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DoubleTap Ammunition Long Range, 308 Winchester, 175Gr, Boat Tail Hollow Point, 20 Round Box 308W175HP Model: Long Range Caliber: 308 Winchester Grains: 175Gr Type: Boat Tail Hollow Point Units Per Box: 20 Manufacturer: DoubleTap Ammunition Model: Long Range Mfg Number: 308W175HP
Caliber: .308 Winchester
Bullet Weight: 175 grains
Bullet Type: Boat Tail Hollow Point (BTHP)
Quantity: 20 rounds per box
Let's break down these specifications :
Caliber: This ammunition is designed for firearms chambered in .308 Winchester. The .308 Winchester, often referred to simply as .308, is a popular and versatile rifle cartridge used for various purposes, including hunting, target shooting, and law enforcement/military applications.
Bullet Weight: Each bullet in this ammunition weighs 175 grains. Bullet weight is an essential factor in determining the ballistic characteristics of the cartridge. Heavier bullets tend to offer better long-range performance and penetration.
Bullet Type: The bullets in this ammunition are Boat Tail Hollow Points (BTHP). Boat tail bullets have a tapered base that can improve aerodynamics and long-range accuracy. Hollow point bullets have a hollowed-out tip, which is intended to expand upon impact, making them suitable for hunting and precision shooting.
Quantity: Each box contains 20 rounds of ammunition. This is a standard quantity for many rifle ammunition products and is convenient for shooters who want a specific number of rounds for practice or specific shooting activities.
Doubletap Ammunition is known for producing high-quality ammunition, and their "Long Range" .308 Winchester ammunition with 175grain BTHP bullets is designed for precision shooting at extended distances. This type of ammunition is often favored by long-range competitive shooters and hunters who require accuracy at extended ranges.
The information below comes from our Gun Caliber Dictionary and is for
general reference only. It does not describe the specifications of this
particular item.
The 308 Winchester (7.62x51 NATO) was introduced by in 1952. Based on the T65 experimental military cartridge, Winchester essentially jumped the gun with the civilian introduction; the 7.62x51 wasn't officially adopted (or named) until 1954. The military's intent was to create a shorter cartridge that would fit into a lighter version of the M1 Garand. This was successful beyond their wildest dreams: The 308 Winchester is essentially a 30-06 case greatly shortened to 2.015-inch, but it lags only about 100 feet per second behind the 30-06 in velocity, and with it shorter, more efficient case it tends to be more accurate. The 308 is suitable for any hunting for which the 30-06 is suitable--which means almost anything in the world short of large, dangerous game. The 308 is a standard chambering among most manufacturers and is found in all action types. Factory loads are legion, including a wide selection of very accurate match loads.
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Craig Boddington
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