.311 | 180gr | Sellier & Bellot FMJ
The Sellier & Bellot FMJ (Full Metal Jacket) bullet is designed for optimal performance in both hunting and shooting sports. Its construction features a lead core encased in a metal jacket, which improves penetration and reduces lead fouling in the barrel. Typical applications include target shooting, training, and small to medium game hunting. The FMJ design provides reliable feeding and accuracy, making it suitable for a variety of calibers commonly used in hunting and shooting. It is particularly effective against game such as deer, antelope, and small predators. Advantages include predictable terminal ballistics, improved range, and reduced barrel wear, making it a solid choice for handloaders seeking a dependable bullet for their ammunition needs.
Specifications
Weight
180 gr (11.66 g)
Diameter
0.311″ (7.90 mm)
Sectional Density
0.266
BC G1
0.496
Type
FMJ
Min. Twist
1:13.0
Related Load Recipes
Load recipes using .311 | 180gr | FMJ are available in the following cartridges:
.300 WSM
.308 Norma Mag.
.300 H&H Mag.
.300 CR
.308 Win. Ackley Improved
.30 TC
.30-06 Spring.
.308 Win.
.300 Win. Mag.
.300 Blaser Mag.
.300 Weath. Mag.
.300 Savage
.300 Rem. Ultra Mag.
.308 Marlin Express
.30 Nosler
7.82 Warbird
.30 Fl. N.E. Purdey
7.7 x 58 mm Arisaka
.30-378 Weath. Mag.
.30 Super Fl. H&H
7.62 UKM
7.5 x 54 mm MAS
.300 RCM
.300 Rem. SA Ultra Mag.
.30-06 Ackley Improved
.30 R Blaser
7.65 x 53 Arg./Belg. Mauser
.300 Norma Mag.
7.62 x 53 R Fin.
.30-40 Krag
.300 Lapua Mag.
.30-06 R Stief
7.62 x 54 R Russian Nagant
.300 PRC
Similar Bullets
Same-caliber projectiles within ±0.003", ±5gr and matching lead content from other brands.
.308 | 178gr | ELD-Match
Hornady · 178gr · BC 0.547
.308 | 180gr | FMJ-BT
Sellier & Bellot · 180gr · BC 0.498
.308 | 180gr | SPCE
Sellier & Bellot · 180gr · BC 0.298
.308 | 180gr | Bondstrike
Norma · 180gr · BC 0.615
.308 | 178gr | ELD-X
Hornady · 178gr · BC 0.552
.308 | 175gr | Sub-X
Hornady · 175gr · BC 0.3
.308 | 180gr | SST InterLock
Hornady · 180gr · BC 0.48
.308 | 175gr | MaxRange Target OTM
Lapua · 175gr · BC 0.581
.308 | 180gr | RN
Speer · 180gr · BC 0.312
.308 | 180gr | InterLock RN
Hornady · 180gr · BC 0.241
.308 | 180gr | Grand Slam
Speer · 180gr · BC 0.374
.308 | 180gr | Silvertip
Winchester · 180gr · BC 0.311
Community Load Data for .311 | 180gr | FMJ
Loads for .311 | 180gr | FMJ from our community:
15 loads
| cartridge | Powder | Barrel (in) | Charge (gr) | OAL (in) | Max. Pressure (psi) | Muzzle Velocity (fps) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7.62 x 54 R Russian Nagant | Vihtavuori N140 | 29.1 | 43.5 | 2.913 | 43536 (77%) | 2543 |
| 7.62 x 54 R Russian Nagant | Vihtavuori N140 | 20.2 | 44.3 | 3.000 | 43514 (77%) | 2372 |
| 7.62 x 54 R Russian Nagant | Vihtavuori N150 | 20.2 | 45.0 | 2.953 | 38123 (67%) | 2290 |
| 7.62 x 54 R Russian Nagant | Vihtavuori N150 | 20.2 | ••.• | 2.953 | 33589 (59%) | 2195 |
| 7.62 x 54 R Russian Nagant | Vihtavuori N140 | 29.1 | ••.• | 2.913 | 43738 (77%) | 2546 |
| 7.62 x 54 R Russian Nagant | Vihtavuori N140 | 20.2 | ••.• | 2.953 | 41316 (73%) | 2329 |
| 7.62 x 54 R Russian Nagant | Vihtavuori N140 | 20.2 | ••.• | 2.953 | 44738 (79%) | 2388 |
| 7.62 x 54 R Russian Nagant | Vihtavuori N150 | 20.2 | ••.• | 2.953 | 34676 (61%) | 2218 |
| 7.62 x 54 R Russian Nagant | Vihtavuori N540 | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.994 | 48221 (85%) | 2552 |
| 7.62 x 39 (M43) Russian | Vihtavuori N120 | 18.5 | ••.• | 2.190 | 41292 (80%) | 1854 |
| .308 Win. | Norma 203B | 20.1 | ••.• | 2.817 | 55172 (92%) | 2523 |
| .308 Win. | Norma 203B | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.758 | 59408 (99%) | 2654 |
| .308 Win. | Norma 203B | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.758 | 51634 (86%) | 2552 |
| .303 British | Somchem S341 | 15.0 | ••.• | 3.074 | 36622 (69%) | 2031 |
| .303 British | Somchem S355 | 15.0 | ••.• | 3.074 | 37565 (71%) | 2067 |