The Hornady SST 338 caliber 225-grain bullets deliver devastating terminal performance through their polymer tip design that initiates rapid expansion upon impact. These Super Shock Tip projectiles combine the aerodynamic efficiency of a spitzer point with controlled expansion characteristics that maximize energy transfer to the target.
What Makes This Different
The SST design features a polymer tip that drives into the lead core upon impact, creating immediate expansion while the InterLock ring mechanically locks the core and jacket together. This prevents jacket-core separation that commonly occurs with conventional bullets at high velocities. The secant ogive profile reduces drag by up to 40% compared to traditional round nose designs, maintaining velocity and energy downrange.Key Features
- Polymer tip initiates expansion at all practical hunting velocities
- InterLock ring prevents jacket-core separation for maximum weight retention
- Secant ogive boat-tail design reduces drag and wind drift
- 225-grain weight optimized for .338 Winchester Magnum and similar cartridges
- Cannelure provides consistent bullet seating depth and crimp retention
- Lead core construction ensures reliable expansion across velocity ranges
- Bulk packaging of 100 bullets reduces per-unit cost for high-volume reloaders
Technical Specs
- Caliber: .338 inch diameter
- Weight: 225 grains
- Bullet Type: Super Shock Tip (SST) with polymer tip
- Construction: Lead core with gilding metal jacket
- Profile: Secant ogive boat-tail
- Quantity: 100 bullets per box
- Ballistic Coefficient: Approximately 0.515 (G1)
- Recommended twist rate: 1:10 inch or faster
- Country of Origin: United States
