Hornady 338 225gr SST Bullets

Hornady 338 225gr SST Bullets combine a secant ogive with a polymer tip and InterLock construction for hunting. The 225 grain bullet has a .515 G1 ballistic coefficient and .281 sectional density. As a result, it offers a strong balance of aerodynamic performance, bullet weight and controlled expansion.

Why Choose Hornady 338 225gr SST?

The Hornady 338 225gr SST uses Hornady’s secant-ogive profile to reduce drag and support a flatter trajectory. In addition, the streamlined shape helps retain velocity as range increases. Therefore, it can provide useful downrange performance and reduced wind drift compared with a less aerodynamic profile.

For reloaders, the secant-ogive design can also provide useful flexibility when tuning seating depth. In some rifle and load combinations, this profile can be less sensitive to changes in bullet jump. As a result, seating-depth tuning may be less critical during load development. Individual rifles can still respond differently, so testing remains important.

225gr SST Key Features

• 225 grain bullet weight
• .338″ / 338 Calibre diameter
• SST polymer tip
• Secant ogive profile
• Streamlined hunting design
• InterLock ring
• Lead core
• .515 G1 ballistic coefficient
• .281 sectional density
• Low-drag profile
• Useful velocity retention
• Flatter trajectory potential
• Controlled expansion
• Hornady item #33202
• 100 bullets per box

Hornady 338 225gr SST Hunting Performance

The 225gr SST suits hunters who want a balance of ballistic performance and terminal action from a .338″ hunting bullet. Furthermore, its .515 G1 BC helps the projectile retain useful velocity as distance increases.

At the same time, the polymer tip initiates expansion on impact. The InterLock ring helps keep the core and jacket together during expansion. As a result, the design combines efficient flight with controlled terminal performance.

The 225 grain weight gives this bullet a .281 sectional density. For this reason, it offers a useful combination of bullet weight and sectional density for suitable larger-game hunting applications.

Hornady’s published catalogue identifies the 225gr SST as item #33202 and lists a .515 G1 BC, .281 sectional density and 100-bullet box.

However, actual terminal performance depends on impact velocity, range, shot placement, game and the individual rifle and load. Therefore, reloaders should use current published load data and confirm accuracy in their own rifle.

225gr SST Specifications

Product: Hornady 338 225gr SST Bullets
Manufacturer Item Number: 33202
Calibre: 338 Calibre / .338″
Bullet Diameter: .338″
Bullet Weight: 225gr / 14.6g
Bullet Type: SST
Tip: Polymer
Ogive: Secant
Construction: Lead core with InterLock ring
G1 Ballistic Coefficient: .515
Sectional Density: .281
Primary Application: Hunting
Pack Quantity: 100 bullets

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