.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:
.30 BR
.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 HAM'R
.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 39 (.308) Russian
7.62 x 53 R Fin.
7.82 Warbird
Similar Bullets
Same-caliber projectiles within ±0.003", ±5gr, ±7.5% length and matching lead content from other brands.
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Sellier & Bellot · 180gr · BC 0.498
.308 | 180gr | SPCE
Sellier & Bellot · 180gr · BC 0.298
.308 | 180gr | Grand Slam
Speer · 180gr · BC 0.374
.308 | 180gr | Partition
Nosler · 180gr · BC 0.361
.308 | 180gr | ORYX
Norma · 180gr · BC 0.354
.308 | 175gr | Custom Competition
Nosler · 175gr · BC 0.505
.308 | 181gr | UNI Classic
RWS · 181gr · BC 0.35
.308 | 180gr | PSP Core-Lokt
Remington · 180gr · BC 0.383
.311 | 180gr | FMJ
Sellier & Bellot · 180gr · BC 0.496
.311 | 180gr | Pro-Hunter
Sierra · 180gr · BC 0.411
.308 | 180gr | Expanding Subsonic
MAKER · 180gr · BC 0.33
.308 | 181gr | TUG
Brenneke · 181gr · BC 0.35
Community Load Data for .308 | 180gr | SP
Loads for .308 | 180gr | SP from our community:
11 loads
| cartridge | Powder | Barrel (in) | Charge (gr) | OAL (in) | Max. Pressure (psi) | Muzzle Velocity (fps) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| .30-06 Spring. | IMR IMR 4831 | 24.0 | 54.0 | 3.290 | 47214 (80%) | 2608 |
| .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 | ••.• | 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 |