Sierra 7.62mm 30 Cal 150gr RN

Sierra 7.62mm 30 Cal 150gr RN

The Sierra 7.62mm 30 Cal 150gr RN is a heavy-round-nose component bullet engineered for serious hunters and precision handloading in .30-caliber rifles and handguns. Featuring a .308‑inch diameter and 150‑grain weight, this bullet offers deep penetration and reliable performance at short to medium ranges—particularly effective in dense cover or adverse conditions.

In rifle cartridges, the 150gr RN excels when quick shots and substantial penetration are required on medium and heavy game such as whitetail deer and black bears. Its shorter round-nose form allows rifles to stabilize heavier bullets more easily than longer Spitzer-profile bullets of the same weight. The 150 grain #2135 provides pinpoint accuracy and dependable performance in fast-paced hunting situations.

Constructed with a precise jacket and lead core, the bullet maintains uniform concentricity and tight tolerances, ensuring consistent pressures and sub‑MOA accuracy. Its balanced design yields deep wound channels and controlled penetration at typical bullet velocities.

In handgun use, the 150gr RN functions as a non-expanding projectile at standard velocities. It is well-suited for applications where heavy momentum and stability are required—such as Handgun Metallic Silhouette competitions. Its compact length provides better stabilization in slower-twist barrels, offering superior accuracy compared to longer Spitzer bullets of equivalent weight.

Manufactured to Sierra’s exacting standards—150.0 grains, 0.308″ diameter—the bullet includes a cannelure for reliable crimping in revolvers and lever-action platforms. As a component bullet, it grants handloaders full control over powder, primer, and seating depth—enabling tailored performance for hunting or competition. It is not factory-loaded ammunition but a purpose-built round-nose component for heavy .30-caliber use.