NOSLER 308 WIN - 165 GR - BT - 20 RDS/BOX
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NOSLER 308 WIN - 165 GR - BT - 20 RDS/BOX
The Nosler Ballistic Tip .308 Winchester 165-grain ammunition delivers the precision, terminal performance, and consistency that serious deer, antelope, and hog hunters demand from every round they carry into the field.
- 165-grain Ballistic Tip bullet optimized for devastating, controlled expansion on game
- Muzzle velocity of 2,800 fps delivers flat trajectory and hard-hitting downrange energy
- Polymer tip initiates rapid, reliable expansion even at lower impact velocities
- Solid base and tapered jacket design prevent bullet deformation during feeding
- Precision brass casings and consistent powder charges ensure shot-to-shot accuracy
- 20 rounds per box — ideal for hunting seasons and pre-season range zeroing
Who This Is For
This load is purpose-built for hunters pursuing whitetail deer, mule deer, pronghorn antelope, and wild hogs with a .308 Winchester rifle. Whether you're shooting across open plains or threading shots through timber, the Nosler Ballistic Tip 165-grain offers the flat-shooting performance and reliable terminal expansion that ethical, one-shot kills require. It's also a trusted choice for hunters who want a proven factory load that matches handload-level consistency right out of the box.
Specifications
| Brand | Nosler |
|---|---|
| Caliber | .308 Winchester |
| Bullet Weight | 165 Grain |
| Bullet Type | Ballistic Tip (BT) |
| Muzzle Velocity | 2,800 fps |
| Muzzle Energy | 2,872 ft-lbs |
| Ballistic Coefficient (G1) | 0.475 |
| Sectional Density | 0.248 |
| Casing Material | Brass |
| Rounds Per Box | 20 |
| Intended Game | Deer, Antelope, Hogs |
| Part Number | 40063 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the Nosler Ballistic Tip different from standard soft-point hunting ammo?
The polymer tip of the Ballistic Tip bullet serves two key purposes: it protects the bullet's nose from deformation during feeding and magazine cycling, and it acts as a wedge that initiates rapid, uniform expansion on impact — even at the reduced velocities common at longer ranges. Combined with a tapered, interlock-style jacket, this design delivers more consistent terminal performance than traditional soft-point bullets, particularly on deer-sized game.
Is the 165-grain .308 Win load suitable for longer-range hunting shots?
Yes. The 165-grain bullet strikes an excellent balance between velocity, energy retention, and ballistic coefficient (G1: 0.475), making it well-suited for shots out to 400+ yards on deer and antelope when fired from a scoped .308 Win rifle. Its 2,800 fps muzzle velocity produces a relatively flat trajectory, and the Ballistic Tip is engineered to expand reliably even at the lower impact velocities experienced at extended distances.
Will this ammunition cycle reliably in semi-automatic .308 rifles like the AR-10?
Nosler Ballistic Tip ammunition is loaded to SAAMI-specification pressures and uses high-quality brass casings, making it compatible with bolt-action and semi-automatic .308 Winchester platforms, including AR-10-pattern rifles. The solid, protected polymer tip also resists tip deformation in box magazines, which can be a reliability concern with exposed soft-point bullets in semi-auto magazine stacks.
- Caliber:
- 308 WIN
- Bullet Weight:
- 165 GR
- Bullet Type:
- BT
- Type:
- Rifle Ammunition
- Box Quantity:
- 20
- Case Quantity:
- 200
- Lead Free:
- No
