Hornady 30 Cal 150gr SST

Hornady 30 Cal 150gr SST

The Hornady 30 Cal 150gr SST is a high-performance bullet component crafted for handloaders seeking long-range precision, controlled expansion, and reliable terminal effect in .30-caliber cartridges. Featuring a .308‑inch diameter and a weight of 150gr, the 30 Cal 150gr SST utilizes Hornady’s SST (Super Shock Tip) design with a polymer tip and boat-tail base, delivering a flat trajectory and consistent accuracy in applications ranging from .30-06 Springfield to .308 Winchester.

With its sleek spire-point profile and polymer tip, the Hornady 30 Cal 150gr SST offers superior aerodynamic performance. The SST design ensures a high G1 ballistic coefficient near 0.435, improving downrange energy retention, extended-range accuracy, and bullet stability. Handloaders using the 30 Cal 150gr SST in magnum or standard 1:10 to 1:11 twist rifles can expect predictable flight characteristics and repeatable precision.

Designed for cartridges like .30-06, .308, and 7.62×51 NATO, the 30 Cal 150gr SST performs well across a variety of hunting and shooting scenarios. Its bonded-core and hollow point structure promote reliable expansion and deep penetration, even at velocities between 2,700–2,900 fps. The 30 Cal 150gr SST maintains structural integrity and delivers controlled, terminal reliability on game such as deer, elk, and antelope.

Handloaders benefit from the consistent dimensions, concentricity, and seating depth control of the 30 Cal 150gr SST. The precision-molded polymer tip and uniform boat-tail base support stable barrel harmonics and tight groups. Whether loading for precision benchrest or serious field hunting, the 30 Cal 150gr SST provides accuracy and shot-to-shot consistency.

In field testing, the Hornady 30 Cal 150gr SST delivers deep wound channels and retained bullet mass, thanks to its bonded SST design. Its controlled expansion makes it an excellent choice for ethical takedowns, reducing over-expansion while preserving terminal energy. Hunters using the 30 Cal 150gr SST report dependable penetration and clean recoveries, even through challenging anatomy.

Manufactured at Hornady’s Grand Island, Nebraska facility, each 30 Cal 150gr SST component is meticulously produced with tight quality controls. Sold as bullets only, they require handloaders to pair them with appropriate brass, powder, and primers. Overall, the Hornady 30 Cal 150gr SST offers a proven combination of aerodynamic precision, bonded-core durability, and effective terminal performance for serious shooters and hunters.