Remington .308 Win Premier 165gr Swift Scirocco Bonded Ammo
Remington Ammo
- UPC:
- 047700350608
The Remington .308 Win Premier 165gr Swift Scirocco Bonded Ammo is a high-performance hunting cartridge designed for big game. It features a polymer-tipped bullet with a boat tail base, combining superior aerodynamics with devastating terminal performance. The bullet's pure copper jacket is bonded to the lead core, ensuring over 75% weight retention at all velocities. This ammunition offers match-grade accuracy with the stopping power needed for large game animals.
Product Highlights:
Specifications | |
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Manufacturer | Remington |
Caliber | .308 Winchester |
Bullet Weight | 165 grains |
Bullet Type | Swift Scirocco Bonded |
Muzzle Velocity | 2680 fps |
Muzzle Energy | 2631 ft-lbs |
Ballistic Coefficient | .475 |
Rounds Per Box | 20 |
Casing Material | Brass |
Application | Hunting/Big Game |
Bullet Features | Polymer tip, Boat tail base, Bonded jacket and core |
Weight Retention | Over 75% at all velocities |
Country of Origin | United States |
Key Features:
The Remington .308 Win Premier 165gr Swift Scirocco Bonded Ammo offers impressive performance characteristics that make it an excellent choice for big game hunting. Here's a breakdown of its key features:
Bullet Design | Swift Scirocco Bonded Polymer tip and boat tail base for improved aerodynamics and reduced drag |
Bullet Weight | 165 grain Optimal weight for .308 Winchester, balancing velocity and energy |
Muzzle Velocity | 2680 fps High velocity for flat trajectory and increased energy transfer |
Bonded Construction | Jacket bonded to lead core Preserves bullet integrity and retains over 75% of weight at all velocities |
Accuracy | Match-grade Precise concentricity and secant ogive nose profile for exceptional accuracy |
Applications & Use Cases:
- Big Game Hunting: Ideal for hunting large game animals due to its excellent terminal performance and deep penetration.
- Long-Range Shooting: Suitable for long-range shooting applications thanks to its high ballistic coefficient and accuracy.
- Versatile Performance: Designed to perform well across a wide range of velocities and distances.
- Ethical Harvesting: High weight retention and controlled expansion promote quick, ethical harvests.
- Target Practice: Can be used for precision target practice to familiarize with the ammunition's performance.
Pros and Cons:
Pros
- ✔ High Ballistic Coefficient: Secant ogive and boat tail reduce air drag for improved long-range performance.
- ✔ Excellent Accuracy: Precise design and polymer tip ensure match-grade accuracy.
- ✔ Superior Terminal Performance: Bonded core retains 75% weight for deep penetration and expansion.
- ✔ Versatile for Big Game: 165gr bullet weight is suitable for a wide range of big game animals.
- ✔ High Velocity: 2680 fps muzzle velocity provides flat trajectory and high energy transfer.
Cons
- ✘ Premium Price: Higher cost compared to standard hunting ammunition due to advanced features.
- ✘ Overkill for Smaller Game: May be excessive for smaller deer species or varmints.
- ✘ Recoil: High velocity and bullet weight can produce significant felt recoil in lighter rifles.
- ✘ Limited Availability: Premium ammunition may not be as readily available as standard hunting loads.
About Remington:
Remington Arms Company, founded in 1816 by Eliphalet Remington in Ilion, New York, is one of America's oldest and largest firearms and ammunition manufacturers. With over 200 years of history, Remington has been a pioneer in firearm and ammunition technology. The company is headquartered in Madison, North Carolina, and has manufacturing facilities in Lonoke, Arkansas for ammunition production. Remington is renowned for its high-quality sporting rifles, shotguns, and a wide range of ammunition for hunting, sport shooting, and law enforcement applications. Remington's longevity and reputation in the industry are testaments to its dedication to quality, performance, and meeting the needs of shooters and hunters across the United States.
Frequently Asked Questions:
- PRODUCT TYPE:
- Ammunition
- CONDITION:
- New
- CASING:
- Brass
- UPC:
- 047700350608
- grains:
- 165
- caliber:
- .308/7.62x51mm (.308 Winchester)