Winchester Ballistic Silvertip Ammunition 6.8 Western 170 Grain Polymer Tip 20RD

Winchester Ballistic Silvertip 6.8 Western ammunition combines a 170-grain polymer-tip bullet with proven design principles built for hunters who demand both accuracy and terminal performance. The 6.8 Western cartridge has earned respect among serious hunters for its ability to balance velocity with recoil management, and this load leverages that platform with a bullet engineered for the field. Each box contains 20 rounds ready to load into your rifle.

The Ballistic Silvertip bullet features an alloyed lead core and thick copper base designed to retain weight during penetration, driving deep into vital zones while the contoured jacket controls expansion. This is the engineering behind controlled energy transfer—the bullet peels back upon impact but holds together the core, focusing knockdown effect where it counts. For hunters taking game at varied ranges, this balance between deep penetration and energy management matters.

The boattail design and high ballistic coefficient work together to overcome air resistance, delivering flatter trajectories and more consistent velocity at extended range. If you hunt terrain where 200+ yard shots are routine, or you simply want ammunition that shoots predictably from 100 to 300 yards, this architecture pays off in the field. Winchester's long track record with this bullet design means you're loading ammunition built on genuine field experience, not just laboratory theory.

Key Features

• 170-grain polymer-tip bullet with controlled expansion for reliable performance on big game
• Alloyed lead core and thick copper base engineered for weight retention and deep penetration
• Boattail design with high ballistic coefficient for flatter shooting at distance
• Contoured jacket design that holds together the core while managing knockdown energy
• 20 rounds per box

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What rifle do I use this ammunition in?

6.8 Western ammunition is chambered in rifles specifically built for that cartridge. Check your rifle's markings or consult your owner's manual to confirm chambering before loading.

Is this ammunition suitable for hunting?

Yes. The Ballistic Silvertip load is designed with controlled expansion and deep penetration characteristics intended for hunting applications.

What makes the boattail design important?

The boattail shape and high ballistic coefficient reduce air resistance, which helps the bullet maintain velocity and shoot flatter at longer distances—useful when hunting at extended range.

How many rounds are in a box?

Each box contains 20 rounds.