.308 | 180gr | Hornady SP bullet load data

.308 | 180gr | Hornady SP

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SP
Contains lead
SKU: 3070
Twist: 1:14.0

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:

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Community Load Data for .308 | 180gr | SP

Loads for .308 | 180gr | SP from our community:

10 loads

cartridgePowderBarrel (in)Charge (gr)OAL (in)Max. Pressure (psi)Muzzle Velocity (fps)
.30-06 Spring.Somchem S36523.055.03.22849403 (84%)2661
.30-06 Spring.Somchem S36523.053.03.22842785 (73%)2559
.30-06 Spring.Somchem S36523.052.03.22840331 (69%)2513
.30-40 KragIMR 406426.0••.•3.08939668 (84%)2434
.300 Win. Mag.Winchester StaBALL HD24.0••.•3.34643497 (70%)2881
.300 Win. Mag.Winchester StaBALL HD24.0••.•3.34649821 (80%)2949
.308 Win.Norma 203B24.1••.•2.77053998 (90%)2589
.308 Win.Somchem S33524.1••.•2.77050009 (83%)2438
.30-06 Spring.Accurate Powders 270024.0••.•3.34056333 (96%)2628
.308 Win.Vihtavuori N15022.0••.•2.80747181 (78%)2415