Sierra Rifle Projectiles 2140 .30 Cal 165gr Hollow Point Boat Tail

The Sierra Rifle Projectiles 2140 .30 Cal 165gr Hollow Point Boat Tail are quality hunting projectiles designed for handloaders wanting a .308 diameter boat tail bullet with practical downrange performance.

Sierra lists projectile number 2140 as a .308 diameter, 165 grain, Hollow Point Boat Tail bullet with a listed sectional density of .248. The boat tail design helps improve ballistic efficiency, retain velocity and reduce wind drift compared with similar flat-base projectile designs.

The 165 grain weight is a popular all-round .30 calibre choice for cartridges such as 308 Winchester, 30-06 Springfield, 300 Savage and other compatible .30 calibre rifles when matched with suitable published load data.

Sierra lists the projectile with G1 ballistic coefficients of .363 at 2600 fps and above, .355 between 1800 and 2600 fps, and .363 at 1800 fps and below. Sierra’s .30-06 Springfield load data lists the 165gr HPBT with a 3.220" COAL.

Please note: These are projectiles only. They are not loaded ammunition. Cases, primers and powder are not included. Always follow trusted published load data and safe handloading practices.

Features

• Genuine Sierra rifle projectiles
• Sierra projectile number: 2140
• Calibre: .30 cal / .308 diameter
• Projectile weight: 165 grains
• Bullet type: Hollow Point Boat Tail / HPBT
• Commonly listed as a Sierra GameKing projectile
• Sectional density: .248
• G1 BC: .363 at 2600 fps and above
• G1 BC: .355 between 1800 and 2600 fps
• G1 BC: .363 at 1800 fps and below
• Sierra .30-06 Springfield listed COAL: 3.220"
• Boat tail design helps retain velocity and reduce wind drift
• Suitable for experienced handloaders using published load data
• Useful for 308 Win, 30-06 Springfield, 300 Savage and compatible .30 calibre cartridges
• Ideal for deer, pigs, goats, medium game and general hunting loads where suitable

Common Questions

Is this loaded ammunition?
No. This product is projectiles only. Cases, primers and powder are not included.

What diameter are Sierra 2140 projectiles?
Sierra lists projectile 2140 as .308 diameter / .30 calibre.

What is the ballistic coefficient of Sierra 2140 165gr HPBT?
Sierra lists G1 BC values of .363 at 2600 fps and above, .355 between 1800 and 2600 fps, and .363 at 1800 fps and below.