Hornady 8mm 170gr SST

Hornady 8mm 170gr SST

The Hornady 8mm 170gr SST is a precision bullet component engineered for serious handloaders pursuing long-range accuracy, flat trajectory, and reliable terminal performance in 8mm cartridges. Featuring a .323-inch diameter and weighing 170gr, the 8mm 170gr SST employs Hornady’s Super Shock Tip design, combining a polymer tip and boat‑tail base to deliver consistent flight characteristics and retained energy over extended distances. With the 8mm 170gr SST, shooters can expect elevated downrange speed and impact consistency in platforms like 8mm Remington Magnum and 8×68mm S.

The aerodynamic profile of the 8mm 170gr SST includes a sleek secant ogive and precisely seated polymer tip, which minimizes drag and improves ballistic coefficient—approximately 0.415 G1. This offers flatter trajectories and increased wind resistance. When loaded to velocities between 2,900 and 3,000 fps, the 8mm 170gr SST delivers reliable energy retention for challenging shots on elk, moose, and other large game, ensuring ethical terminal performance.

Designed for barrels with standard 1:10 to 1:11 twist rates, the Hornady 8mm 170gr SST stabilizes consistently in bolt-action and controlled-feed rifles. The uniform bearing surface, concentric dimensions, and consistent moulding quality help ensure repeatable seating depth and velocity. Handloaders using the 8mm 170gr SST report tight groups across multiple sessions, making it a trusted choice for both match and hunting loads in the 8mm caliber class.

In field conditions, the Hornady 8mm 170gr SST delivers excellent terminal effect thanks to its bonded core and controlled expansion design. The hollow point structure initiates predictable mushrooming while retaining structural integrity through dense muscle and moderate bone. Hunters note that the 8mm 170gr SST maintains consistent penetration and clean wound channels, even at ranges beyond 300 yards.

Manufactured at Hornady’s Grand Island, Nebraska facility, each 8mm 170gr SST bullet is sold as a component only, requiring reloaders to source compatible brass, powder, and primers. Strict quality control ensures uniform weight, tip alignment, and concentricity from bullet to bullet. Overall, the Hornady 8mm 170gr SST offers a superior blend of precision, aerodynamic stability, and terminal consistency, making it a reliable choice for serious handloaders in 8mm long-range and big-game cartridges.