
.308 | 180gr | Hornady SP
by Hornady · See details on brand website
The Hornady SP (Soft Point) bullet is designed for hunting and handloading, combining reliable expansion with adequate penetration. Constructed with a soft lead core and a exposed lead tip, it promotes controlled deformation upon impact, delivering reliable terminal performance. Typically employed for medium game hunting such as deer and hogs, the SP bullet is suitable for a variety of calibers, including popular choices like .30-06, .308, and .243. One of the key advantages of the Hornady SP bullet is its ability to provide a balance of accuracy and stopping power, making it a favored choice among hunters. Its consistent performance and terminal ballistic characteristics ensure effective energy transfer and humane kills, establishing it as a trusted option in the field.
Specifications
Weight
180 gr (11.66 g)
Diameter
0.308″ (7.82 mm)
Sectional Density
0.271
BC G1
0.425
Type
SP
Min. Twist
1:14.0
Related Load Recipes
Load recipes using .308 | 180gr | SP are available in the following cartridges:
.308 Win.
.300 Win. Mag.
7.5 x 55 Swiss
.300 Rem. Ultra Mag.
.300 PRC
.300 Weath. Mag.
.30-06 Spring.
.300 Norma Mag.
.300 WSM
.308 Norma Mag.
.308 Win. Ackley Improved
7.62 x 39 (.308) Russian
.30 Nosler
.300 Blaser Mag.
.308 Marlin Express
.30 Fl. N.E. Purdey
.30-378 Weath. Mag.
.300 H&H Mag.
7.82 Warbird
.30 BR
.300 Lapua Mag.
.300 Savage
7.62 UKM
.300 CR
.300 Rem. SA Ultra Mag.
.30 Super Fl. H&H
.30-06 R Stief
.30 TC
.300 RCM
7.62 x 53 R Fin.
7.5 x 54 mm MAS
.30-40 Krag
.30-06 Ackley Improved
.307 Win.
.300 HAM'R
.30 R Blaser
Similar Bullets
Same-caliber projectiles within ±0.003", ±5gr and matching lead content from other brands.
.308 | 180gr | Bondstrike
Norma · 180gr · BC 0.615
.308 | 175gr | MaxRange Target OTM
Lapua · 175gr · BC 0.581
.308 | 175gr | Sub-X
Hornady · 175gr · BC 0.3
.308 | 178gr | ELD-X
Hornady · 178gr · BC 0.552
.308 | 180gr | GameKing
Sierra · 180gr · BC 0.501
.308 | 180gr | FMJ-BT
Sellier & Bellot · 180gr · BC 0.498
.308 | 175gr | Custom Competition
Nosler · 175gr · BC 0.505
.308 | 180gr | InterLock RN
Hornady · 180gr · BC 0.241
.308 | 180gr | SST InterLock
Hornady · 180gr · BC 0.48
.308 | 180gr | Scirocco
Swift · 180gr · BC 0.52
.311 | 180gr | FMJ
Sellier & Bellot · 180gr · BC 0.496
.308 | 180gr | BTSP
Hornady · 180gr · BC 0.452
Community Load Data for .308 | 180gr | SP
Loads for .308 | 180gr | SP from our community:
10 loads
| cartridge | Powder | Barrel (in) | Charge (gr) | OAL (in) | Max. Pressure (psi) | Muzzle Velocity (fps) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| .30-06 Spring. | Somchem S365 | 23.0 | 55.0 | 3.228 | 49403 (84%) | 2661 |
| .30-06 Spring. | Somchem S365 | 23.0 | 53.0 | 3.228 | 42785 (73%) | 2559 |
| .30-06 Spring. | Somchem S365 | 23.0 | 52.0 | 3.228 | 40331 (69%) | 2513 |
| .30-40 Krag | IMR 4064 | 26.0 | ••.• | 3.089 | 39668 (84%) | 2434 |
| .300 Win. Mag. | Winchester StaBALL HD | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.346 | 43497 (70%) | 2881 |
| .300 Win. Mag. | Winchester StaBALL HD | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.346 | 49821 (80%) | 2949 |
| .308 Win. | Norma 203B | 24.1 | ••.• | 2.770 | 53998 (90%) | 2589 |
| .308 Win. | Somchem S335 | 24.1 | ••.• | 2.770 | 50009 (83%) | 2438 |
| .30-06 Spring. | Accurate Powders 2700 | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.340 | 56333 (96%) | 2628 |
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori N150 | 22.0 | ••.• | 2.807 | 47181 (78%) | 2415 |