Hybrid Target 30 Caliber (0.308'''') Hybrid Boat Tail Bullets - Hybrid Target 30 Caliber (0.308'''') 185gr Hybrid Bt 100/Box

Name: Hybrid Target 30 Caliber (0.308'''') Hybrid Boat Tail Bullets - Hybrid Target 30 Caliber (0.308'''') 185gr Hybrid Bt 100/Box
Brand: Berger Bullets
SKU: 100008982
Price: 62.99 USD
Availability: InStock

Overview

Built for precision rifle shooters who want a 30 caliber .308" projectile with a refined nose profile, this 185-grain hybrid boat tail bullet is designed around Berger’s Hybrid concept. The combination of tangent and secant ogive sections is intended to reduce seating-depth sensitivity while maintaining an efficient shape for wind. It is a practical choice for target work where consistent setup and careful load development matter. Packaged 100 per box, it suits shooters who prefer a dedicated component for precision-oriented rifle applications.

Why Hunters Choose the Berger Bullets

Hybrid Nose

Design combines tangent and secant

Tangent Ogive

Section is less sensitive to

Secant Ogive

Profile is described as efficient

Designed Through

Collaboration between Berger's ballistician and

Offered 30

Caliber, 185 grain, 100-count box

Key Features

Hybrid design combines tangent and secant ogive shapes in the nose.
Tangent ogive section is less sensitive to seating depth.
Secant ogive section is the same style used on VLD bullets.
Designed for 30 caliber (.308) applications.
185 grain bullet weight.
Packaged 100 bullets per box.

Best Used For

Precision rifle shooters who want a bullet less sensitive to seating depth adjustments.
Long-range hunters prioritizing a hybrid nose design for wind-efficient flight characteristics.
Reloaders tuning .308 caliber loads for consistent performance across seating depth variations.
Serious shooters seeking Berger Hybrid bullets in a 185-grain, 100-count box.

Specifications

Bearing Surface	Present
Bullet Type	Hybrid Boat Tail
Bullet Weight	185gr
Caliber	30 Caliber (0.308'''')
Design	Hybrid
Ogive	Tangent and secant ogive
Quantity	100/Box
Seating Depth Sensitivity	Less sensitive to seating depth

Pros

Hybrid nose design combines tangent and secant ogive sections.
Tangent ogive section is less sensitive to seating depth.
Secant ogive profile is described as efficient in the wind.
Designed through collaboration between Berger's ballistician and bullet maker.
Offered in 30 caliber, 185 grain, 100-count box.

Considerations & Trade-offs

Designed around a hybrid nose profile, so it may require load development to find the seating depth your rifle prefers.
The secant-ogive section is described as wind-efficient, but that same style can be more load-sensitive than simpler bullet shapes in some setups.
This is a target bullet, so it is oriented toward precision use rather than general-purpose hunting versatility.
Performance depends heavily on the partnership between ballistic design and bullet maker, so results can vary with rifle and handload configuration.

Suggested Comparisons

Match-grade rifle bullets
Long-range target shooting ammunition components
.30 caliber bullet components
Boat tail bullet designs

Suggested Accessories

Bullet comparator
Reloading press
Powder scale
Bullet storage box

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Hybrid design different from a standard bullet profile?

The Hybrid design combines two nose shapes: a tangent ogive that begins as the bearing surface ends, then transitions into a secant ogive.

Is this bullet designed to be less sensitive to seating depth?

Yes. The tangent section of the ogive is described as making the bullet much less sensitive to seating depth.

What is the benefit of the secant ogive portion?

The secant ogive is described as very efficient in the wind, and the description notes that this is part of why the VLD became popular.

What caliber and weight is this product?

It is a 30 caliber (.308) bullet in 185 grain weight, sold as 100 bullets per box.

Who makes this bullet?

The manufacturer listed is Berger Bullets.