it a versatile option for long-range target applications rather than hunting or self-defense. The bullet's lack of expansion is balanced by its superior weight retention, maintaining structural integrity upon impact with non-deforming targets, a critical factor for repeated accuracy. Reloaders will appreciate the meticulous construction of this projectile, offering match-grade consistency and ease of use in various reloading setups. While not specifically designed for hunting, it can be considered in calibers such as .308 Winchester or .223 Remington for small to medium game. However, users should prioritize appropriate target specifications when selecting this bullet.
Specifications
Weight
175 gr (11.34 g)
Diameter
0.308″ (7.82 mm)
Sectional Density
0.264
BC G1
0.485
Type
AEROMATCH
Min. Twist
1:12.0
Related Load Recipes
Load recipes using .308 | 175gr | AEROMATCH are available in the following cartridges:
.30 Fl. N.E. Purdey
.30 Nosler
.30 R Blaser
.30 Super Fl. H&H
.30 TC
.30-06 Ackley Improved
.30-06 R Stief
.30-06 Spring.
.30-40 Krag
.30-378 Weath. Mag.
.300 Blaser Mag.
.300 CR
.300 H&H Mag.
.300 Lapua Mag.
.300 Norma Mag.
.300 PRC
.300 RCM
.300 Rem. SA Ultra Mag.
.300 Rem. Ultra Mag.
.300 Savage
.300 Weath. Mag.
.300 Win. Mag.
.300 WSM
.308 Marlin Express
.308 Norma Mag.
.308 Win.
.308 Win. Ackley Improved
7.5 x 54 mm MAS
7.5 x 55 Swiss
7.62 UKM
7.62 x 53 R Fin.
7.82 Warbird
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.308 | 175gr | ScenarL
Lapua · 175gr · BC 0.49
.308 | 180gr | Ballistic Silver Tip
Nosler · 180gr · BC 0.507
.308 | 180gr | Elite Hunter
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.311 | 174gr | FMJ BT
Prvi Partizan · 174gr · BC 0.478
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Community Load Data for .308 | 175gr | AEROMATCH
Loads for .308 | 175gr | AEROMATCH from our community:
3 loads
| cartridge | Powder | Barrel (in) | Charge (gr) | OAL (in) | Max. Pressure (psi) | Muzzle Velocity (fps) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori N540 | 22.0 | 42.0 | 2.800 | 48414 (80%) | 2451 |
| .308 Win. | Winchester StaBALL Match | 20.0 | 44.3 | 2.865 | 52199 (87%) | 2500 |
| .308 Win. | Winchester StaBALL Match | 20.0 | 44.5 | 2.865 | 52968 (88%) | 2513 |