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20rds - .308 Federal Gold Medal Match 175gr. BTHP Ammo

20rds - .308 Federal Gold Medal Match 175gr. BTHP Ammo

Name: 20rds - .308 Federal Gold Medal Match 175gr. BTHP Ammo
Brand: Federal Ammunition
Price: 29.95 USD
Availability: InStock

$29.95

($1.50/ppr)

123 In stock

Manufacturer Federal Ammunition
Condition New
Bullet Weight 175 Grain
Bullet Type Hollow-Point Boat Tail (HP-BT)
Use Type Range Training, Match Shooting
Casing Type Brass
Quantity 20
Ammo Caliber 308 Winchester (7.62X51)
Manufacturer SKU GM308M2
Primer Type Boxer
Muzzle Velocity 2600
Muzzle Energy 2627
UPC Barcode 029465091729
Cost Per Round $1.50/ppr

Federal Ammunition 175 Grain Hollow-Point Boat Tail (HP-BT) Ammo Details

Founded in 1922, Federal Premium has been a trusted name in ammunition for nearly a century. With headquarters located in Anoka, Minnesota, Federal Premium produces some of ammunition with innovative designs and reliable performance to meet all your shooting needs.

These world-class Gold Medal loads merge the legendary Sierra MatchKing Boat-Tail Hollow Point projectile with Federal’s patented premium delivery system. MatchKing is Sierra’s renowned target bullet, delivering pinpoint accuracy acclaimed around the world. Featuring a small meplat hollow point design with a drag-reducing boat tail shape, these projectiles deliver a high ballistic coefficient. The accuracy of the Sierra MatchKing has won more target competitions than all other target bullets combined.

Each 175 grain Sierra MatchKing bullet is loaded into high-quality Federal premium brass. With stringent manufacturing controls, specially formulated propellant, and benchrest-quality Gold Medal primers, this target ammunition delivers high-level consistency and unbelievable long-range accuracy.

Each round produces a consistent muzzle velocity of 2600 feet per second with 2627 foot pounds of muzzle energy. These Federal Gold Medal Match .308 Winchester (7.62x51) rounds are some of the most accurate loads available from a factory. Rivaling the performance of some custom hand loads, this ammunition comes packed in 20-round boxes.

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What is the Difference Between the .308 Winchester and the 7.62x51 NATO?

In short, not much. The .308 is the civilian version of the 7.62x51, so these two cartridges have practically the same specs, with only slight variations in a few areas. They both have bullets measuring .308 inches in diameter and case lengths of 2.015 inches. The differences are minimal: for example, the .308 Winchester has a neck diameter of .3433 inches, while the 7.62x51 NATO has a neck diameter of .345. The overall length of the .308 Winchester is 2.8 inches, while the 7.62x51 NATO measures 2.75 inches. Looking at the two cartridges side-by-side, it takes an experienced, knowledgable eye to tell the two apart.

Can You Interchange the .308 with the 7.62x51?

Yes, although it depends on the firearm. First of all, let’s acknowledge the fact that these two cartridges do indeed have slightly different dimensions. However, these differences are so insignificant that, at least for loading, chambering, and firing, everything fits. The only major problem is shooting .308 Winchester cartridges from a firearm meant for the 7.62x51 NATO. The .308 Winchester has a stronger maximum pressure, so guns made for the 7.62x51 NATO may not tolerate the higher pressure, leading to failure. However, all guns that are made for .308 Winchester will take, and should safely fire, the 7.62x51 NATO. As always, speak with a gunsmith or consult the manufacturer before interchanging rounds.

What Type of .308 Cartridge Should I Choose for Hunting?

Generally the best hunting cartridges will be expanding rounds, which deliver larger wound channels for a fast, humane kill. This means you will want jacketed hollow points or soft nose bullets. Generally, full metal jackets are not recommended for hunting.

What Type of .308 Winchester Cartridge Should I Choose for Target Practice?

If you use the .308 Winchester or 7.62x51 NATO for target practice or competition, you will want jacketed hollow points. These rounds are ideal for high-volume target shooting with a semi-automatic rifle, as they allow for smooth feeding and less fouling in the barrel. To lower costs, you can choose lead round nose, although the feeding will not be as reliable and barrel fouling is more likely.

Is Steel-Cased Ammo a Good Choice?

Because this is a high-volume cartridge meant for semiautomatic weapons (and fully automatic in the case of the military), the cartridge can often be found in steel cases, which can be cheaper than brass cases. However, there is some concern about these products. Modern steel cases generally work well in semiautomatic weapons, and while steel itself tends to jam easier than brass, many steel cartridges have a coating that increases the smoothness of feeding. The steel ammunition that you find today is extremely reliable and will not harm your firearm outside of the typical wear that you’d have from any cartridge- steel, brass, or otherwise.