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HSM paired with Berger to create a trophy-class factory load that performs like quality handloads right out of the box. The Trophy Gold line uses Berger's match-grade Very Low Drag bullets, previously available only to those who loaded their own ammunition. This 7mm Rem Mag load features a 180-grain Berger Hunting VLD bullet seated in quality brass cases with premium components throughout.
The secant ogive profile of the VLD shape cuts wind deflection and maintains velocity downrange, which is the whole point of match-grade ballistics. The bullet's boat tail design enhances aerodynamic efficiency, keeping energy and trajectory flat at extended ranges. That high ballistic coefficient is what separates this round from standard hunting loads, especially when your shot might stretch past 300 yards.
The 180-grain Berger penetrates 2 to 3 inches before rapid expansion begins, then sheds 40 to 85 percent of its weight as fragments into vital areas. This creates a large wound cavity measuring 13 to 15 inches long within the target's body. The combination of deep initial penetration and massive internal damage produces quick kills because the animal goes into shock from the extreme hydrostatic shock and tissue damage. Shot placement matters, as with any premium load, but this design rewards precision with consistent, devastating results.
HSM loads Trophy Gold with premium powders that perform consistently regardless of altitude or temperature swings. Every round in the box matches its neighbors in velocity and pressure. That consistency translates directly to accuracy you can count on at distance. The 2845 fps muzzle velocity and 3236 ft-lbs of muzzle energy deliver the power needed for elk-sized game and larger deer at ranges where wind matters. Twenty quality rounds per box means you get the performance-per-round that hunters and long-range competitors expect from factory ammunition.
The Berger VLD (Very Low Drag) uses a secant ogive nose shape that reduces wind drift and maintains velocity at distance. The match-grade design penetrates 2 to 3 inches before fragmenting, creating a large wound cavity through hydrostatic shock rather than relying on weight retention like traditional bullets. This approach excels at extended ranges where ballistic efficiency matters most.
Trophy Gold 180-grain ammunition performs effectively from 300 yards and beyond, where the VLD bullet's superior ballistics and high BC truly shine. The round maintains energy and trajectory well at longer distances, but it's also plenty effective at closer ranges if your shot placement is solid.
Yes. The rounds use Boxer-primed brass cases that are suitable for reloading. The quality brass and consistent loading make Trophy Gold brass attractive for those who hand-load, allowing you to extend the value of each box.
Yes. The 180-grain Berger VLD is appropriate for elk and other large game when shot placement is good. The combination of penetration, expansion, and resulting wound cavity makes it effective on game in that weight class, particularly at distance where the VLD's ballistic advantages pay off.
| Caliber/Gauge | 7 mm Remington Magnum |
|---|---|
| Case Material | Brass |
| Cost per Round | 3.55 |
| Grains | 180 gr |
| Length | 6.1500 |
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 7MAG180VLD |
| Units per Box | 20 |
| UPC | 837306006302 |
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