Shooters who demand precision and performance at extreme distances will find the 30 Caliber 230 Grain HPBT (#2251) from Sierra a formidable ally. This bullet is engineered with a streamlined, sleek design featuring a 27-caliber elongated ogive and an advanced meplat reducing operation known as "pointing." These enhancements serve to elevate its ballistic coefficient, ensuring superior wind resistance and retaining velocity over long distances.
For those in pursuit of pinpoint accuracy, this projectile offers a unique bearing surface to ogive junction crafted with the same 1.5-degree angle prevalent in many match rifle chamber throats. This meticulous design ensures precise alignment between bullet and bore, contributing significantly to its record-setting accuracy—an attribute for which MatchKing® bullets are globally renowned.
However, it’s crucial to note that while these bullets excel in competitive shooting environments, they are not recommended for most hunting scenarios. While some shooters may opt for them in varmint hunting due to their reputation for precision, they do not offer the explosive expansion seen with lighter jacketed options like Hornet Blitz or Varminter counterparts when impacting varmints at similar velocities.
The optimal barrel twist rate required by this bullet is 1x8” or faster—a specification critical for maximizing stability and performance across varying ranges. Its ballistic coefficients are impressive: .800 at speeds above 1880 fps; .780 between speeds of 1600-1880 fps; and .740 below 1600 fps.
In sum, the Sierra MatchKing® series remains unparalleled among those seeking excellence on the range where distance demands both skillful marksmanship and technologically advanced ammunition.