Hornady Match Bullets .30 Cal .308" 168 Gr Bthp 1800/Ct
$625.53
Hornady Match .30 caliber 168-grain boat-tail hollow point bullets are precision rifle ammunition components engineered for reloaders who demand match-grade accuracy. Built with Hornady's proprietary AMP (Advanced Manufacturing Process) jackets, these .308-inch bullets combine exceptional concentricity control and wall-thickness uniformity—the foundation of predictable, repeatable performance downrange. Whether you're loading for a competition rifle, long-range hunting platform, or precision rifle range session, a box of 1800 rounds gives you the volume needed for load development and serious trigger time.
The 168-grain weight and boat-tail profile were designed to work together: the boat-tail geometry boosts ballistic coefficient and stabilizes flight, while the secant ogive profile keeps drag low and trajectory flat. Pair that with swaged lead cores manufactured to tight tolerances, and you get the consistency that separates good groups from great ones. These aren't generic surplus bullets—they're built to the same standards Hornady applies to their Match factory ammunition, which means minimal shot-to-shot velocity variation and minimal impact shifts as velocity changes.
Reloaders choosing Hornady Match bullets are investing in components that reward precision handloading. Tight case prep, attention to charge weight, and consistent seating will show in tighter groups. For .308 Winchester, 7.62 NATO, or any .30-06-family cartridge, the 168-grain Match bullet is the go-to weight for precision work at distance.
Key Features
- Advanced Manufacturing Process (AMP) jackets with virtually zero tolerance for concentricity
- Near-zero wall-thickness variation for consistent performance
- Swaged lead core for uniformity and balance
- Secant ogive profile for optimized ballistic coefficient and flat trajectory
- Boat-tail design engineered to maximize accuracy and flight stability
- 1800 rounds per box—volume for load work and extended range sessions
Specifications
| Caliber | .30 caliber |
| Bullet Diameter | .308" |
| Weight | 168 grains |
| Style | Boat-tail Hollow Point |
| Count | 1800 per box |
Frequently Asked Questions
What cartridges can I reload with .308" 168-grain bullets?
.308 Winchester (7.62 NATO) and other .30-caliber cartridges such as .30-06 Springfield will use .308" diameter bullets. Consult your reloading manual to confirm application and data for your specific cartridge.
Why do precision reloaders choose Match bullets?
Hornady Match bullets are manufactured to tighter tolerances than standard bullets—especially in jacket concentricity and wall thickness. This consistency means your handload variables (powder charge, primer, case) have less noise to fight through, resulting in smaller velocity spreads and tighter groups.
What does the boat-tail hollow point design do?
The boat-tail reduces drag and improves ballistic coefficient, flattening trajectory at distance. The hollow point provides expansion on impact for hunting applications, and the secant ogive geometry optimizes bearing surface contact in the bore for stable, accurate flight.
Is 1800 rounds enough for load development?
1800 bullets is a healthy quantity for developing and refining a precision load. You can typically work through several powder charges, primers, and seating depths with room left for practice and verification once you've settled on your final load.
