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HSM Trophy Gold ammunition pairs precision engineering with Berger's proven Very Low Drag hunting bullets to give you the performance of a quality handload right out of the box. The 210-grain Berger VLD is built for hunting beyond 300 yards where shot placement meets ballistics.
The secant ogive profile on these bullets minimizes drag as they travel downrange, resulting in flatter trajectories and reduced wind drift compared to conventional hunting rounds. The aerodynamic boat-tail design extends effective range and helps retain velocity in the thin air at elevation. This is ammunition engineered for hunters who've invested time in range work and understand their rifle's capabilities.
The 210-grain bullet is designed to penetrate 2 to 3 inches before beginning expansion, then sheds 40 to 85 percent of its weight as shrapnel into surrounding tissue. This creates a wound cavity measuring 13 to 15 inches through the vitals, with the hydrostatic shock effect doing the heavy lifting. The J4 Precision hunting jacket is thinner than match-grade counterparts, allowing rapid expansion at hunting velocities while maintaining structural integrity.
Each round is loaded with matched components to deliver shot-to-shot consistency. The ammo ships in 20-round boxes with reloadable, non-corrosive, boxer-primed brass. HSM manufactures this ammunition in their Montana facility, maintaining quality control that competes with custom handloads. With a muzzle velocity of 2508 fps and 2934 ft-lbs of muzzle energy, you get the ballistic foundation needed for extended-range hunting.
These bullets are engineered for shooting distances of 300 yards and beyond, where their high ballistic coefficient and aerodynamic design shine. That said, they maintain excellent close-range performance and expand reliably at hunting velocities across a wide velocity range, making them versatile for various hunting scenarios.
The VLD's thinner J4 Precision jacket is specifically designed for rapid expansion at typical hunting velocities. The bullet penetrates 2-3 inches before expanding, which is intentional for consistent performance. This design works well from close range through extended distances as long as impact velocity stays above 1800 fps.
Yes. The ammunition comes with non-corrosive, boxer-primed brass cases suitable for reloading. This allows you to salvage the cases for future handloads, which many long-range hunters appreciate for maintaining consistency with their preferred loads.
HSM partners with Berger to load these rounds with match-grade Berger VLD bullets that were previously only available to handloaders. The precision components, careful loading, and Montana-based manufacturing result in consistency and accuracy that rivals quality custom handloads at factory ammunition prices.
| Caliber/Gauge | .308 / 7.62 NATO |
|---|---|
| Case Material | Brass |
| Cost per Round | 2.75 |
| Grains | 210 gr |
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 308210VLD |
| Units per Box | 20 |
| UPC | 837306006548 |
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