What does SST mean in ammo?
Super Shock Tip
Hornady® SST® Bullets (Super Shock Tip) are premium hunting bullets designed to shoot flat and hit hard. The bullet’s polymer tip increases the ballistic coefficient for flatter trajectory, and the tip pushes back into the lead core upon impact to initiate rapid expansion, even at long rage.
What are SST Bullets good for?
Flat shooting and deadly accurate, it’s an ideal bullet for whitetails, as well as most North American game animals from antelope to moose and similar-sized African plains game. The SST® creates a devastatingly large wound channel.
Is SST a bonded bullet?
Just to be clear, the SST bullet IS a cup and core bullet. It’s not bonded.
What is a SST slug?
A favorite for years! In both 12 gauge and the 20 gauge cartridges, Hornady® SST® Shotgun Slugs deliver sub-2″ groups at 100 yards and feature the flattest trajectory on the market. SST® Slugs are designed for use in fully rifled barrels only. Find a Retailer.
Is the Hornady SST bullet good for elk?
That being said the 154 gr sst is all I shoot out my tikka for elk. I have no complaints about this round on elk. I’ve shot the sst’s along with my brother and no issues whatsoever. As Ross and Jon said, shoot what shoots best—-both will work.
Is Hornady SST good for elk?
Are Hornady SST slugs good?
Unmatched Long Range Accuracy The SST® Shotgun Slug delivers true 200 yard accuracy and you’ll achieve sub-2″ groups at 100 yards. No other slug gun ammo can come close to the performance of the SST®.
What is the most powerful 12 gauge slug?
Since the slugs are made of hard brass they do not deflect or deform like traditional lead slugs. According to TAOFLEDERMAUS these are the most powerful slugs he has ever tested. The named “BIONIC BRASS” by their creator and they have about as much energy leaving the barrel as a . 308 Winchester round.
Are Hornady SST bullets good for moose?
I LIKE THE SST’S VERY MUCH TOO THEY ARE VERY ACCURATE BUT THERE IS NO BULLET THAT IS GOOD FOR EVERYTHING. The 130 SST in the 270 win is all I use these days. I have shot both elk and moose (and many, many deer) with this combination, and as suggested, shot placement is important.
What is 125 grain bullet?
The 125 grain bullets offer the best balance between speed, expansion, and penetration. The bullet is going fast enough for reliable expansion, and will hold together for deep penetration. 100 rounds per order. Brass is NEW Norma 300 Black Out head stamped brass, primers are CCI #450, which are magnum primers with thick primer cups.
How much does a 125 grain Hornady SST cost?
125 Grain Hornady SST $148.50 Click for more details! Out of stock SKU: 300BLK125HORNADYSSTCategories: 300 Black Out, All Ammo, Rifle Ammo Description Reviews (0) Description Next production run- 11/23/20!! Hornady’s new 125 grain SST hunting bullet specific for the 300 Blackout.
What kind of ammo do you use for a 125 gr?
30-06 Springfield 125 gr SST ® Custom Lite ® Item #81066 | 20/Box Hornady ® Custom Lite ® ammunition provides reduced recoil and muzzle blast from the most popular calibers, and puts the fun back into shooting for kids, women, and every shooter looking to keep recoil to a minimum while still enjoying the use of their favorite rifle.
How does the SST ® work?
The SST ® creates a devastatingly large wound channel. Upon impact, the hard polymer tip drives into the lead core like a wedge, initiating lightning-fast, yet controlled expansion.