
.311 | 180gr | Speer Hot-Cor
by Speer · See details on brand website
The Speer Hot-Cor bullet is known for its unique construction that blends a lead core with a copper jacket, designed for optimal performance in various hunting applications. These bullets are typically used in hunting medium to large game, making them a favorite among handloaders and hunters. The Hot-Cor design promotes controlled expansion upon impact, providing reliable terminal ballistics that enhance stopping power. Suitable calibers range widely, accommodating popular hunting rounds. Advantages include quick expansion, deep penetration, and consistent accuracy, making Hot-Cor bullets an excellent choice for those seeking effectiveness in the field.
Specifications
Weight
180 gr (11.66 g)
Diameter
0.311″ (7.90 mm)
Sectional Density
0.266
BC G1
0.328
Type
Hot-Cor
Min. Twist
1:17.0
Related Load Recipes
Load recipes using .311 | 180gr | Hot-Cor are available in the following cartridges:
.308 Win. Ackley Improved
.308 Win.
.30-06 Spring.
.300 WSM
.308 Norma Mag.
7.65 x 53 Arg./Belg. Mauser
.300 Win. Mag.
7.62 x 54 R Russian Nagant
.30 R Blaser
.300 Blaser Mag.
.300 Weath. Mag.
.300 PRC
.300 Norma Mag.
.300 Lapua Mag.
.30 Nosler
.30-30 Ackley Improved
.300 Rem. Ultra Mag.
.30-30 Win.
7.7 x 58 mm Arisaka
7.62 x 39 (M43) Russian
7.62 x 39 (.308) Russian
.300 AAC Blackout
7.82 Warbird
.303 Savage
.30-06 R Stief
.300 H&H Mag.
.30-378 Weath. Mag.
.30 Fl. N.E. Purdey
.307 Win.
7.62 UKM
.300 Rem. SA Ultra Mag.
.30 BR
.300 CR
.300 Savage
.30 Super Fl. H&H
7.62 x 53 R Fin.
.300 RCM
.300 HAM'R
7.5 x 54 mm MAS
.30-06 Ackley Improved
.30-40 Krag
.308 Marlin Express
.30 TC
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.308 | 180gr | VULKAN
Norma · 180gr · BC 0.31
.308 | 180gr | SST InterLock
Hornady · 180gr · BC 0.48
.308 | 180gr | Bondstrike
Norma · 180gr · BC 0.615
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Sierra · 175gr · BC 0.505
.308 | 178gr | ELD-Match
Hornady · 178gr · BC 0.547
.308 | 185gr | Juggernaut Target
Berger · 185gr · BC 0.555
.308 | 175gr | Custom Competition
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.311 | 180gr | SP BT
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Community Load Data for .311 | 180gr | Hot-Cor
Loads for .311 | 180gr | Hot-Cor from our community:
2 loads
| cartridge | Powder | Barrel (in) | Charge (gr) | OAL (in) | Max. Pressure (psi) | Muzzle Velocity (fps) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7.7 x 58 mm Arisaka | Hodgdon VARGET | 22.0 | 44.0 | 3.100 | 40712 (91%) | 2398 |
| 7.7 x 58 mm Arisaka | Hodgdon VARGET | 20.0 | 43.0 | 3.100 | 42177 (94%) | 2352 |