Description
Norma Golden Target .308 Winchester 168gr BTHP Ammo – 20 Round Box
Elite match-grade sports shooting and competition ammunition engineered for exceptional long-range consistency, tight groupings, and superior ballistic efficiency.
Product Overview
Norma Golden Target .308 Winchester 168-grain Hollow Point Boat Tail (BTHP) ammunition is purpose-built for competitive marksmen, benchrest enthusiasts, and long-range precision shooters. Backed by decades of manufacturing expertise, Golden Target rounds are meticulously inspected to ensure minimal shot-to-shot velocity variations and world-class accuracy.
Leaving the muzzle at 2,625 fps and delivering roughly 2,570 ft-lbs of energy, this load features an optimized 0.424 G1 ballistic coefficient to slice cleanly through crosswinds. Each box contains 20 rounds of premium, reloadable brass cases featuring non-corrosive Boxer primers.
Technical Specifications
| Brand / Manufacturer | Norma |
| Manufacturer SKU / Model # | 10177432 |
| Caliber | .308 Winchester |
| Bullet Weight | 168 Grain (10.9 Grams) |
| Bullet Type | Hollow Point Boat Tail (HPBT / BTHP Match) |
| Ballistic Coefficient | 0.424 (G1) |
| Muzzle Velocity | 2,625 fps (800 m/s) |
| Muzzle Energy | 2,570 ft-lbs (3,486 J) |
| Casing Material | Reloadable Brass |
| Primer Type | Boxer, Non-Corrosive |
| Primary Use | Match Competition, Long-Range Target Shooting, and Benchrest |
| Rounds per Box | 20 Rounds |
Key Benefits
- Match-Grade BTHP Design: Features an aerodynamic boat-tail profile and hollow point nose engineered to minimize drag and maximize stability.
- Uncompromising Consistency: Manufactured under strict tolerances for powder loads, weight distribution, and concentricity to ensure repeatable accuracy.
- Reloadable Brass Casings: Built using high-quality Norma virgin brass with Boxer primers for handloaders.
- Optimized Twist Rates: Stabilizes cleanly out of standard .308 rifle twist profiles including 1:10″, 1:11″, and 1:12″ configurations.
Compatibility & Usage Notes
Designed for bolt-action and precision semi-automatic rifles chambered in .308 Winchester. Ideal for zeroing and mid-range competition shooting out to 600+ meters.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are the brass cases reloadable?
Yes, Norma Golden Target ammunition uses Boxer-primed, reloadable brass casings.
Is this ammunition suitable for hunting?
Golden Target is primarily designed as a sports and match shooting cartridge. Dedicated expanding soft-point or polymer-tipped bullets are generally recommended for game hunting applications.
