Hornady Custom Lite Ammunition 308 Winchester 125 Grain SST Polymer Tip 20RD

Hornady Custom Lite 308 Winchester ammunition is built for shooters who want less recoil and muzzle blast without sacrificing the reliable, hard-hitting performance their rifles demand. This 125-grain load pairs the proven SST polymer-tip bullet with modified propellants designed to reduce felt recoil while maintaining the accuracy and lethality hunters and range shooters expect from Hornady. Whether you're working with a rifle that kicks hard, managing follow-up shots on game, or simply looking to shoot more comfortably, Custom Lite gives you a practical solution that still delivers the trajectory and terminal performance needed for medium game at practical hunting ranges.

The 125-grain SST bullet is the heart of this load—a proven design that combines a polymer tip for consistent expansion with a boat-tail design for flatter shooting. By selecting lighter bullets and carefully matched powders, Hornady achieves meaningful recoil reduction compared to standard 308 loads, making these rounds accessible to a wider range of shooters without forcing compromises on where your shot lands or how it performs downrange.

Like all Hornady centerfire rifle ammunition, Custom Lite rounds are loaded with matched components: quality cases, consistent primers, and powders precisely metered for each cartridge. The result is ammunition you can trust for repeatable accuracy, whether you're hunting or shooting on the range. A 20-round box gives you enough rounds to work up loads, sight in, or carry into the field with confidence.

Key Features

• 125-grain SST polymer-tip bullet for reliable expansion and flat trajectory
• Reduced recoil and muzzle blast compared to standard 308 loads
• Modified propellants and lighter bullet weight minimize felt kickback
• Matched components for consistent pressure, velocity, and accuracy
• Suitable for medium game hunting in the 50–300 lb. range
• 20-round box

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Custom Lite ammunition designed to do?

Custom Lite ammunition is engineered to reduce recoil and muzzle blast by using lighter bullets and modified propellants, while maintaining the accuracy and stopping power you expect from Hornady. It's ideal for shooters who want less felt kickback without sacrificing ballistic performance.

Is Hornady Custom Lite 308 suitable for hunting?

Yes. The 125-grain SST bullet is designed for medium game in the 50–300 lb. range. The polymer tip promotes consistent expansion and flat trajectory at practical hunting distances.

How does the 125-grain load compare to standard 308 Winchester loads?

The lighter 125-grain bullet and modified propellant load deliver significantly less recoil and muzzle blast than standard-velocity 308 rounds, making follow-up shots easier to control and the shooting experience more comfortable while maintaining reliable on-target performance.

How many rounds are in a box of Hornady Custom Lite 308?

Each box contains 20 rounds.