The Hornady Subsonic .338 ARC 307 Grain Sub-X Ammo 82272 is engineered for shooters who demand precision and performance below the speed of sound. Featuring the Sub-X® bullet, this round ensures reliable expansion at subsonic velocities, making it an excellent choice for suppressed firearms and hunting scenarios where noise reduction is crucial.
With a muzzle velocity of 1,050 fps, this ammunition provides consistent performance and deep penetration, ensuring effective terminal ballistics. The Sub-X® bullet incorporates a lead core, long grooves in its gilding metal jacket, a flat profile, and a patented Flex Tip® insert within its hollow-point cavity, all contributing to reliable expansion at low velocities.
Hornady’s selection of optimal powders ensures consistent performance and accuracy, while high-quality cartridge cases and primers provide reliable ignition and cycling in firearms chambered for .338 ARC. Packaged in a 20-round box, with bulk cases of 200 rounds (10 boxes) available, this ammunition is proudly made in the USA, trusted by shooters who require subsonic performance without compromising terminal effectiveness.
Manufacturer Specs
- Manufacturer: Hornady
- Part Number: 82272
- Caliber: .338 ARC
- Bullet Weight: 307 Grain
- Bullet Type: Sub-X® (Subsonic eXpanding, Polymer Tip Expanding)
- Rounds Per Box: 20
- Rounds Per Case: 200 (10 boxes)
- Muzzle Velocity: 1,050 fps (16″ test barrel)
- Muzzle Energy: 752 ft-lbs
- Purpose: Subsonic shooting applications, suppressed firearms, and hunting
- Reliable Expansion at Subsonic Velocities: Yes
- Made in the USA: Yes
Key Features
- Sub-X® Bullet with Flex Tip® Technology: Ensures reliable expansion and deep penetration at subsonic velocities, making it ideal for suppressed shooting and hunting.
- Optimized for Subsonic Performance: Delivers consistent accuracy and terminal effectiveness below the speed of sound.
- Reduced Sound Signature: Paired with a suppressor, this ammunition offers a quieter shooting experience, essential for stealthy operations.
- High-Quality Components: Utilizes premium brass casings, clean-burning powder, and non-corrosive primers for dependable ignition and smooth operation.
- Ideal for Suppressed Firearms: Designed to function flawlessly in firearms equipped with suppressors, providing optimal performance in subsonic applications.
FAQs
Q: What applications is this ammunition best suited for? A: The Hornady Subsonic .338 ARC is ideal for suppressed shooting applications and hunting scenarios where noise reduction is essential.
Q: How does the Sub-X® bullet improve performance? A: The Sub-X® bullet features a lead core, long grooves in its gilding metal jacket, a flat profile, and a patented Flex Tip® insert, all contributing to reliable expansion and deep penetration at subsonic velocities.
Q: Is this ammunition effective for hunting? A: Yes, with its reliable expansion, deep penetration, and subsonic performance, this ammo is effective for hunting applications where a reduced sound signature is desired.
Q: Can this ammunition be used in all .338 ARC firearms? A: Yes, it functions reliably in all firearms chambered for .338 ARC, especially those equipped with suppressors.
Q: Why shop at Black Bayou Armory? A: At Black Bayou Armory, we provide top-tier subsonic ammunition like Hornady Subsonic, ensuring accuracy, performance, and reliability for shooters who demand the best.
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