Description
The Berger 300 Norma Mag 245gr LRHT is factory ammunition built for extreme long range target shooting. Berger pairs its 245 grain Long Range Hybrid Target bullet, which has a G7 ballistic coefficient of 0.433 and a BC standard deviation under 1 percent, with Lapua brass and Vihtavuori powder. Each box holds 20 rounds.
What Goes Into the Berger 300 Norma Mag 245gr LRHT
Berger designed this load for shooters engaging targets beyond 1,500 meters. The bullet uses a hybrid ogive that starts as a tangent shape near the bearing surface for easy tuning, then transitions to a secant shape for a flatter trajectory and less wind drift.
Berger patented Meplat Reduction Technology trims the bullet tip to raise and stabilize the ballistic coefficient, while J4 precision jackets and a consistent core process keep weight and concentricity tightly controlled. The result is predictable drops and less vertical dispersion at distance.
Every round is loaded with Vihtavuori propellant in Lapua brass, two components long respected by precision shooters and handloaders alike.
Ballistics and Practical Notes
Berger published data lists a muzzle velocity of about 2,770 fps and 4,175 ft-lbs, with the bullet still carrying roughly 1,804 fps and 1,772 ft-lbs at 1,000 yards. Chattanooga distributor data lists a rated 2,803 fps; actual velocity will vary with barrel length and conditions, so chronograph your rifle.
300 Norma Magnum ammo generates heavy recoil and blast, and long 245 grain bullets need a fast twist rate. Use Berger twist rate calculator or your rifle maker guidance to confirm stability before buying in quantity.
This is a target bullet, not a hunting bullet. It is designed for precision at distance rather than controlled expansion on game.
Wind is the biggest challenge beyond 1,000 yards. A high, consistent ballistic coefficient reduces the size of wind corrections, but reading mirage, flags and terrain still decides most hits. Log your corrections in a data book, compare them with your ballistic solver, and true the solver to your observed drops rather than relying only on published numbers.
Berger 300 Norma Mag 245gr LRHT Specifications
- Brand: Berger
- Line: Long Range Hybrid Target (LRHT)
- Part Number: 62030
- Caliber: 300 Norma Magnum
- Bullet: 245 grain LRHT, G7 BC 0.433
- Muzzle Velocity: approx. 2,770 fps (Berger data)
- Muzzle Energy: approx. 4,175 ft-lbs
- Components: Lapua brass, Vihtavuori powder
- Rounds per Box: 20
- UPC: 679459620307
Who Should Buy This Load
ELR match ammunition like this is aimed at competitors and long range enthusiasts running dedicated 300 Norma Magnum rifles. It offers match-grade components without the time investment of handloading.
The trade-offs are cost per round, barrel life and recoil. Magnum long range cartridges wear barrels faster than standard calibers, and factory ammunition at this level is expensive. Many shooters use it for competitions and as a benchmark for load development.
Browse the MAG5 Firearms ammunition selection for more long range loads, and see Berger Bullets for ballistic and twist rate calculators.
Store ammunition in a cool, dry place and keep boxes shaded on the firing line. Temperature changes affect velocity and can shift impacts at extreme distance.
Record lot numbers and velocities for each box, since consistent data is the backbone of hitting targets at a mile and beyond.
Who it is for: 300 Norma Magnum rifle owners shooting extreme long range targets. Follow all federal, state and local laws when purchasing and transporting this ammunition.
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