The Norma Bondstrike .308 Winchester 180-grain Bonded Polymer Tip (BPT) Brass 20-round box is an advanced centerfire rifle cartridge engineered specifically for long-range big game hunting where aerodynamic efficiency and reliable terminal upset are required. A common friction point at extended downrange distances is velocity loss leading to erratic expansion or complete failures to open, alongside jacket-core separation upon target impact. Norma resolves these long-range hunting constraints by constructing a high-BC bonded projectile featuring a streamlined polymer tip that enables immediate expansion across both near and extended distances.
The primary technical advantage centers on the aerodynamic boat-tail geometry and molecular bonding process. Boasting an exceptionally high 0.615 G1 ballistic coefficient, the 180-grain BPT bullet drastically minimizes air drag and wind drift, retaining downrange kinetic energy and flat flight paths. The advanced bonding technology molecularly fuses the copper jacket to the lead core, eliminating jacket-core separation upon striking heavy hide or dense bone structure to ensure near-100% mass retention for deep, straight-line penetration into vital organ zones.
Launching its 180-grain bonded projectile at 2,625 FPS, this .308 Win load provides a devastating combination of terminal energy transfer and flat long-range accuracy. Assembled in Norma's precision-drawn, reloadable virgin brass cases fitted with non-corrosive Boxer primers and clean-burning propellants, it delivers exceptional shot-to-shot consistency, uniform chamber sealing, and smooth extraction in bolt-action and semi-automatic hunting rifles. It is a top-tier choice for harvesting elk, moose, whitetail, and mule deer at extended ranges.
Key Benefits
- High 0.615 G1 Ballistic Coefficient: Streamlined boat-tail profile minimizes air drag and wind drift for flat long-range trajectories.
- Molecularly Bonded Core Construction: Eliminates jacket-core separation, preserving mass for deep penetration through hide and bone.
- Bonded Polymer Tip: Mechanically initiates rapid, wide-diameter expansion across both close and extended impact velocities.
- Precision Virgin Reloadable Brass: Premium Norma brass casing ensures smooth chambering, uniform neck tension, and extended reloadability.
Technical Specification
- Ballistics: .308 Winchester | 2,625 FPS Muzzle Velocity | 0.615 G1 Ballistic Coefficient | Ultra-High BC Flight Profile
- Projectile: 180 Grain | Bonded Polymer Tip (BPT) | Boat-Tail Geometry | Molecularly Bonded Lead Core
- Case/Primer: Precision-Drawn Virgin Reloadable Brass Case | Non-Corrosive Boxer Primed
- Logistics: 20 Rounds Per Box | Norma Bondstrike Long Range Series
- Dimensions: Standard .308 Win Geometry | Short-Action Bolt & Semi-Auto Rifle Configuration | SKU: 20176962
- Application: Long-Range Big Game Hunting, Elk, Moose, Whitetail Deer, Mule Deer, and Open-Country Game
- Standards: SAAMI/CIP Compliant | Norma Factory Quality Control Benchmarks
Secure consistent long-range performance and controlled terminal behavior with Norma Bondstrike .308 Win ammunition, available through SMKW as a reliable source for precision rifle cartridges.
