Sierra Pro-Hunter .303 150gr Spitzer Bullets

Sierra Pro-Hunter .303 Caliber Bullets

These .311-diameter, 150-grain spitzer bullets are purpose-built for hunters working with classic military rifles and their modern variants. Sierra's Pro-Hunter line combines proven performance with the practical reality of shooting surplus and imported firearms.

Design and Construction

Bullet Profile: The spitzer point shape delivers a flat trajectory and superior downrange energy retention compared to round-nose designs. The traditional flat base provides reliable feeding in both bolt-action and semi-automatic platforms.

Jacket Technology: Sierra's unique double taper heavy jacket balances two critical requirements—deep penetration through heavy bone and muscle, coupled with controlled expansion on impact. This combination makes these bullets effective on medium to large game animals.

Versatility Across Calibers

These .311-inch diameter bullets are suitable for a wide range of classic military cartridges:

• .303 British (Lee-Enfield rifles)
• 7.7mm Arisaka (Japanese service rifles)
• 7.65mm Mauser (various Mauser platforms)
• 7.62x54R (Mosin-Nagant rifles)
• 7.62x39mm (SKS and AK-pattern rifles)

Performance Characteristics

• Sectional Density: .222 (excellent for penetration)
• Ballistic Coefficient: .344 at 2350 fps and above; .341 between 2350-1800 fps; .334 at 1800 fps and below
• Accuracy: Excellent across a variety of rifle platforms
• Feed Reliability: The profiled ogive point shape ensures flawless functioning in semi-automatic rifles

Practical Considerations

Many of these classic rifles, while capable of delivering solid accuracy and sufficient power for hunting, benefit from modern bullet technology. Before loading, it's prudent to slug your rifle's bore to confirm actual bullet diameter—wartime production variations can occur. Once confirmed, these bullets unlock the hunting potential of rifles often overlooked by modern shooters.

Box Contents: 100 bullets per box