S&B .308 WIN. PTS HORNADY 11,7 G

S&B .308 Win. PTS Hornady with an 11.7-gram or 180-grain polymer-tipped hunting bullet cartridge for hunting medium and large game. The PTS bullet developed by Hornady is designed for rapid expansion and efficient energy transfer, while its aerodynamic shape and ballistic coefficient G1 0.495 help maintain speed and trajectory stability.

Suitable for use with

• .308 Winchester caliber hunting rifles

• Hunting medium and large game

• Hunters who prefer a heavier 180-grain bullet

• Forested and variable-range hunting terrains

• Hunting applications requiring controlled expansion

• For use when caliber, bullet type, and energy meet the requirements for the game being hunted

Why choose S&B .308 Win. PTS Hornady?

• PTS hunting bullet developed and manufactured by Hornady

• 11.70 g or 180 gr bullet weight

• Polymer tip initiates rapid bullet expansion

• Efficient energy transfer

• Aerodynamic shape helps maintain speed

• Good trajectory stability

• Ballistic coefficient G1 0.495

• Ballistic coefficient G7 0.250

• Muzzle velocity 765 m/s

• Muzzle energy 3424 J

• Manufacturer MRD value 159 m

• 20 cartridges per box

• Factory-loaded Sellier & Bellot hunting cartridge

Technical specifications

• Caliber: .308 Winchester

• Bullet type: PTS

• Bullet construction: polymer-tipped expanding hunting bullet

• Bullet manufacturer: Hornady

• Bullet core: lead

• Bullet weight: 11.70 g / 180 gr

• Bullet number: 30702

• Sectional density: 0.271 lb/in²

• Ballistic coefficient: G1 0.495

• Ballistic coefficient: G7 0.250

• Manufacturer MRD value: 159 m

• Total cartridge weight: 26.1 g

• Cartridge length: 69.80 mm

• Estimated power factor: 451.8 kgr·fps

• +P load: no

• Test barrel length: 600 mm

• Cartridges per box: 20

Ballistic data

• At muzzle: 765 m/s and 3424 J

• At 100 m: 707 m/s and 2923 J

• At 200 m: 652 m/s and 2483 J

• At 300 m: 599 m/s and 2096 J

• At 400 m: 548 m/s and 1757 J

The manufacturer's ballistic values are measured with a 600 mm test barrel. Actual velocity and energy depend on barrel length, firearm construction, ammunition batch, and weather and measurement conditions.

Trajectory reference data

Manufacturer's published points of impact with sights adjusted for 100 meters:

• 50 m: –0.2 cm

• 100 m: 0.0 cm

• 200 m: –14.7 cm

• 300 m: –52.5 cm

• 400 m: –117.8 cm

With the manufacturer's MRD setting, calculated distance 159 m:

• 50 m: +1.7 cm

• 100 m: +3.8 cm

• 200 m: –7.1 cm

• 300 m: –41.1 cm

• 400 m: –102.6 cm

These are manufacturer reference data, not guaranteed points of impact for a specific firearm. The actual trajectory must be confirmed with the firearm, optics, and the same batch of ammunition used.

Packaging

• Cartridges per box: 20

• Boxes per transport case: 25

• Cartridges per transport case: 500

• Box dimensions: 133.5 × 28.5 × 74 mm

• Approximate box weight: 0.58 kg

• Transport case dimensions: 190 × 335 × 150 mm

• Approximate transport case weight: 14.7 kg

Frequently Asked Questions

What does PTS mean?

PTS is a polymer-tipped expanding hunting bullet. The polymer tip improves the bullet's aerodynamic shape and helps initiate rapid expansion and energy transfer upon impact.

Is the PTS bullet lead-free?

No. This PTS bullet has a lead core. If you require a lead-free alternative, you should choose, for example, the monolithic S&B TXRG eXergy load.

What does a bullet weight of 180 gr mean?

Grain (gr) is a unit of bullet weight. This cartridge's 180-grain bullet weighs 11.7 grams. It is a relatively heavy hunting bullet for .308 Winchester.

How do PTS and FMJ differ?

PTS is an expanding hunting bullet designed for energy transfer to game. FMJ is a non-expanding full metal jacket bullet, mainly used for training and target shooting. FMJ is not a direct alternative to the PTS hunting bullet.

Can a .308 Winchester cartridge be used in a 7.62×51 NATO firearm?

Not based solely on the external similarity of the cartridges. Use this cartridge in a 7.62×51 NATO-marked firearm only if the firearm manufacturer explicitly allows the use of .308 Winchester ammunition. Always check the firearm's caliber marking and user manual.

Do the manufacturer's trajectory data apply exactly to every firearm?

No. The manufacturer's values are measured with a 600 mm test barrel. A different barrel length, optic height, weather, and the individual characteristics of the firearm can affect both speed and point of impact.

Is the cartridge suitable for hunting at 400 meters?

Ballistic data are published up to 400 meters, but this does not automatically mean it is a suitable hunting distance. Responsible shooting distance depends on the shooter's skills, firearm accuracy, game animal, weather, and sufficient bullet speed and energy at the point of impact.

When is the S&B .308 Win. PTS Hornady the right choice?

This load is suitable for hunters who want a heavier 180-grain expanding bullet for .308 Winchester. The polymer tip, muzzle energy of 3424 J, and good ballistic coefficient provide a versatile combination for forested and variable-range hunting terrains.

TXRG eXergy is a better choice if a lead-free monolithic bullet is required. A lighter 150- or 165-grain load may offer higher initial velocity and a flatter trajectory, while the 180-grain PTS retains energy well and provides rapid expansion.

Expert recommendation

Before purchasing a larger quantity, check the accuracy of the cartridge in your firearm. Ammunition with different bullet weights, constructions, or manufacturers can produce noticeably different points of impact even with the same sight settings. Hunting ammunition should always be individually zeroed and its actual trajectory confirmed at appropriate distances.

Use only ammunition corresponding to the marking on the firearm's chamber. Before hunting, check that the bullet type and energy meet the requirements for the game species. Always wear hearing and eye protection when shooting and keep ammunition dry, cool, and out of reach of unauthorized persons.

Heavy polymer-tipped .308 Winchester hunting cartridge

S&B .308 Win. PTS Hornady 11.7 g combines a 180-grain hunting bullet, rapid expansion, and good speed retention. It is a practical choice for hunters who want a powerful, stable-trajectory expanding hunting load for .308 Winchester.