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Vld Hunting 30 Caliber (0.308'''') Vld Boat Tail Bullets - 30 Caliber (0.308'''') 155gr Vld Boat Tail 100/Box
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SKU: 749005572
Overview
Built for hunting applications, this Berger bullet is intended for shooters who want a projectile designed to penetrate before expanding on game. Its secant ogive profile is described as reducing drag in flight, supporting flatter trajectory and less wind drift. The hunting version uses a thinner J4 Precision jacket than the target version to promote rapid expansion after impact. It is a practical choice for hunters prioritizing controlled terminal performance in a 30 caliber, 155-grain load.
Why Hunters Choose the Berger Bullets
Hunting Applications
Berger's VLD Hunting bullet profile
Thinner J4
Precision jacket supports rapid expansion
Secant Ogive
Design helps reduce drag during
Built Shoot
Less wind drift
Packaged 100
Bullets per box for range
Key Features
- Berger VLD Hunting Bullet for 30 caliber (.308) applications
- 155-grain VLD Boat Tail bullet, 100 bullets per box
- Uses a thinner J4 Precision jacket for rapid expansion in game use
- Secant ogive design is intended to reduce drag in flight
- Designed to penetrate 2-3 inches before expanding
- Intended to create a large wound cavity up to 15 inches
Best Used For
- Hunters seeking a 30 caliber hunting bullet for game applications requiring rapid expansion after initial penetration.
- Shooters loading for flatter trajectory and reduced wind-drift in long-range hunting setups.
- Users wanting a VLD design with secant ogive for lower drag during flight.
- Hunters prioritizing a bullet described for rapid expansion and large wound cavity creation.
- Reloaders choosing Berger VLD Hunting bullets in 155gr, 100-count box format for 30 caliber rifles.
Specifications
| Bullet Type | Vld Boat Tail |
|---|---|
| Bullet Weight | 155gr |
| Caliber | 30 Caliber (0.308'''') |
| Drag Description | Less drag as it travels to the target |
| Expansion Description | Rapid expansion during game applications |
| Flat Shooting Description | One of the flattest shooting hunting bullets in the industry |
| Intended Use | Hunting |
| Jacket | Thinner J4 Precision jacket |
| Ogive Design | Secant ogive design |
| Penetration Description | Penetrate 2-3a ^2 and then begin to expand |
| Quantity | 100/Box |
| Velocity Description | Higher retained velocity |
| Wind Drift Description | Less wind-drift |
| Wound Cavity Description | Create a massive wound cavity up to 15a ^2 |
Pros
- Designed for hunting applications with Berger's VLD Hunting bullet profile
- Thinner J4 Precision jacket supports rapid expansion on game
- Secant ogive design helps reduce drag during flight
- Built to shoot flatter with less wind drift
- Packaged 100 bullets per box for range or field preparation
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed for hunting use with a thinner J4 Precision jacket, which is intended to promote rapid expansion on game; that can make it less suited to applications where deeper penetration is the priority.
- The secant ogive design is presented as reducing drag, but it may require careful load development and rifle-specific tuning to get the intended performance.
- This is a 155gr .308 caliber bullet, so it should be matched to an appropriate rifle and cartridge setup rather than treated as a universal hunting option.
- Packaged 100 per box, which is practical for dedicated load work but may be more than needed for occasional use.
Suggested Comparisons
- Hunting bullets
- Target bullets
- Big game ammunition components
- Long-range shooting bullets
Suggested Accessories
- Bullet puller
- Reloading press
- Powder scale
- Bullet seating die
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this product and what caliber is it for?
This is Berger VLD Hunting Bullets in 30 caliber (.308). The product title identifies it as 155 grain VLD Boat Tail bullets, packaged 100 per box.
How is the VLD Hunting bullet different from the VLD Target bullet?
According to the provided description, the VLD Hunting Bullet is identical in design to the VLD Target bullet except it uses a thinner J4 Precision jacket for rapid expansion during game applications.
What does the description say about how the bullet performs on game?
The description says the bullet is designed to penetrate 2-3 inches before beginning to expand and create a massive wound cavity up to 15 inches. It also states that hydrostatic shock causes most animals to drop immediately, but that is the manufacturer’s claim in the source data.
What design feature is mentioned for flight characteristics?
The source data says the bullet uses a secant ogive design, which is described as reducing drag as the bullet travels to the target.
What packaging and price information is provided?
The product is listed as 100 bullets per box, with a retail price of $65.99.