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The Berger 30 Cal .308 210 grain VLD Hunting bullet is what happens when a dedicated target bullet gets reworked for the field. It carries the same proven very low drag shape that made Berger famous on the firing line, then pairs it with a thinner jacket designed to open up on game. The result is a .308 diameter projectile that shoots flat, bucks wind, and delivers serious terminal performance when you stretch the distance out past where most hunting bullets start to fall apart.
The heart of this bullet is its long secant ogive, the nose shape that gives the VLD line its reputation. That profile cuts drag so the bullet holds velocity longer and drifts less in a crosswind. The numbers back it up: a G1 ballistic coefficient of 0.625 and a G7 of 0.32, with a sectional density of 0.316 and a boat tail base that helps retain energy all the way downrange. At 1.47 inches overall length and .308 diameter, it stacks a lot of weight behind a sleek shape.
This is where the hunting version earns its name. Built on a J4 Precision hunting jacket, the bullet is engineered to penetrate the first 2 to 3 inches before it begins to expand. Once inside the vitals it sheds a large portion of its mass and dumps energy fast, creating a wound cavity that drops game quickly. It is a favorite for long range elk, deer, and other big game where you need reliable expansion at lower impact velocities.
Twist rate matters with this one. Berger calls for a 1:11 inch twist or faster to fully stabilize the 210 grain pill and reach its published BC. Seating depth is also worth your attention since the secant nose can be particular; many handloaders find their sweet spot touching or just off the rifling and tune from there. Supplied as a 100 count box of components for your own load development.
Berger lists a minimum twist rate of 1:11 inches or faster to fully stabilize this 210 grain bullet. A slower twist may still group acceptably, but you likely will not see the published ballistic coefficient since the bullet needs to be fully stabilized to fly to its numbers. If your rifle has a 1:11 or faster barrel, you are in good shape.
This is the VLD Hunting model, part number 30515. It shares the same external shape as the VLD Target bullet but uses a thinner J4 hunting jacket for rapid expansion on game. The target version is a separate item with its own part number.
It is designed to penetrate roughly 2 to 3 inches before it begins to expand, then sheds a significant portion of its mass to create a large internal wound cavity. That energy dump and hydrostatic shock is what makes it effective on deer, elk, and similar big game. The high BC also means it holds enough velocity for reliable expansion at extended range.
No, these bullets do not have a cannelure. They are match-grade projectiles intended for handloading, so you have full control over seating depth. Many reloaders tune seating depth carefully with the VLD since the secant nose tends to be sensitive to how far it sits off the rifling.
| UPC | 679459305150 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 30515 |
| Bullet Caliber | .30 Caliber |
| Caliber/Gauge | .30 Caliber |
| Grains | 210 |
| Quantity | 100 Per Box |
| Shipping Weight | 3.1 |
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