The .308 Hornady Superformance, 150 grain CX is a highly effective hunting round that delivers excellent velocity, accuracy, and terminal performance. As part of Hornady’s Superformance line, this cartridge benefits from the company's proprietary propellant technology, which boosts velocities without increasing pressure, recoil, or muzzle blast. The 150 grain CX (Copper alloy eXpanding) bullet is an ideal choice for hunters seeking deep penetration and controlled expansion, especially in areas where lead-free bullets are required.
Key Features:
CX (Copper alloy eXpanding) Bullet: The CX bullet is Hornady’s premier lead-free bullet, designed to maximize weight retention and provide controlled, reliable expansion upon impact. It maintains over 95% weight retention, which ensures deep penetration on larger game. The polymer tip enhances the ballistic coefficient, creating a flatter trajectory and ensuring excellent long-range accuracy.
Superformance Technology: Hornady’s Superformance propellant increases the velocity of the round by up to 200 fps without adding extra recoil or chamber pressure. This boost in speed leads to a flatter trajectory, making it easier to hit targets at longer distances. The technology also ensures consistent performance in a wide range of temperatures and environments.
Versatile Hunting Round: The 150 grain CX bullet is designed for medium to large game hunting, making it ideal for animals such as deer, elk, and even some larger game. Its deep penetration and consistent expansion make it effective for ethical, clean kills.
Why It’s Special:
Lead-Free: The CX bullet is a lead-free alternative, making it an excellent choice for hunters who are required to use non-lead ammunition or those who prefer environmentally friendly options. Despite being lead-free, the CX still delivers impressive terminal performance.
Extended Range: Thanks to its high velocity and superior ballistic coefficient, the .308 Superformance round is capable of maintaining accuracy and energy at longer ranges. This makes it a versatile choice for hunters who may need to take shots at varying distances.
Proven Superformance Line: The Superformance series is trusted by hunters worldwide for its consistent performance and higher velocities, allowing for a flatter trajectory and reduced wind drift, which are critical for long-range accuracy.
Performance:
- Muzzle Velocity: ~3000 fps
- Bullet Weight: 150 grains
- Bullet Type: CX (Copper alloy eXpanding)
- Ballistic Coefficient: 0.392 (G1)
Applications:
Big Game Hunting: This round is ideal for hunting medium to large game, such as whitetail deer, elk, moose, and bear. The deep penetration and high weight retention ensure effective, humane kills, even at longer ranges.
Lead-Free Zones: For hunters in regions where lead ammunition is prohibited, the CX bullet provides an excellent alternative without sacrificing performance.
The .308 Hornady Superformance, 150 grain CX offers hunters an excellent blend of speed, accuracy, and terminal performance. With its non-lead construction and enhanced velocity, this round is perfect for those who demand reliable expansion and deep penetration in a wide range of hunting environments. Whether you're hunting in lead-free zones or simply looking for high-quality hunting ammunition, this round is a top choice for ethical and effective big-game hunting.