- Caliber: .35 (.358)
- Weight: 225 grains
- Bullet Type: Spitzer Boat Tail
- Ammunition per Box: 50 rounds
- Sectional Density: .251
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The Sierra-designed #2850 Spitzer Boat Tail bullet is a testament to precision engineering for the discerning marksman. Initially crafted for rifles chambered in the legendary .35 Whelen, this projectile has become synonymous with unmatched ballistic performance across similar cartridges.
The bullet's construction involves a heavy double-tapered jacket, meticulously drawn to tight tolerances, encasing a special alloy core designed for profound penetration and reliable expansion on hefty game targets. Its signature Sierra SBT shape ensures superior ballistic efficiency among its peers in the .35 caliber category.
This innovation delivers not only impeccable accuracy but also retains velocity and energy remarkably well at extended ranges. Its flat trajectory broadens the effective range of all compatible .35 caliber cartridges, providing formidable stopping power even at considerable distances.
Sierra's creation aligns perfectly with powerful calibers such as the .358 Winchester and the robust .350 Remington Magnum, alongside its original pairing with the .35 Whelen. This makes it an ideal choice for any North American big game expedition where reliability and impact are paramount.
An interesting footnote lies within handgun applications—while not recommended for hunting due to its resilience—the #2850 finds favor among silhouette shooters loyal to their trusted T/C Contender or similar platforms chambered in calibers like the formidable .357 Herrett or classic .35 Remington. When fired from these handguns at velocities around1700fps ,it exhibits half minute-of-angle accuracy up to200meters ,making short work of even stubborn silhouettes that would challenge lesser bullets.< p > In summation,theSierra#28505SpitzerBoatTailisabulletthattranscendsitsoriginstoofferprecision,power,andperformanceinoneexceptionallyengineeredpackage.< / p >