Berger Elite Hunter 25 Caliber 133 Grain Hybrid HPBT Bullets (Box of 100)
- Capacity-Rounds:
- 100
- Style:
- Hollow Point Boat Tail
- Caliber-Gauge:
- 25 Caliber
- Grain:
- 133
- OAL:
- 1.407"
- Quantity:
- 100 Per Box
- Bullet Tip Material:
- Copper
- Jacket Material:
- Copper
- Sectional Density:
- 0.288
- Bullet Diameter:
- 0.257
If you reload for .25-caliber rifles and want a bullet that actually delivers the performance hunters expect, the Berger Elite Hunter 25 Caliber 133 Grain Hybrid HPBT delivers where lighter .25 projectiles have traditionally fallen short. This heavy-for-caliber offering brings real sectional density and ballistic coefficient to the table—two qualities that matter when you're stretching distance or hunting game that demands reliable energy transfer. Built on Berger's hybrid ogive design, which marries tangent and secant geometry, these bullets balance wind-deflection resistance with seating-depth tolerance, so your handloads shoot accurate without excessive finickiness.
The 133-grain weight paired with an efficient cartridge gives you the flat, predictable trajectories that let you hunt confidently across varied terrain—whether that's open country or timbered draws. The sleek profile minimizes drag and maximizes retained velocity downrange, while the construction is engineered for consistent terminal performance and energy delivery on game. Reloaders appreciate that Elite Hunters are straightforward to load; you're not fighting inconsistency or chasing seating-depth adjustments to find accuracy.
This box of 100 rounds worth of components represents a meaningful step up for shooters running .25-caliber platforms who've been limited to lighter bullets in the past. Whether you're developing loads for hunting season or fine-tuning your long-range rifle, these bullets give you the ballistic advantages that serious reloaders expect from Berger's engineering.
Key Features
- Heavy-for-caliber 133-grain weight brings genuine sectional density to .25-caliber reloading
- Hybrid ogive design reduces wind drift and minimizes seating-depth sensitivity
- High ballistic coefficient for flatter trajectories and consistent downrange performance
- HPBT (Hollow Point Boat Tail) profile optimized for accuracy and terminal performance
- Box of 100 bullets—ready to load and shoot
Specifications
| Caliber | .25 |
| Weight | 133 grains |
| Bullet Style | Hybrid HPBT (Hollow Point Boat Tail) |
| Quantity per Box | 100 |
| Manufacturer | Berger |
Frequently Asked Questions
What .25-caliber cartridges can I use these bullets with?
These 133-grain projectiles are designed for .25-caliber rifle platforms. Verify compatibility with your specific cartridge (such as .25-06 Remington, .257 Roberts, or similar) by consulting published reloading data before assembling loads.
Are these bullets suitable for hunting?
Yes. The Elite Hunter line is purpose-built for hunting applications. The 133-grain weight and terminal design are engineered for energy transfer and consistent performance on game.
What makes the hybrid ogive different from a standard bullet shape?
Berger's hybrid ogive blends tangent and secant geometry to reduce wind sensitivity and tolerate minor variations in seating depth without sacrificing accuracy—making load development more forgiving than some traditional profiles.
How many bullets are in a box?
Each box contains 100 bullets, giving you enough components for a full reloading session or to build a solid supply for practice and hunting.

